R.A.T Through Axle Wheels Suggestions

Lukeaerowallace

Hi Everyone,

I've recently purchased the new Focus Mares Ax 2.0 2015 (http://www.primera-sports.com/products/ ... 23371.aspx) and I am interested in buying a new set of wheels.

I am unsure however what wheels would be suitable for the RAT thru axle system. I am generally looking for a tubeless ready set of wheels that can cope with both general cyclocross training and the odd race (using the original Focus wheels for commuting) that come under the price of £400/500.

Does anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks Everyone

ugo.santalucia

Are you sure if thru axle? A friend of mine just bought a Focus CX disc and it's QR...

Anyway... hope PRO 2 on velocity Aileron rims laced with Sapim Race is the best you can get with your budget

Monty Dog

15mm front and 12mm rear through-axles - Hope Pro 2 hubs with rims of your choice e.g. Pacenti CL25 on offer from Planet-X is a good deal.

Lukeaerowallace

Thank you everyone for the response, all help is appreciated.

Apart from building custom wheels, which does sound appealing are there any pre build/branded wheels people woudl recommend?

Ive looked myself and have seen there are multiple options from stan notubes, but, are their any other brands people would recommend?

ugo.santalucia

Lukeaerowallace wrote:

Ive looked myself and have seen there are multiple options from stan notubes, but, are their any other brands people would recommend?

Notubes or Superstar will possibly sell you a slightly cheaper and lighter set of wheels built by some underpaid worker in China who hates his job... and it generally shows...