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Stan’s the Man: Tubeless Carbon Rims and Fat Bike Wheel Prototype

I dropped in on Stan’s No Tubes at Interbike Wednesday and got a sneak peak at the latest from the company: carbon rims and a new fat bike wheel prototype. Many riders know Stan’s for their tubeless conversion kits, rim tape, and tire sealant but the company also sells a line of lightweight wheels that’s …

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On Review: NOX Composites XCR-29 Carbon Rims

Several years ago carbon fiber scared most mountain bikers, who tended to think carbon was just for road bikes and too light and fragile for beating on it in the woods.  However, advances in design and manufacturing over the last several years have resulted in carbon components that are stronger, stiffer, and more durable than …

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Review: SUNringle Charger Pro SL Wheels

With all of the media hubbub constantly surrounding carbon components, we tend to forget the traditional materials. SUNringle has not forgotten, and has continued to produce lighter and lighter aluminum wheels. For those who are interested in aggressive trail riding, enduro, or all mountain riding, the new Charger Pro SL may be the perfect wheelset for …

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Review: Easton Haven Carbon 26″ Wheels

A rather large set of boxes appeared on my door step that, curiously, weighed next to nothing. Perplexed, I opened them to reveal a set of ultra-lightweight Easton Haven Carbon 26in wheels. Did I die and go to heaven!? For those of you who are trying to build up an enduro / trail bike into …

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Mavic Crossmax SLR 29 MTB Wheel Set Review

The Crossmax SLR 29 wheel set from Mavic is a lightweight set of hoops that rides surprisingly stiff out on the trail. How do they do it? It all starts with expert construction. Construction One of the first things you’ll notice about the Crossmax SLR wheels are the spokes. The Zircal bladed spokes look like …

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