{"title":"Syncros Wheels","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-header\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSyncros\u003c\/strong\u003e is the components and accessories brand of Scott Sports, designing products from the inside out — built specifically for Scott bikes but available as standalone upgrades across the market. The Capital SL Aero 60mm Disc is Syncros’ flagship road wheelset: a one-piece carbon construction where rim, spokes, and hub shell are laid up together in a single mold, resulting in a structure that’s lighter and more aerodynamically efficient than a conventionally assembled wheel. At a claimed 1,290g and 60mm deep, the Capital SL Aero delivers real aero gains without becoming unmanageable in crosswinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHookless rims, DT Swiss 240 EXP internals, and asymmetric front-rear dimensions — the front optimized for aerodynamics, the rear for power transfer — make this a wheelset engineered for speed across road and gravel terrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"syncros-capital-sl-aero-60mm-disc-wheelset","title":"Syncros Capital SL Aero 60mm Disc Wheelset","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSyncros Capital SL Aero 60mm Disc Wheelset\u003c\/strong\u003e sits at the top of Syncros' road wheel lineup — a 60mm deep-section carbon disc wheelset built around a patented manufacturing approach the brand calls the Monocoque Wheel System. At $4,600, these wheels are engineered to compete at the highest level of road aerodynamics, and the engineering behind them is genuinely different from most carbon wheelsets in this price range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eMonocoque Wheel System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eMost carbon wheels are assembled from discrete components: rim, spokes, hub shell. The Capital SL eliminates that distinction. Using its patented MWS one-shot manufacturing process, Syncros produces the rim, carbon spokes, and hub flanges as a single integrated carbon structure. This is not a cosmetic distinction — it changes the fundamental properties of the wheel. Without a conventional hub shell between the flanges, the hub diameter shrinks, the flanges improve aerodynamic flow, and the entire structure loses weight without losing rigidity. The carbon spokes don't attach to the rim in the traditional sense; they run continuously from one side of the rim over the hub flange and back, woven at the intersection to maximize torsional stiffness. Syncros reports these bonded carbon spokes are 35% stronger than traditional steel spokes, and the pre-tensioning process built into MWS achieves higher spoke tension than comparable carbon-spoked designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe complete wheelset weighs 1,290 grams — competitive for a 60mm disc wheelset — but the figure that matters more in real riding is rotational inertia. MWS concentrates mass near the hub rather than the rim, and Syncros' testing showed 20% lower rotational inertia compared to competitor wheels. Lower rotational inertia translates directly to faster acceleration from every pedal stroke, a livelier response when standing out of a corner, and less fatigue from the constant micro-accelerations of road racing and hard group rides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eAerodynamic Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 60mm rim depth in the Capital SL Aero reflects a deliberate choice for maximum aerodynamic advantage on flat-to-rolling terrain. Syncros ran nearly 200 rim configurations through CFD simulation before settling on the final profile, optimizing at multiple yaw angles to ensure real-world crosswind performance rather than straight-line numbers only. The design was then validated in a wind tunnel purpose-built to measure both rotational and translational drag — most wheels are only tested for translational drag, so Syncros' process captures a more complete picture of what happens at speed. According to Syncros' testing, the Capital SL Aero outperformed the closest tested competitor wheel by approximately 7%. The front and rear wheels are designed as a paired system: the front profile is tuned for direct aerodynamic exposure, while the rear takes advantage of the sheltering effect from the frame and legs — different optimization goals for different positions on the bike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHookless Rims and Tire Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Capital SL uses hookless rim construction, removing the traditional bead hook from the rim's inner edge. A hookless rim section is structurally cleaner and more consistent — lighter, with a smoother aerodynamic transition from tire sidewall to rim. The 25mm internal width supports modern wide tires and balances aerodynamic drag against the rolling resistance benefits of larger tyre volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eBecause this is a hookless wheelset, it requires tubeless-compatible tires that are approved for hookless rim use. Maximum tire pressure is 72.5 psi (5 bar) — a hard limit inherent to hookless design. Syncros maintains an approved tire compatibility list on their website covering road and gravel options from major manufacturers; verifying your preferred tire is on that list before purchase is strongly recommended. The version at RA Cycles uses an XDR driver, compatible with SRAM's XDR cassette interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eSyncros backs the Capital SL with a crash replacement program: 50% off a replacement wheel within the first year from purchase, 30% in year two, and 20% in year three. The wheels carry a 2-year statutory warranty. For a wheelset at this price that you'll likely ride hard, both are worth factoring into the overall value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Syncros","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ XDR Driver","offer_id":43521235550252,"sku":"421137WSXDR","price":4600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/syncros-capital-sl-aero-60mm-disc-wheelset-5327101.jpg?v=1771296428"},{"product_id":"syncros-capital-10-60mm-disc-brake-wheel-front","title":"Syncros Capital 1.0 60mm Disc Brake Wheel - Front","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Syncros Capital 1.0 60mm Disc Brake Wheel - Front\u003c\/strong\u003e is the entry point into Syncros' carbon aero road wheel family — built for disc brake systems and designed for riders who want the performance characteristics of a deep-section carbon rim without spending into flagship territory. Syncros is the components arm of Scott Sports, engineering wheels, cockpits, and saddles that appear on Scott's own bikes and are sold separately to riders looking to upgrade. The Capital range sits below the company's flagship Capital SL, sharing the same design philosophy — hookless carbon rims, tubeless construction, disc-specific hubs — but at a price point that doesn't require the same level of commitment. At $500 for the front wheel, this is one of the more accessible entry points into deep-section carbon road wheels on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCarbon Rim, 60mm Deep\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 60mm deep, this is a rim built to reduce drag on flat and rolling roads. The carbon fiber construction uses a hookless bead profile — eliminating the bead hook means the rim wall can be uniform throughout rather than shaped around a traditional hook seat, which allows Syncros to lay up the carbon with precise fiber placement and predictable structural properties. The 23mm internal width supports tires from 28mm through 50mm, giving this wheel a broader range than most aero-focused rims — it's capable on packed gravel, not just pavement. The hookless design requires tubeless-compatible tires and caps maximum tire pressure at 72.5 psi. That's not a limitation worth worrying about: modern road riders have largely moved away from the 100+ psi pressures of clincher tradition, and lower pressures on wider tires deliver measurably better grip and rolling resistance on real road surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHub, Spokes, and Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hub is Syncros' own disc-specific design, built for a 12x100mm thru axle and a Centerlock disc rotor interface. Thru axle front ends provide more precise wheel tracking than traditional quick-release setups, eliminating the flex that can develop under hard braking loads. Centerlock is Shimano's rotor mounting standard — now common across the industry — where a cassette tool seats and removes the rotor lockring, making rotor swaps clean and straightforward. Spokes are Syncros straightpull, tensioned in a 24-hole pattern. Straightpull spokes don't require the elbow bend at the hub flange, which removes a common stress concentration point from the build. A tubeless valve is included in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat 60mm Means on the Road\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRim depth affects aerodynamic drag, and at 60mm the Capital 1.0 produces a noticeable difference on flat roads and in sustained efforts where average speed matters. The front wheel is where aero depth has its most significant effect — and where crosswind sensitivity is most pronounced. At 60mm, you'll feel gusts more than you would on a 40mm rim. Most riders find this manageable on typical road days; it becomes a real consideration on consistently windy routes or very exposed terrain. This isn't a rim that punishes you for the depth — 60mm is a well-established balance point — but it's worth weighing against the 40mm option in the Capital 1.0 lineup if crosswinds are a regular factor where you ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wheel makes the most sense for road riders moving up from aluminum and wanting to understand what carbon changes — and for those who prefer to upgrade the front wheel first rather than committing to a paired set. It fits disc brake frames running 12x100mm front axles with Centerlock rotor mounting. The tubeless-only construction means sealant is required, not optional — factor that into setup if you haven't run tubeless before. Given the 50mm maximum tire width, the Capital 1.0 60mm front extends naturally into gravel riding on packed surfaces where aerodynamics still matter. It's a focused disc-specific carbon wheel that rewards riders who know what they're buying and are ready to set it up properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Syncros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45641152102444,"sku":"4256580135850F","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/SYNCROS-CAPITAL-1-0-60MM-FRONT-WHEEL-1_cc8aae08-decf-4afc-aea6-61793db90458.jpg?v=1781198272"}],"url":"https:\/\/ricycles.com\/collections\/syncros-wheels.oembed","provider":"RA Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}