First Look: SRAM Goes Hookless on New RISE 60 Wheels 4

SRAM's carbon RISE 60 wheels get new hubs and new rims for 2015. Built for XC and trail riders, the RISE 60 now utilizes a hookless rim design that results in a wheel that’s lighter, stronger and more resistant to impacts. The inner width of the rim is now wider, too. Included with the wheels is a branded sticker kit for customization.

Specifications

• Intended use: XC and Trail
• Available in wheel sizes: 27.5” and 29”
• CARBON TUNED rim for tubeless clinchers
• Hookless rim design
• Customizable decal kit
• WIDE ANGLE profile - 21mm internal width
• DOUBLE TIME ratchet mechanism
• SPEEDBALL bearings
• SOLO SPOKE
• Convertible to different axle types
• Available with PREDICTIVE STEERING front hub
• Available in XD or 10-speed driver body
• Weight for the pair: 27.5" – 1,390g, 
29" – 1,430g (lightest configuration)

The new rear hub uses a straight-aligned, 4-pawl design that turns the 26-tooth ratchet ring into 52 points of contact. The result is 6.9-degree engagement without reducing tooth size or offsetting internal geometry.

Pricing and Availability

29” wheels will be available in November 2014, and 27.5" wheels will follow in January 2015.

Visit www.sram.com for more details.