Born from the development of its latest M Series and inspired by the proven durability of its AM30, the new XC28 wheelset brings ENVE’s carbon expertise to cross-country and trail riders alike who want a durable, high-end performance set of wheels at a more accessible price.
RACE-READY, TRAIL-TOUGH
“Optimized around a 2.4” tire, the XC28 borrows shaping cues from the M5 and M6 to strike the ideal balance of compliance and control. The result is a wheel that tracks confidently through rugged sections while maintaining the efficiency and responsiveness XC riders demand,” says ENVE.
FOUNDATION: WHERE PERFORMANCE MEETS PRACTICALITY
ENVE’s Foundation line is built on the same principles as its premium wheels, and the XC28 is no exception. Riders get hallmark ENVE technologies, including Wide Hookless Bead for pinch-flat protection and Molded Spoke Holes for maximum strength and durability, wrapped into a package designed for performance and value. In addition, a simplified laminate allows the American brand to deliver a cost-effective carbon wheelset without compromising the ride quality and durability ENVE is known for.
E-MTB READY
Approved for e-MTB systems up to 75 Nm, the XC28 brings ENVE’s lightweight carbon performance to modern low-power electric mountain bikes. Its reduced rotating mass boosts efficiency and extends range, while the INNERDRIVE hub’s oversized ratchet and bearing system handles the added demands of e-assist, delivering reliable performance and long-term durability.
RIM TECHNOLOGIES: WIDE HOOKLESS BEAD
Potholes and unforeseen impacts are part of life, but that doesn’t mean they need to ruin your ride. The XC28 features ENVE’s patent-pending Wide Hookless Bead, which is a design element at the leading edge of the rim that dissipates impact energy and reduces the likelihood of pinch flatting your tubed or tubeless tire. Featuring a 3.8mm wide leading edge, the XC28’s rim helps reduce pinch flats by over 50% over atraditional bead design.
RIM TECHNOLOGIES: MOLDED SPOKE HOLE
ENVE’s patented process of molding spoke and valve stem holes results in rims that are stronger and lighter. Because carbon fiber gets its strength from continuous fibers, ENVE routes the fibers around the hole without cutting them, increasing the strength of each spoke hole. This technique pays large dividends in the final product by allowing for a lighter spoke facewhile improving rim strength. Because of this process, ENVE’s spoke holes are capable of maintaining higher spoke tensions, greatly reducing the risk of spoke pull-through and the need to constantly true your wheels.
Lastly, ENVE products are warranted to be in conformance with material and workmanship specifications. Items deemed eligible for coverage under the ENVE limited Lifetime Warranty will be replaced or repaired at the discretion of ENVE for the defined period from the date of purchase for firsthand original owners, from the date of the original product’s manufacture for secondhand owners. Product registration is recommended to expedite ENVE Limited Lifetime Warranty service.
Additionally, if you exceed the limits of your product while riding, racing, crashing, or driving your roof-mounted bike into the garage – don’t worry, ENVE has your back. Protection begins from the date of purchase and product registration is highly recommended.
The new XC28 wheelset sells for $1400.00, which is available with either an XD or Microspline freehub body.
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