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Nepest MAUI Wheels with NP Ceramic Hubs
Wheels

Nepest MAUI Wheels with NP Ceramic Hubs

Weight550g
CategoryWheels

Reviews & Ratings

Hambini on YouTubeabout 1 year ago
Bike Wheels: NEPEST Maui - full engineering teardown

The reviewer discusses the Nepest MAUI Wheels with NP Ceramic Hubs in detail, initially expressing skepticism but ultimately finding them to be of good quality. They highlight the wheel's construction, including the use of high-quality spokes, hardened hubs, and durable rim construction. The reviewer notes the wheels' performance in gravel conditions, their stiffness, and the inclusion of a high-quality wheel bag. They also mention the wheels' popularity in Japan and provide a detailed analysis of their mechanical and aerodynamic properties.

AI Summary

Pros

  • High-quality spokes (ST brand)
  • Hardened hubs and freehub
  • Good stiffness for gravel use
  • Includes a high-quality wheel bag
  • Popular in Japan
  • Durable rim construction
  • Good customer service
  • Reasonable price
  • Comes with rim tape, valves, and spokes
  • Hard anodizing on hubs
  • Good mechanical dynamics
  • Tubeless compatible
  • Hooked rims

Cons

  • Relatively unknown in the West
  • Potential badge snobbery
  • Not the ultimate in aerodynamics (unshrouded flanges)
Purchase

Where to Buy

nepestsports.com
🇺🇸$1,399.00
Checked about 2 months ago
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