{"title":"Reserve Wheels","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-header\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReserve Cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e came out of Santa Cruz Bicycles with a specific mandate: apply decades of composites expertise to the wheel category and build something better than what existed. The three wheelsets in this collection reflect that intent — each engineered around a particular riding scenario, from the shallow 34|37 profile built for climbing and mixed-terrain days to the deep Turbulent Aero profiles at 42|49 and 52|63 for riders prioritizing speed on flat and rolling terrain. Reserve's Turbulent Aero technology was developed over two years using real-world US wind data and validated in a wind tunnel — the goal was aerodynamics that perform in actual conditions, not clean-room numbers that disappear when a crosswind arrives. All three wheelsets run DT Swiss hubs: the 34|37 and 52|63 on DT Swiss 180, the 42|49 on DT 240. All are engineered tubeless-ready from the ground up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"reserve-42-49-turbulent-aero-dt-240-disc-brake-wheelset","title":"Reserve 42|49 Turbulent Aero DT 240 Disc Brake Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Reserve 42|49 Turbulent Aero DT 240 Disc Brake Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a clear premise: stop forcing riders to choose between a shallow rim that handles well and a deep rim that goes fast. The asymmetric 42mm front and 49mm rear depth is designed to give you a wheelset that climbs without fighting you, holds a line in crosswinds, and delivers genuine aerodynamic performance on every flat and rolling course you put it on. Reserve makes the case plainly — this is a wheel raced at Paris-Roubaix and the Giro d'Italia, used by professionals including multiple world champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot, and backed by a lifetime warranty so you can ride it without treating it like a race-day trophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eTurbulent Aero is Reserve's proprietary aerodynamic surface treatment and what distinguishes the 42|49 from conventional smooth-rim carbon. The treatment applies a dimpled texture to the rim's exterior surface, a design that works on the same boundary-layer tripping principle as golf ball dimples: rather than allowing airflow to separate abruptly at the rim's leading edge, the surface disruption encourages flow to stay attached across a wider range of yaw angles. Reserve developed the Turbulent surface using real-world wind data alongside CFD modeling and wind tunnel validation — the explicit goal being a wheel that performs in the conditions riders actually encounter on the road rather than the controlled airflow of a lab. The result is a wheelset Reserve positions as both faster and more stable than smooth-rim alternatives of similar depth, particularly in the variable crosswinds and turbulence of real riding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe front-rear depth split is intentional engineering. The front wheel carries the steering consequences of crosswind loading — a deeper rim generates more lateral torque on the bars when a gust hits, and that torque is what makes riders nervous on exposed sections. Running a 42mm front rim keeps that sensitivity manageable while still delivering aerodynamic return at speed. The 49mm rear picks up additional efficiency without the same handling trade-off, since the rear wheel doesn't steer. Front rim weight comes in at 375 grams; the deeper rear rim is 415 grams. With DT Swiss 240 hubs, the wheelset totals 1,390 grams. Rim dimensions are 25.4mm inner \/ 34.4mm outer on the front and 24.8mm inner \/ 32.1mm outer on the rear. Reserve recommends tires from 29mm to 40mm; the wide inner widths pair best with tires in the 30-35mm range where the tire casing shapes correctly over the rim shoulder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe DT Swiss 240 is the mid-tier hub in Reserve's lineup — between the DT 350 and the DT 180 DICUT — and for a wheelset intended for regular use, its durability and serviceability put it in the right place. The DT 240 uses DT Swiss's Ratchet EXP system, a 36-tooth ratchet mechanism that provides 10-degree engagement per click. The Ratchet EXP is user-serviceable and broadly supported through DT Swiss's global service network, which matters for a hub you expect to run through multiple seasons. Spoke count is 24 front and rear, straight-pull, with Center Lock disc brake mounts and 12x100mm front \/ 12x142mm rear thru-axle spacing. Two freehub options are available: HG11 for Shimano and SRAM 11-speed road cassettes, or XDR for SRAM's 12-speed road groupsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe rims use a semi-hooked bead design, which means the 42|49 supports both tubeless and standard clincher setups — you're not locked into tubeless-only tires and can run an inner tube when needed. External nipples keep spoke tension accessible for routine truing with a standard spoke wrench, without requiring the rim to be stripped down. Reserve imposes no rider weight limits and backs the 42|49 with an industry-leading lifetime warranty. The minimum recommended tire is 700x29; the upper end is 40mm. For riders who want a single wheelset that handles race day and everything leading up to it without compromise, the 42|49 with DT 240 hubs makes a direct argument at $2,199.