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9Velo Ultralight Road Disc Carbon Spoke EXTREME C52 / C52 Plus Wheelset
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9Velo Ultralight Road Disc Carbon Spoke EXTREME C52 / C52 Plus Wheelset

Weight1000g
Year2026
CategoryWheels

Reviews & Ratings

9velo C52 Extreme

The 9Velo Ultralight Road Disc Carbon Spoke EXTREME C52 / C52 Plus Wheelset is a sub-1000g (claimed) 52mm deep carbon wheel with 20 carbon spokes per wheel and a 23.6mm internal width. Users report actual weights between 1013g and 1060g including rim tape, with some claiming sub-999g without tape. The wheels are praised for their climbing performance, stiffness, and value, but concerns exist about the accuracy of the weight limit (initially 110kg, then 100kg, with supplier Zen stating 90kg system weight), hub noise, and long-term durability. The wheels use H-Works hubs with a ratchet system similar to DT Swiss, and some users have experienced freehub noise changes under load, though a replacement wheel resolved the issue for one user. Overall, the wheels are considered a strong option for lightweight climbing wheels, but potential buyers should be aware of the weight limit ambiguity and hub noise.

AI Summary

Pros

  • Extremely light weight, with actual weights around 1013-1060g including rim tape, making them one of the lightest 52mm deep wheelsets available.
  • Excellent climbing performance and responsiveness, with a 'jump forward' effect when out of the saddle.
  • Good stiffness and stability, even for heavier riders (up to 100kg system weight reported).

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Cons

  • Weight limit ambiguity: initially claimed 110kg, then 100kg, while supplier Zen states 90kg system weight, causing trust issues.
  • Freehub is very loud, and attempts to quiet it with grease have limited success.
  • Some users experienced a change in freehub sound under load, possibly due to axle flex, though a replacement wheel fixed it.

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Key Points

  • Depth: 52mm
  • Internal width: 23.6mm
  • Spokes: 20 carbon spokes per wheel, 1/1 crossed

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Purchase

Where to Buy

pandapodium.cc
$1,699.00· 2 stores
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Variants

Variants
999–1058 g
Same for all
Internal Rim Width
23.6 mm
External Rim Width
30 mm
Tire Width min
28 mm
Tire Width max
47 mm
ConfigurationRim DepthRider Weight LimitHubWeightPrice
EXTREME C52 (52mm)52 mm100 kg9Velo X21 Ultra-lightweight Carbon-spoke Hub999g$1,899.00
EXTREME C52 Plus (52mm)52 mm95 kg9Velo T220 Ultra-lightweight Carbon-Spoke Hub1,058g$1,699.00

Specifications

Attributes

Weight1,000g
Internal Rim Width23.6 mm
External Rim Width30 mm
Rim MaterialCarbon
Brake TypeDisc (Center Lock)
Tire SystemHooked Tubeless
Spoke TypeCarbon
Rider Weight Limit100 kg
Hub Engagement36T ratchet
Freehub BodyShimano HG, SRAM XDR, Campagnolo
Axle Standard12x100 / 12x142 (Road Disc)
Spoke ModelT-head carbon spokes
Hub9Velo X21 Ultra-lightweight Carbon-spoke Hub
Tire Width min28 mm
Tire Width max47 mm
Rim FinishUD Matte
Bearing TypeSteel Cartridge, Ceramic

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