ENVE Composites SES Wheel

No, the ENVE SES wheels feature a hookless bead design, which requires the use of tubeless-ready tires. You can still run them with sealant and a tubeless setup, but they are not designed for traditional clincher tires with inner tubes.

With an internal rim width of 25mm, these wheels are optimized for wider road tires, typically ranging from 28mm to 32mm. This wider profile improves rolling efficiency and provides better handling stability on varied road surfaces.

While the SES series is primarily engineered for road speed and aerodynamics, the durable carbon construction and wider internal rim width make them capable of handling light gravel or rough pavement. However, they are optimized for road geometry and may not be the best choice for aggressive, technical gravel terrain.

The hubs are versatile and compatible with Shimano HG11 Road, Shimano Micro Spline, and SRAM XDR cassettes. You will need to ensure you select the correct freehub body option for your specific drivetrain when setting up your bike.

The SES rim profile is specifically engineered to balance aerodynamic efficiency with stability. While a 56mm depth is deep, ENVE's shaping helps maintain predictable handling, though you may still feel some side-force in very gusty conditions compared to a shallower rim.