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":44655720628268,"sku":"89-25204","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XDR Driver","offer_id":44655720661036,"sku":"89-25203","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/reserve-42-49-turbulent-aero-dt-240-disc-brake-wheelset-1035161.jpg?v=1771292952"},{"product_id":"reserve-5764-turbulent-aero-dt-350-disc-brake-wheelset","title":"Reserve 57|64 Turbulent Aero DT 350 Disc Brake Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eReserve 57|64 Turbulent Aero DT 350 Disc Brake Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is built around a specific insight: matching front and rear rim depth is not always the right call. Deep front wheels capture aerodynamic efficiency in straight-line conditions but can become difficult to manage in the kind of variable wind that shows up on a fast group ride or criterium. Reserve's answer is the 57|64 pairing — a 64mm rear rim for maximum aerodynamic output where crosswind sensitivity matters least, and a 57mm front that stays composed when the wind swings. Neither number is arbitrary. The combination reflects how fast road riding actually works, not how it behaves in a controlled test environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth rims are built on Reserve's Turbulent Aero platform, developed using real-world yaw angle data rather than optimizing purely for wind tunnel conditions. The result is a rim profile over 8% faster aerodynamically than Reserve's previous 52|63 wheelset without adding a single gram of rim weight — a meaningful gain that shows up on the open road, not just in a laboratory straight line. The rim geometry is wider than most wheels in this depth range. The front runs 25.4mm internally (34.3mm external); the rear runs 24.4mm internally (32.5mm external). Both are designed to pair with modern road tires in the 29–40mm range, creating a clean aerodynamic transition between tire and rim rather than the bulging profile that narrower rims produce with contemporary rubber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the hub, Reserve specced the DT Swiss 350 — a proven platform with reliable engagement, serviceable internals, and Centerlock disc mounting on a 12mm thru-axle front and rear. The 350 is the entry point in the 57|64 TA lineup, sitting below the 240 and 180 Dicut options, but the weight difference is modest: approximately 60–80g at the wheelset level compared to the 240 build. The complete set weighs 1,634g. Both rims use a 24-spoke lacing pattern; the rear features a 1.3mm offset to balance spoke tension on a disc-specific build. The wheelset ships tubeless-ready with Reserve's Fillmore valves and pre-installed rim tape — no extra hardware required before the first ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col class=\"design_benefits\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsymmetric depth pairing.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 57mm front keeps handling predictable in variable conditions while the 64mm rear captures the aero advantage where crosswind sensitivity is lowest. This is a deliberate engineering choice, not a compromise — it reflects the reality of how road races and fast group rides unfold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurbulent Aero platform.\u003c\/strong\u003e Reserve developed the rim profile using real-world yaw angle data rather than tunnel-only optimization. The 57|64 TA is over 8% faster aerodynamically than its predecessor while holding the same rim weight — gains that translate to actual road conditions, not just controlled testing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide rim geometry for modern tires.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 25.4mm internal width, the front rim allows 29–40mm road tires to sit correctly and form a smooth, aerodynamically efficient shape at the tire-to-rim junction. It also contributes to a more supple ride on rougher pavement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOffset rear rim.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1.3mm rear offset improves left-to-right spoke tension balance on a disc-specific build. Better balanced tension means better long-term wheel durability and more consistent tracking over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDT Swiss 350 hubs.\u003c\/strong\u003e A proven hub platform with serviceable internals, consistent engagement, and Centerlock disc mounting. The weight difference between the 350 and 240 builds is approximately 60g for the complete wheelset — a tradeoff most riders will never feel, and the price difference is better spent elsewhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubeless-ready out of the box.