The ICAN FL II Max carbon wheelset earns strong praise across independent reviews for its lightweight construction, precise build quality, and excellent value. Measured weights consistently come in around 1,309–1,351g, and multiple reviewers confirm excellent trueness, even spoke tension, and tubeless compatibility. Minor caveats include steel bearings, a decal imperfection, and spoke contact at the second cross, but overall it is considered a high-performance, affordable option for road and all-road riders.
Pros
- Lightweight: measured 1,309–1,351g total, lighter than or close to claimed weight.123
- Excellent trueness and roundness: average deviation 0.18mm, perfect dishing, well-centered rims.123
- Consistent spoke tension within 5% variance, even and correct spoke lengths.12
- Smooth hubs with good bearing quality and instant engagement (36 points).123
- Tubeless ready with included rim tape and valves; tires easy to mount and remove.123
- Good value for money at around $800.123
- Stable and comfortable in crosswinds, smooth rolling, reactive when standing on pedals.3
- Hand-built quality with stress relief, minimal spoke twist, and quality control sheet included.21
Cons
Key Facts
- Measured weight: front 597–617g, rear 712–734g, total 1,309–1,351g (without rim tape/valves); claimed around 1,300g.123
- Price: $799–$800.12
- Rim dimensions: inner width 23mm (measured 23.3–23.4mm on FL40/50), outer width 30mm; FL38 inner width 21mm.123
- Spokes: Sapim CX-Ray (24 front and rear, two-cross lacing, straight pull).12
- Hubs: ICAN D28 with star ratchet drive, 36 engagement points, center lock disc, Shimano freehub default, SRAM XDR available.123
- Rims made from Toray T700/T800 carbon (FL40 Max also uses T1000 mix), hooked bead, tubeless ready.23
- Trueness measurements: average deviation 0.18mm; rear roundness 0.16mm, rear lateral 0.16mm, front roundness 0.15mm.1
- Spoke tension readings between 31 and 34 on tension meter, with even and consistent tension.2
Reviews & Ratings
13:15The reviewer introduces the ICAN FL40 Max wheelset, which he has just mounted on his bike. He notes that ICAN is a new brand for him but is a large, established company that produces frames and wheels. He describes the unboxing, build details, and first ride impressions. He chose a 40mm profile for climbing and praises the wheels for being lightweight, stable in crosswinds, smooth, and responsive. He considers them excellent value for money and promises a long-term review.
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.
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ICAN FL40 II Disc Carbon Road Wheels 23mm Internal Width
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ICAN FL38 Max Disc Carbon Road Wheels 21mm Internal Width
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