The ICAN FL II Max wheelset is consistently praised for its lightweight construction, precise trueness, and high-quality components at an affordable price. Reviewers highlight the hand-built craftsmanship and the use of premium parts like Sapim spokes and Toray carbon, making them a strong value for road and all-road riders.
Pros
- Lightweight, suitable for climbing; total weight under 1400g.12
- Excellent trueness and roundness; measured deviation very low.12
- Consistent spoke tension within 5% variance; proper stress relief.12
- High-quality components: Sapim CX-Ray spokes, star ratchet hubs, Toray carbon.21
- Hand-built by individual wheel builders, ensuring craftsmanship.2
- Versatile tire compatibility: can accommodate tires from 28mm up to 40mm (or 45mm depending on model).2
- Good value for the price, around $800.12
- Includes accessories: rim tape, tubeless valves, wheel bags, and quality control sheet.12
Cons
Key Facts
- Total weight claimed around 1300-1350g; measured 1309g (front 597g, rear 712g) by one reviewer, and 1351g (front 617g, rear 734g) by another.21
- Rim depths available: 38mm, 40mm, 50mm, and mixed sets (38/52, 40/50).2
- Inner rim width: 21mm on FL38, 23mm on other models; measured 23.3-23.4mm on FL40/50.21
- Spokes: Sapim CX-Ray, 24 front and rear, two-cross lacing, straight pull.12
- Hubs: ICAN D28 (or ICAN 28S) with star ratchet drive, center lock disc, Shimano freehub default, SRAM XDR available.21
- Rims made from T700/T800 Toray carbon, hooked bead tubeless-ready.2
- Price: around $799-$800.12
- Trueness measured: average deviation 0.18mm (second best among nine sets); rear roundness 0.16mm, rear lateral 0.16mm, front roundness 0.15mm.1
Reviews & Ratings
08:22The reviewer examines the ICAN FL40/50 Max carbon wheel set, highlighting its build quality, performance, and value. The wheels are praised for their low weight, precise trueness, and consistent spoke tension. The reviewer notes a minor decal imperfection but overall finds the wheels impressive, placing them second in trueness among nine tested sets.
11:06The reviewer discusses the ICAN FL II Max wheels, noting they are a new series of road wheels from ICAN. He highlights their lightweight construction, quality components, and hand-built nature. He mentions his positive experience with previous ICAN wheels and expresses confidence in the new FL Max series, stating they should provide a great riding experience.
22:43The reviewer conducts a comprehensive quality control inspection of the ICAN FL II Max 38 wheels, checking trueness, roundness, rim centering, spoke length, tension, twist, stress relief, and tire mounting. The wheels receive high marks across all tests, earning straight A's on the report card. The reviewer concludes that they are a great set of climbing wheels, light at just over 1,300 grams, and part of a versatile series with affordable pricing.
Where to Buy
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ICAN FL40 II Disc Carbon Road Wheels 23mm Internal Width
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