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-installed rim tape and Fillmore valves are included. Semi-hooked bead design supports up to 100 psi. There is minimal bench work between unboxing and riding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Reserve 57|64 Turbulent Aero DT 350 is a well-resolved disc brake aero wheelset for road racers and fast group riders who want serious aerodynamic engineering without pushing into the $2,200–$2,500 tier. The lifetime warranty and no rider weight limit are commitments Reserve makes across its entire lineup — at $1,799, you're getting that coverage on a wheelset built to be ridden hard, maintained easily, and upgraded when you're ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":45449475424300,"sku":"89-29223","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XDR Driver","offer_id":45449475457068,"sku":"89-29222","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/RESERVE-57-64-WHEELSET_205f3d4f-e0e3-49ae-beba-595f8ff54b14.jpg?v=1776090523"},{"product_id":"reserve-4044-gr-dt-swiss-350-disc-brake-wheelset","title":"Reserve 40|44 GR DT Swiss 350 Disc Brake Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eReserve Wheels was founded within the Santa Cruz Bicycles family with a clear mandate: build better carbon wheels using precision engineering and back them without compromise — every Reserve wheel carries a lifetime guarantee. The \u003cstrong\u003eReserve 40|44 GR DT Swiss 350 Disc Brake Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is the brand's fastest gravel-specific option, designed for drop-bar off-road riders where aerodynamic performance is a real variable. The 40|44 GR targets competitive gravel racers and serious mixed-terrain riders who want a wheel that reduces drag on open roads and exposed climbs without the handling instability that typically comes with deep-section front wheels on unpredictable surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe core engineering decision here is the mixed-depth profile: a 40mm front rim paired with a 44mm rear. Reserve arrived at this asymmetric setup by optimizing each position separately. The shallower front delivers better crosswind stability and handling confidence on the variable terrain and exposed conditions that define gravel racing. The deeper rear maximizes aerodynamic return where it contributes most to overall speed — the rear wheel sees less steering input and can run deeper without compromising handling. The result is a wheel that offers meaningful aero efficiency over shallow-profile gravel options without the tradeoffs of a symmetric deep-section front. On a long gravel race with stretches of exposed pavement and sections of loose or technical dirt, that front-rear split is the difference between a wheel you can push hard and one you're constantly managing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe carbon rims are built for modern wide-tire use. The front runs 27.4mm inner width with a 36mm external profile; the rear is 27mm inner and 34.4mm external. That inner width supports tires from 30 to 50mm, covering fast race-day setups and heavier bikepacking configurations alike. The semi-hooked rim works with tubeless or clincher tires; Reserve includes Fillmore valves and pre-installed rim tape in the box, so there's nothing to source separately before heading out. The asymmetric rear rim offset of 2.7mm equalizes spoke tension across drive and non-drive sides, contributing to long-term wheel durability under sustained load. Reserve reinforces the spoke holes internally at the nipple interface — the highest-stress zone in any carbon rim — concentrating material where failure actually occurs rather than adding weight across the full rim cross section. Individual rim weights are 400g for the 40mm front and 425g for the 44mm rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe DT Swiss 350 hub brings a strong track record for durability and serviceability to the build. It uses DT Swiss's Ratchet DEG system with 90 teeth and a 4-degree engagement angle — quick, precise pickup that makes a tangible difference when accelerating out of technical corners or surging over loose, steep climbs. The 350 is heavier than Reserve's premium DT 180 option: the full wheelset weighs 1,454g with DT 350 hubs, compared to 1,376g with the DT 180. But the 350's real advantage is longevity and ease of maintenance. Ratchets, axle components, and freehub bodies are widely available and simple to service — an important consideration for a wheel intended to accumulate serious kilometers across multiple seasons. XDR and HG-EV freehub options cover both SRAM AXS and Shimano 11\/12-speed drivetrains. Hub spacing is 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axle, with a centerlock disc interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 40|44 GR is built for riders who want one high-performance wheelset that covers race day and full-season training without compromise. Reserve backs it with a lifetime guarantee — no time limit, no fine print. For a carbon gravel wheel built to absorb sustained vibration, rough-surface chatter, and