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Patrick Lino on YouTube 8 months ago
00:14:34
The reviewer presents a detailed review of the Elitewheels Drive 65D II wheels, which are brand new for 2025. They cover the specifications, weight, and key updates from the previous version. The reviewer states they have ridden the wheels for 2-3 weeks and found them to be fast, comfortable, and solid, suitable for crit races or fast group rides on flat terrain. They highlight the comfort from wider carbon spokes and improved crosswind stability. The main criticism is that the 65mm depth makes them less quick to accelerate compared to shallower wheels. The reviewer concludes they offer great value for a ready-made wheel, especially with a promotional discount.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Gorgeous look
- Fast performance
- Comfortable ride
- Solid feel for crits/group rides
- Wider carbon bladed spokes offer more comfort/flex
- Improved crosswind stability vs. previous version
- Good value for specs and price
- Competitive price point for a ready-made wheel
- Thoughtful rim design perfect for 28C or 30C tires
- Includes spare carbon spokes, tubeless valves, and pre-installed rim tape
- Star ratchet hub sounds incredible/loud
- Updated hub design with threaded spokes for safety in a crash
- Multiple depth and font color options available
- Brand has good cachet in the Chinese market
Cons
- Due to 65mm depth, not as quick to accelerate as shallower wheels
- $100 price increase from version one (though noted as reasonable after 4 years)
Key Points
- Brand: Elitewheels
- Model: Drive 65D, version II (2)
- Year: 2025
- Depth: 65mm front and rear
- Internal rim width: 23mm
- External rim width: 31mm
- Spokes: Wider carbon bladed spokes (from Vonda)
- Hub: DT Swiss style 36-tooth star ratchet system
- Bearings: Ceramic
- Weight: Rear 795g, Front 688g, Total 1483g (XDR freehub version)
- Tire fit: Stretches 28C GP5000 to ~30mm; ideal for 28C or 30C tires
- Retail Price: $1,299 USD
- Updates from V1: Wider carbon spokes, new rim profile (23/31), star ratchet hub, updated spoke attachment design, new design elements/font options
Where to Buy
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