The 9VELO CC45 ceramic road disc brake wheelset is praised as an engineering masterpiece with exceptionally high manufacturing quality, superior hubs, and precise tolerances, offering a high-performance alternative to western brands at a lower price. The main drawbacks are the lack of marketing clout and the difficulty of spoke replacement due to the absence of spoke holes.
Pros
- Exceptionally high manufacturing quality with class-leading runouts and dimensional accuracy1
- Hubs superior to DT Swiss units1
- Consistent spoke tension with less than 5% deviation1
- Low weight: measured 1407g vs quoted 1440g1
- No discernible flex during riding1
- No spoke holes reduce inertia and eliminate need for rim tape1
- Recessed labyrinth seal on hubs (technically difficult to make)1
- Comes with spare spokes and tubeless valve1
- 2-year warranty1
- Significantly lower price than western counterparts1
Cons
Key Facts
- Measured weight: 797g rear, 610g front (1407g total), quoted 1440g ±30g1
- Rim dimensions: 28mm outer width, 21mm internal width, hooked rim1
- No spoke holes on rim (requires magnet for spoke changes, no rim tape needed)1
- Hub uses ratchet system similar to DT Swiss1
- Bearings have same vibration signature and internal construction as NTN bearings1
- Spokes: Sapim1
- Spoke tension deviation less than 5%1
- Recessed labyrinth seal on hubs1
Reviews & Ratings
The reviewer describes the 9VELO CC55 ceramic road disc brake wheelset as an engineering masterpiece with exceptionally high manufacturing quality, noting that the hubs surpass DT Swiss units and the wheelset represents a watershed moment in the cycling industry due to its superior technical performance at a lower price point.
The reviewer states that the 9VELO CC45 wheelset is an engineering masterpiece with exceptionally high manufacturing quality, featuring hubs superior to DT Swiss, excellent dimensional accuracy, consistent spoke tension, low weight, and no discernible flex in riding.
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9VELO CC45 CERAMIC Road Disc Brake Wheelset
9VELO CC55 CERAMIC Road Disc Brake Wheelset
Variants
| Configuration | Weight |
|---|---|
| cc45 | 1,435g |
| cc55 | 1,536g |
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