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oz cycle on YouTube7 days 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
- 60-tooth clutch provides good engagement and is quieter than previous models
- Wider front rim (36mm) and narrower rear (34mm) for aerodynamic tuck
- Suitable for 28-34c tires with good tire-rim profile
- Solid and stiff, ideal for heavier riders (80kg+)
- Mixable rim depths (48/58) at no extra cost
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)
- No spare spokes included for stainless steel version
- Satin finish may not suit all frame gloss levels
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
- Spoke count: 16 drive/8 non-drive rear (3x/2x), 14 disc/7 non-disc front (3x/radial)
- Hubs: steel bearings (TPI brand), 60-tooth clutch, titanium freehub body
- Trueness: rear lateral 0.18mm, concentric 0.15mm; front lateral 0.35mm, concentric 0.22mm
- Spoke tension variance: rear all within 10%, front perfect at 10%
- Dishing: front 0mm, rear 0.4mm
- Price: $1,189 (stainless steel) or $1,399 (carbon spoke) before 15% discount code Icycle15
- Suitable for hooked (clincher/tubeless) rims; rim tape and tubeless valve pre-installed
Purchase
Where to Buy
$1,399.00· elite-wheels.com
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