Reynolds has rolled out three new lightweight carbon wheelsets, all touting the same 25mm profile with the top-tier model tipping the scales at a feathery 1251 grams.
All three sets of hoops feature a hooked, tubeless-ready design, along with the same 21mm internal and 30mm wide rim, which depending on where the wheel sits in the hierarchy of models, spin on either Industry Nine Torch, Sun Ringlé Super Bubba X or Sun Ringlé SRX hubs.
Reynolds breaks the wheels down into three categories, AR, Blacklabel Expert and Blacklabel Pro, which in addition to their respective hubs, are further differentiated by the carbon lay-up process, with the Blacklabel Pro representing the most premium version.
The AR 25, Blacklabel 25 Expert and Blacklabel 25 Pro, sell for $1450, $1900 and $2300, respectively, which all come with a lifetime warranty and are available with Shimano HG, SRAM XDR, or Campagnolo N3W freehubs.
Here’s how the models breakdown:
AR 25
Features:
• Features Reynolds CR3 rim design for unmatched ride quality and durability at a lower price point
• NEW DET 2 profile maintains class-leading stability while improving outright speed and aerodynamic versatility
• 21mm TL channel for superior tire fit and compatibility with contemporary tire designs, optimized for 28-30mm tires
• New Reynolds/Ringle SRX road hub with improved durability and performance, 100% CNC machined with a 3-pawl FHB and 12° engagement.
Specifications:
- RIM TECHNOLOGY: CR3 TL
RIM DEPTH: 25mm
RIM WIDTH: 21mm
HUBS: NEW Reynolds/Ringle SRX Road DB,
100% CNC machined,
12° engagement, 3 pawl
BRAKE INTERFACE: CL
FRONT AXLE: 12 x 100 TA (15 x 100 TA available)
REAR AXLE: 12 x 142 TA
FH BODY: Shimano HGR 11spd, SRAM XDR,
Campy N3W
SPOKES: Sapim Sprint
NIPPLES: EXT Brass
HOLE COUNT: 24/24
SIZE: 622
WEIGHT: 1,432g (set)
INCLUDED: Tubeless tape (installed), Brass tubeless valve stem
Blacklabel 25 Expert
Features:
• Designed using RAV design philosophy, our new DET 2 profile maintains class-leading stability while improving outright speed and aerodynamic versatility
• Reynolds CR6 laminate design and enhanced resin system reduces rim weight while maintaining durability and power transfer.
• 21mm TL channel for superior tire fit and compatibility with contemporary tire designs, optimized for 28-30mm tires
• New lighter Ringle Super Bubba X road hubs carrying on the tradition of
Ringle durability, quality and performance, fully CNC machine with quick 4° engagement.
Specifications:
- RIM TECHNOLOGY: IDM CR6 TL DET2
RIM DEPTH: 25mm
RIM WIDTH: 21mm
HUBS: Reynolds/I9 Torch Road DB,
100% CNC machined,
6° engagement, 3 pawl
BRAKE INTERFACE: CL
FRONT AXLE: 12 x 100 TA (15 x 100 TA available)
REAR AXLE: 12 x 142 TA
FH BODY: Shimano HGR 11spd, SRAM XDR,
Campy N3W
SPOKES: Sapim CX-Ray
NIPPLES: INT Alloy
HOLE COUNT: 20/24
SIZE: 622
WEIGHT: 1,251g (set)
INCLUDED: Tubeless tape (installed), Alloy tubeless valve stem
Blacklabel 25 Pro
