Reviews & Ratings
oz cycle on YouTube3 months ago
00:29:20
The reviewer evaluates the Elitewheels Drive SL 58D CS wheels, noting they are a solid performer with good build quality, aerodynamic design, and a titanium freehub body. He highlights the wheels' stability in crosswinds and suitability for heavier riders, but mentions minor spoke twist issues and that the stainless steel spoke version is slightly heavier than the carbon spoke version.
AI Summary
Pros
- Excellent build quality with low spoke tension variance and true wheels
- Aerodynamic rim shape with rounded inner circumference reduces crosswind effect
- Titanium freehub body resists corrosion and sprocket bite
more pros in the video
Cons
- Several spokes were twisted out of alignment (possibly from freight or QC oversight)
- Stainless steel spoke version is heavier than carbon spoke version (1,400g vs 1,330g for 58mm)
- Clutch is loud (though quieter than previous Elite wheels)
more cons in the video
Key Points
- Rim depths: 48mm and 58mm; tested 58mm
- Internal rim width: 25mm; bead width: 30mm; widest point: 34mm rear, 36mm front
- Weight: 720g rear, 680g front (stainless steel 58mm); claimed 1,440g set
more key points in the video
Purchase
Where to Buy
$1,399.00· elite-wheels.com
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Variants
1290–1440 gSame for allInternal Rim Width (mm): 25External Rim Width (mm): 36Spoke Count Front: 21Spoke Count Rear: 24Tire Width min (mm): 29Tire Width max (mm): 58
| Configuration | Rim Depth Front (mm) | Rim Depth Rear (mm) | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48D CS | 48 | 1,290g | |
| 48D SS | 48 | 1,400g | |
| 48F/58R CS | 48 | 58 | 1,310g |
| 48F/58R SS | 48 | 58 | 1,420g |
| 58D CS | 58 | 1,330g | |
| 58D SS | 58 | 1,440g | |
Specifications
Attributes
Internal Rim Width (mm)25
External Rim Width (mm)36
Rim MaterialCarbon
Brake TypeDisc (Center Lock)
Tire SystemHooked Tubeless
Spoke TypeCarbon
Rider Weight Limit (kg)120
Hub Engagement60T/6°
Freehub BodyShimano HG (11s), SRAM XDR, Shimano MicroSpline
Axle Standard12x100 / 12x142 (Road Disc)
Spoke Model3.2mm SL Aero Bladed Carbon Spoke
Hub—
Tire Width min (mm)29
Tire Width max (mm)58
Rim FinishUD Matte
Bearing TypeSteel Cartridge
Included Components
Elitewheels Drive SL
Wheels1,290g
Total Weight1,290g
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