Components - Wheels

OneUp tells us the Axle F is 98% stiffer than stock, a little bit lighter, and it even costs less...

There are more complex, quieter and faster engaging hubs available, but as a package Raceface's Vaults offer much to love...

What would you expect from Chromag rims? Well they aren't made of steel - but they aren't made of carbon either...

Santa Cruz went deep on engineering with external spoke reinforcements and an asymmetrical profile, but that only matters if they can take a beating...

Entering the crowded carbon wheel market, Crankbrothers knew they needed to bring some heat and serve up something nobody offers...

Specialized has put strength ahead of weight concerns and while the price has also increased there is now a more reasonably-priced carbon option...

Once Hayes and Manitou were at the top of the heap - these products make it clear they are serious about getting back there...

Two pairs of carbon wheels, one slightly pricier, one slightly heavier - which wins the compliance, stiffness and tubeless mounting categories....

While it wasn't all golden with the fast engaging hubs, in either silent or loud configurations, there is much to like...

Premium hubs with the right number of the right kind of spokes - but how do they sound and engage....

Enve's updated M730 wheels feature some interesting tech and a flat prevention strip that will save riders from some headaches…

Can a complete wheelset that costs less than many rear hubs deliver performance and durability for the North Shore...

Reynolds has brought the price down by a grand but the warranty is just as good and you can still try them for a month...

Race Face Vault hubs, a fresh SQLab ergonomic saddle, and Time's newest pedal are ready for a thorough spring thrashing...

After close to a full year of abuse, Tim is left pretty impressed with the Agent wheelset.

Better but boring brass or slightly lighter aluminum nipples in sexy anodized colors? TLC Bikes has an interesting third option.

A dedicated DH race carbon wheelset, are they worth it?

Dave Smith's list of non-denominational seasonal goodies is one for fans of camera gear, carbon bikes and wheels and warm toes alike...

These wheels may scare others in the marketplace - and encourage riders to pick up a set just so they have emergency wheels...

If you are a big wheel rider who is hungry for traction and control - even in the slop and maybe even snow - there may be a solution for you that isn't fat...

Valve stems get clogged, hamper air flow and often look cheap - but Orange Seal is out to change that...

Tim Coleman has put almost 1000 kms of trail on his WeAreOne wheels - and lots of bike park laps as well...

Box returns with a completely redesigned ONE drivetrain, a dh version, new wheels and some sweet made in USA hubs...

Project 321 Hubs display high-level attention to detail, pretty colours and CNC engraved logos...