Roval Rapide CLX III

The all-new Roval Rapide CLX III wheels flip aero convention on its head for unmatched speed across any course. Up front, a deep-profile rim slices air where it matters most. Out back, a lower-profile rim and carbon spokes shave 215g, unlocking explosive acceleration and razor-sharp control. And with FlatStop Bead Hooks requiring 39% more force to flat you’ve got best-in-class protection to go full gas all the way to the line. Get there fast, every time, on any course with Roval Rapide CLX III.

At a Glance

• Use: Road Racing & Riding
• Weight: 1,305 grams
• Hub & Engagement: DT Swiss 180 EXP internals, 36T
• Rim Depth: 51mm front, 48mm rear
• Spokes: 18F / 24R Carbon
• Tire Size: Optimized for 28mm

Wheels sold individually (front or rear).

Technical Specifications

Rims

• Front Rim: Rapide CLX Team Carbon Clincher, 700c (CR2470)
• Front Rim Dimensions: Depth: 51mm, External Width (at widest point): 35mm, Internal Width: 21mm, Bead Hook Width: (5.5)mm
• Rear Rim: Rapide CLX III Carbon Clincher Rear, 700c (CR2471)
• Rear Rim Dimensions: Depth: 48mm, External Width (at widest point): 31.3mm, Internal Width: 21mm, Bead Hook Width: (4.1)mm
• Rim Construction: Carbon Clincher Hooked
• Wheel Size / ETRTO: 622 × 21 (700c)
• Hole Count: Front: 18H, Rear: 24H
• Tubeless Compatibility: Yes
• Insert Compatibility: Yes
• Brake Compatibility: Disc (Centerlock)
• Valve Stem Length: Roval Tubeless Valve, Alloy 70mm

Hubs

• Front Hub: Roval Low Flange Road Hub, Center Lock, 12x100mm, 19mm OD End Caps Installed (LF18-F)
• Rear Hub: Roval Low Flange Road Hub, Center Lock, 12x142mm, (LF19-R)
• Front Hub Bearing: DT Sinc Ceramic Bearings - DS: 6802 (15 x 24 x 5 mm), NDS: 6802 (15 x 24 x 5 mm)
• Rear Hub Bearing: DT Sinc Ceramic Bearings - DS:1526 (15 x 26 x 7 mm), NDS: 6802 (15 x 24 x 5 mm)
• Rear Freehub Body: DT Swiss Ratchet EXP (36T): Sram XD-R

Spokes & Nipples

• Front Spokes: Roval by Arris, Composite Aero Spoke with Ti End Pieces: T-head, 18qty, (DS: 264mm, NDS: 274mm)
• Rear Spokes: Roval by Arris, Composite Aero Spoke with Ti End Pieces: T-head, 24qty, (DS: 277mm, NDS: 273mm)
• Front Lacing Pattern: Two-Cross / Radial (2:1), Not Tucked
• Rear Lacing Pattern: One-Cross / Three-Cross (2:1), Not Tucked
• Nipples: Arris MK4 Spoke Nipple Alloy, 6 mm

Tire Info

• Approved Tire Widths: 24mm-38mm
• Max Pressure: Tubeless (110psi) Tubed (130psi), 36mm-38mm: Tubeless (60psi) Tubed (60psi)
• Tire Type: Clincher Tubeless and Clincher Tube Type
• Tubeless Tape Width: 25mm
• Design Tire: RapidAir TLR, 28mm

Weight

• Front Weight: 600g (with valves and tape)
• Rear Weight: 705g (with valves and tape)
• Wheelset Weight: 1,305g (with valves and tape)

General

• Extras: 4 Extra Spokes and Nipples, Roval Wheel Bag, Shimano HG 11/12-Spd. Road Freehub & end Caps (rear wheel only)
• E-bike Approved: No
• Certifications: ISO 5775-2, UCI Approved
• Weight Limit: 275 lbs. / 125 kg.
• Assembly Method: Hand Built
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty