best fixed gear rims Wabi Sub-15 Superlight Race Single Speed-Fixed Gear Wheelset, 1475g

best fixed gear rims Wabi Sub-15 Superlight Race Single Speed-Fixed Gear Wheelset, 1475gNote: These wheels are no longer available for individual sale. They will be phased out in favor of a new wheelset that will be slightly heavier but feature wider rims and greater load capacity. The Wabi Sub 15s, at 1475 grams, are likely the lightest alloy 700C single speed fixed gear wheelset available, balancing performance and style. They feature low flange hubs, aero profile rims with a silver machined braking surface, a 20h radial front, and 24h

Note: These wheels are no longer available for individual sale. They will be phased out in favor of a new wheelset that will be slightly heavier but feature wider rims and greater load capacity.

The Wabi Sub-15s, at 1475 grams, are likely the lightest alloy 700C single speed-fixed gear wheelset available, balancing performance and style. They feature low-flange hubs, aero-profile rims with a silver machined braking surface, a 20h radial front, and 24h cross-laced double-butted spokes. The specially-designed fixed/fixed hubs, deeper than standard, easily accommodate freewheels for both single speed and fixed riding.

This wheelset includes rim tape, one lockring, one fixed cog spacer, and an Origin8 chain tensioner (color chosen from drop-down menu).

Specs

• Super light: 1475g/set (704g front, 771g rear) with rim tape and wheel bolts
• Aero-profile rims with silver machined braking surface.
• Low flange hubs with silky smooth sealed bearing hubs.
• FX/FX rear flip-flop hub can take freewheels or fixed cogs.
• Bolt-on hollow axle design that is also quick-release compatible.
• 14/17 double butted stainless spokes (20 radial spokes front, 24 2-cross pattern rear).
• Aluminum spoke nipples. 
• 100mm front, 120mm rear axle widths.
• 12.6mm internal rim width.
• Recommended tire widths: 20mm to 32mm.
• Hand finished pre-stressing and truing.
• Includes rim tape, one lockring, and fixed cog spacer. 

Notes

• These wheels are rated for 225 pounds (including cargo). 
• Given these are ultra-lightweight, low spoke count wheels, we recommend avoiding unnecessary stress - curb hops, bombing through potholes, etc. - if you want to avoid more frequent trueing.
• IMPORTANT: These wheels require rear dropouts that are at least 5mm thick. You'll need to use the provided chain tensioner to ensure the proper clamp if they are less than 5mm (or just at 5mm). See our installation page for more info.
• Due to the varying thickness of fixed cogs, we recommend using the provided fixed cog spacer when installing a fixed cog to ensure a tight fit between the cog and the lockring. If you need a second spacer, let us know.
• These wheels are only for 120mm rear dropout widths (OLD) and can't be used or adapted for wider dropout widths like 126mm.

Installation

See our installation page for guidance, including torque recommendations. Replacement wheel bearings are also available. 

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