occasional impacts over thousands of kilometers, that guarantee removes a meaningful layer of ownership risk. At $1,799 with DT Swiss 350 hubs, the wheelset sits significantly below the DT 180 version at $2,499, while sharing the same rim geometry, internal construction, and lifetime coverage. For most riders — and especially those who log high annual mileage on variable terrain — the 350-hub build is the stronger long-term value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"XDR Driver","offer_id":45551004418092,"sku":"89-25217","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"HG11 (Shimano \/ SRAM 11s)","offer_id":45551004450860,"sku":"89-25218","price":1799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/RESERVE-40-44-GR-WHEELSET_8a946b93-9393-4c63-9d66-5d194c9ef5b6.jpg?v=1779125786"},{"product_id":"reserve-3437-dt-swiss-240-wheelset","title":"Reserve 34|37 DT Swiss 240 Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReserve 34|37 DT Swiss 240 Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e is Reserve's do-everything road wheelset, built to handle climbing, long road days, and the occasional stretch of rough pavement without asking the rider to specialize. Reserve is Santa Cruz Bicycles' wheel brand, and the 34|37 applies that same engineering group's approach to a rider who wants one dependable set of road wheels rather than a quiver of race-day-specific options. Reserve builds the rims from carbon and pairs them with a DT Swiss 240 hubset, a combination aimed at all-around road riding rather than pure aero or ultralight climbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 34|37 name refers to its mixed rim profile: a 34mm-deep front rim paired with a 37mm-deep rear. Reserve runs the front wheel shallower and wider — 23mm internal, 30mm external — for stability in crosswinds and on descents, while the rear goes deeper and slightly narrower at 22mm internal, 29mm external, favoring aerodynamics and power transfer in the zone where a rider's own body already blocks most of the wind. Recommended tire width runs 25mm to 38mm, wide enough to run road-race-width tires or step up to something with more volume for rough roads or light gravel without leaving the wheel's intended range. Reserve reinforces the spoke holes internally rather than adding external material, which adds strength where the rim sees the most load from each spoke without piling on extra weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDT Swiss builds the hubs, and the 240 sits in the middle of DT Swiss's lineup — light enough to matter on a climbing wheelset, but built to hold up to regular service rather than requiring a full rebuild after a season of miles. Each wheel uses 24 spokes, a count Reserve keeps consistent front and rear rather than chasing the lowest possible number. Hub spacing covers 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear thru-axles, rotors mount via Centerlock, and the freehub comes in XDR or HG-EV to match SRAM or Shimano drivetrains. Total wheelset weight with the DT 240 hubs comes in at 1,354 grams — heavier than Reserve's top-tier DT 180 build, but with a hub that's easier and cheaper to service over the life of the wheelset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the road, that mixed-profile approach is what lets Reserve call the 34|37 a no-fuss wheelset: no weight limits for the rider, no tire restrictions beyond the recommended range, and compatibility with either tubeless or tubed setups depending on what a rider's already running. That flexibility matters more on a wheelset meant to survive years of club rides, local races, and long weekend routes than it would on a wheelset built for one race weekend a year. The shallower front and deeper rear work together on rolling terrain in particular, holding a stable line through crosswind sections on a descent while still giving back some aerodynamic benefit once the road flattens out and speed picks up again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve backs the rim with its lifetime guarantee, which carries more weight on a wheelset asked to do this much work across road, climbing, and the occasional rough patch of pavement than it would on a wheelset built for a single specialty. The 34|37 DT Swiss 240 fits a rider who wants one wheelset for nearly everything on the road bike — club rides, gran fondos, local racing, and the climbs in between — without needing a second set for durability's sake. Riders chasing the lowest possible weight or the fastest hub engagement available should look toward Reserve's DT 180 or DT 350 EXP builds instead; the 240 here is the version built to be serviced easily and ridden without much thought for years at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Reserve","offers":[{"title":"XDR Driver","offer_id":46107574009900,"sku":"89-25211","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/RESERVE-34-37-WHEELSET_038a0a12-6bf0-45eb-99a7-eefe34cf6c11.jpg?v=1788887915"}],"url":"https:\/\/ricycles.com\/collections\/reserve-wheels.oembed","provider":"RA Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}