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The reviewer discusses the Lon Hyper 3 wheels extensively, comparing them to previous generations and other Chinese alternatives. They note improvements in crosswind stability, wider spokes, and increased internal rim width (23mm vs 21mm), but question the future-proofing due to unchanged external width (28mm). The wheels are lighter (45g), claimed to be 2.2 watts faster at 48 km/h, and offer 10% higher lateral stiffness, though the reviewer didn't notice these improvements in practice. The assembly quality is praised, but minor issues like spoke tension inconsistency and an unusual rim bump are noted. The reviewer finds the wheels stiff and durable but less comfortable on rough roads. The price increase ($200) is criticized as potentially making the wheels less competitive.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Wider spokes
- Increased internal rim width (23mm)
- Lighter by 45g
- Claimed 2.2 watts faster at 48 km/h
- 10% higher lateral stiffness claimed
- Improved crosswind stability
- Excellent assembly quality
- Titanium ratchet for durability
- Stiff and durable
- Good for efficient power transfer
Cons
- External rim width unchanged (28mm), questioned for future-proofing
- Didn't notice claimed stiffness or aerodynamic improvements
- Front wheel had spoke tension inconsistency
- Unusual bump inside the rim
- Less comfortable on rough roads due to high stiffness
- Price increased by $200
- Loss of unique features like butterfly wave finish
- Plain black valve caps instead of transparent ones
Key Points
- Internal rim width: 23mm
- External rim width: 28mm
- Rim depth: 46mm front, 54mm rear
- Titanium ratchet
- 45g lighter than previous generation
- Claimed 2.2 watts faster at 48 km/h
- 10% higher lateral stiffness claimed
- Wider carbon spokes
- Price: $1,699
Lรบn HYPER 3 Review: The First Bad Move by Winspace?
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The reviewer provides a detailed analysis of the Lรบn HYPER 3 D45 Disc Brake Wheelset, noting they are the latest version with improvements in crosswind stability, comfort, and slightly lower weight, but criticizing the higher price and lack of the distinctive butterfly weave finish. They mention riding the wheels for over 500 km and conducting various quality control tests.
AI-Summary
Pros
- More comfortable and stable in crosswinds than HYPER 2023
- Very stiff with efficient power transfer
- Excellent speed maintenance
- Top-notch assembly quality with perfect lateral and radial trueness
- Perfect hub centering (dishing)
- Wider rim width and spokes
- Slightly lighter weight
- Includes preinstalled tubeless rim tape and tubeless valves
- Titanium ratchet
- UCI-approved with 2-year warranty
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Cons
- $200 higher price than HYPER 23
- No longer has the butterfly weave rim finish which made previous HYPER wheels unique
- Front wheel had 5 spokes outside the 5% average spoke tension consistency
- Unusual bump found inside the rim during inspection
- Could not inflate tires with a regular floor pump (required air compressor)
- Riding comfort rated only 3/5
- Tire installation rated 3/5
- Price rated 2/5
- Package was visibly damaged during transport (though wheels were protected)
- The reviewer could not feel the claimed 2.2W aerodynamic improvement or 10% lateral stiffness increase compared to previous generation
Key Points
- Type: Clincher (tubeless-ready), hooked
- Weight: Front wheel 598g, Rear wheel 766g (measured 1364g total)
- Claimed weight: 1383g (ยฑ25g)
- Rim width: Internal 23.0mm, External 28.4mm
- Rim depth: 46/54mm
- Spokes: Carbon spokes
- Hubs: Lรบn HYPER 3 hubs with ceramic bearings
- Rider weight limit: 130kg (297lb)
- Only available for disc brakes
- Introduced in 2024 as latest HYPER series version
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