The Elitewheels ENT wheelset is a budget-friendly carbon option praised for its durability and value, though it has notable drawbacks including heavy weight, loud hubs, and tubeless setup challenges. Reviewers generally find it a solid choice for the price, with some recommending hub upgrades.
Pros
- Extremely good value for carbon wheels, with prices ranging from £250 to $287.1234
- Durable and reliable over long distances: 3,000 miles (Peter Treadway), 1,183 miles (Trace Velo), 2,500 km (user), 15-20k miles (user).1356
- Stiff and performs well on the road, with good momentum on flats.32
- Stable in crosswinds (Cyclists Hub) and comfortable on cobblestones.2
- Well-built with consistent spoke tension and decent hub centering (Cyclists Hub).2
- Hooked rim design allows use with tubeless or inner tubes (David Arthur).4
- Choice of Shimano or SRAM freehub (David Arthur).4
- Center lock disc brake compatible (nikinik, David Arthur).74
Cons
- Heavy compared to other 50mm wheels: 1,778g measured (Cyclists Hub) vs claimed 1,600g, making them sluggish on climbs.23
- Tubeless setup is difficult: requires compressor, tires de-seat, and no valves included.234
- Stock hubs are low quality: loud freehub, cheap bearings, poor weatherproofing, and difficult to service.354
- Epoxy residue and wrinkles inside the rims (Cyclists Hub).2
- Long delivery time (12 weeks) (Trace Velo).3
- Suspiciously high stated rider weight limit of 135kg (Trace Velo).3
- Deep rims make inner tube changes difficult; long valves needed (user:37).5
Key Facts
- Claimed weight varies: 1,600g (David Arthur) to 1,778g measured (Cyclists Hub), with Trace Velo measuring 1,607g including rim tape.423
- Rim dimensions: 50mm depth, 20-21mm internal width, 25-28.1mm external width.124
- Constructed with T800 carbon fiber (claimed by David Arthur) or basic UD carbon (Trace Velo).43
- Spokes: Pillar 1423 steel (Cyclists Hub) or upgraded to Pillar 1420 (Trace Velo), with 24 spokes per wheel.23
- Hubs: Elitewheels six-pole with steel bearings (Cyclists Hub), described as basic and poor weatherproofing (Trace Velo).23
- Tubeless-ready but requires rim tape; tubeless setup often needs a compressor (Cyclists Hub, Trace Velo).23
- Price paid: £275 (Peter Treadway), $287 (Cyclists Hub), £265-330 (Trace Velo), £250 (David Arthur).1234
- Compatible with center lock disc brakes and 12mm thru axles (David Arthur, nikinik).47
Sources
- 1Peter TreadwayWas my cheap, Chinese, Carbon Fibre bike from AliExpress worth it?
- 2Cyclists HubElitewheels ENT: Is This Aliexpress Bestseller Worth It? [REVIEW]
- 3Trace VeloELITEWHEELS - My cheapest carbon wheels from AliExpress!
- 4David Arthur - Just Ride BikesI Put £248 Carbon Fibre Wheels on my Road Bike!
- 5MyBikePartsGreat wheels, Even after couple thousand kilometres (2500km) they are still q...
- 6MyBikePartsOn my gravel bike, these were the original wheels I installed on my gravel bi...
- 7nikinikAliExpress Flatbar Gravel Bike Build
Reviews & Ratings
13:16The reviewer mentions using their 'trusty Elite Wheels ENT Drive' wheelset for their flat bar steel gravel bike build. They describe setting up the wheels with Schwaba G1 tires in 40mm for all-around gravel use. The wheels are shown being installed with ZTTO 160mm rotors using a center lock system. The reviewer does not provide extensive commentary on the wheels' performance but includes them as part of the functional build.
07:46The Elitewheels Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset Ent Uci Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling - Bicycle Wheel is not mentioned in this video.
15:25The Elitewheels Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset Ent Uci Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling - Bicycle Wheel is not mentioned in this video.
