Newmen’s STREEM sequence of aero wheels supply the anticipated aero shaping in quite a lot of depths, however the brand new Superior SL R.42 mannequin makes use of a distinct rim to optimize aerodynamics for wider 30-32mm tires.
Thankfully, it retains essentially the most distinctive characteristic, their inner valve stem that’s invisible on the entire wheel…
Known as the Aero Valve, it’s a brief tubeless valve stem, too brief to protrude previous the rim’s profile. The included instrument feeds the threaded nut in by the entry gap on the surface, snugging the valve to the rim like regular…simply, hidden.
It comes with an adapter that you simply’d stick in your saddle bag or jersey pocket to inflate the wheel like regular, simply thread it into the opening and onto the valve stem. However when you’re able to journey, small rubber plugs cowl the opening for an ultra-clean look with no valve stem to create uneven turbulence. (Test their video to see it)
Don’t wanna mess with that? Use the included reducers and adapters to put in normal tubeless valve stems or tubes. Tubeless rim tape comes pre-installed with sealant within the field.
They’ve been raced at Paris-Roubaix and Strada Bianca.
The edges have a 21mm inner width and hooked, tubeless-ready profile. They’re 42mm deep, making them an aero all-road, cobble-ready choice, however with 21 spokes entrance and 24 rear, they’re not meant for full offroad gravel.
The hubs are Heart Lock solely, utilizing a 36t pawl system that’s designed to run with diminished noise. Spokes are double-butted Pillar Wing, they usually have a wholesome 130kg rider+bike most weight restrict. Claimed weight is 1,410g (630g entrance, 780g rear), MSRP is €740 (entrance) and €840 (rear).
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