Race Face Next SL Mountain Bike Wheelset
Best lightweight upgrade for dedicated cross country and trail riders.
These carbon wheels prioritize a balance of low weight and high durability for cross-country and trail riders. With rapid hub engagement and a crash-replacement warranty, they offer a reliable, high-performance upgrade that handles technical climbs and descents with ease.
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Who it's for
- Cross-country racers seeking maximum efficiency on steep ascents
- Endurance riders wanting to reduce fatigue during long days
- Technical trail riders requiring quick engagement in tight sections
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious cyclists looking for the best value per dollar
- Aggressive gravity riders who frequently encounter large drops and rocks
- Remote bike packers who need easily serviceable components
Performance breakdown
Climbing Efficiency
Low rotational weight makes steep ascents feel noticeably less demanding.
Hub Engagement
120 points of engagement provide immediate power transfer on technical climbs.
Lateral Stiffness
Unidirectional carbon layup delivers precise tracking through aggressive, high-speed corners.
Durability Assurance
Comprehensive lifetime warranty including crash damage offers immense peace of mind.
Setup Simplicity
Tubeless-ready design makes tire installation quick and reliably airtight.
Ride Compliance
Carbon construction effectively dampens trail chatter for a smoother ride quality.
Key Specs
Wheel Size
29 inches
Weight
1578 grams
Front Axle
110x15mm Boost
Rear Axle
148x12mm Boost
Internal Rim Width
26mm
External Rim Width
31mm
Brake Compatibility
6-bolt disc
Hub Engagement
120 points
Material
Carbon fiber
Tubeless Ready
Yes
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