19:12The reviewer discusses the Elitewheels carbon wheels as part of their bike build, expressing high satisfaction with them. They mention the wheels are 25mm wide with a 50mm deep aero profile, extremely lightweight at 1.6 kilos combined, and cost £275 for the pair. The wheels have performed well over 3,000 miles, including long-distance rides like Essex to London to Paris and the Hundred Mile Ride London route, without any issues.
14:20The Elitewheels Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset Ent Uci Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling - Bicycle Wheel is not mentioned in this video.
12:27The reviewer discusses the Elitewheels Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset, highlighting its affordability and performance. They note the wheels are well-manufactured, lightweight, and offer aerodynamic benefits, though they mention some compromises in hub quality.
08:04The reviewer discusses the Elitewheels ENT carbon wheelset, which they purchased for $287 from AliExpress. They tested the wheels over 1,000 kilometers, including challenging terrains like Belgian cobblestone climbs. The wheels are tubeless-ready but are noted as the heaviest 50mm wheels they have tested, with the front wheel weighing 828g and the rear 950g (total 1,778g without tubeless rim tape and valves). The internal rim width is 20mm, and the external width is 28.1mm, which is standard for modern wheels. The wheels feature Pillar 1423 steel spokes and Elitewheels six-pole hubs with steel bearings. The reviewer found the wheels to be well-built with consistent spoke tension and decent hub centering, though they noted some epoxy residue and wrinkles inside the rims. Performance-wise, the wheels felt sluggish on climbs and rolling terrain due to their weight but were comfortable on cobbles and stable in crosswinds. The reviewer also mentions trying the ENT 80mm version, which was faster on flats but less stable in crosswinds.
28:10The reviewer provides a detailed review of the Elitewheels Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset, which they purchased from AliExpress. They highlight that these are the cheapest carbon wheels they've ever bought, having put 1183 miles (1900 kilometers) on them, including winter riding in England. The wheels are described as entry-level disc models with a 50mm deep and 25mm wide rim profile, using basic UD carbon layup. The reviewer notes the wheels have stayed true, hold pressure well, and show no cracks or broken spokes. They mention the wheels are stiff and perform well on the road, though they note some flex under heavy power. The reviewer also discusses the tubeless setup challenges and the loud freehub sound as notable issues.
20:34The reviewer briefly mentions the ELITEWHEELS Carbon Wheels Disc Brake 700c Road Bike Wheelset ENT UCI Quality Carbon Rim Center Lock Or 6-blot Bock Road Cycling but does not provide detailed analysis.
For my gravel bike, I have run these wheels for over 5 years. Inexpensive and very durable 28mm wide, 21mm internal width.
Ja, zB die ENT. Hab ich seit 1,5 Jahren ohne Probleme in Betrieb. Zusätzlich habe ich Endcaps für den Umbau auf Steckachse mitgeordert.
On my gravel bike, these were the original wheels I installed on my gravel bike in 2019. Probably 15K to 20K mile on them to date without any issues. 28mm wide and 38mm deep. I run 40mm to 42mm wide tires.
Purchased: 2019-06-01
Great wheels, Even after couple thousand kilometres (2500km) they are still quite true and no issues so far!
Installation:
Tubeless rim take was applied twice (as suggested by them) and it's keeping the fluid inside so far. center lock disc brakes had no issues. Make sure, to also order long valves or valve extensions. But of course, there is not much benefit in deep wheels, maybe 0,5km/h faster, tops 1 km/h in good conditions (Side wind). I would opt for a smaller rim next time, so I can swap the inner tube in emergency situations better and don't have to deal with long valves. Hubs: Hub spins good, but like other commenters found out, the noise is not really pleasant. If you can, try to opt for a better quality Hub (DT Swiss etc.) instead, which ELITE also can build the wheel with.
Purchased: 2022-02-09
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Variants
| Configuration | Rim Depth | External Rim Width | Weight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38mm | 38 mm | 28 mm | 1,633g | |
| 50mm | 50 mm | 28 mm | 1,681g | |
| 55mm | 55 mm | 31 mm | 1,774g | |
| 60mm | 60 mm | 28 mm | 1,829g | |
| 82mm | 82 mm | 31 mm | 2,002g | |
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