SRAM is officially entering the MTB wheel market with the new RISE 40 aluminum and RISE 60 carbon wheels. Both are available in 26" and 29" varieties. From what we can tell, a lot of engineering went into these bad boys. While they are primarily geared toward XC racers and riders, we've got a hunch that SRAM has something in the works for the gravity crew, too, but that's just speculation...
RISE 60:
The RISE 60 wheelset was designed with the performance XC and marathon rider in mind. Trademark asymmetric carbon fiber rims, Sapim CX-Ray spokes and exclusive hub and pawl designs integrate seamlessly with your ride to boost speed, strength and engagement while ensuring low inertia and explosive acceleration.
Weight per pair* 26”: 1330g 29”: 1420g
Rim material Carbon fiber and HS resin
Spoke count (front and rear) 24 - stainless steel - 2 cross
Hub shell material Aluminum
Driver body material Aluminum
Axle compatibility Front: QR and 15x100 Rear: QR and 12x142
RISE 40:
For the practiced XC rider with the next level in sight, RISE 40 offers the optimal balance of performance factors—and price. From the lightweight aluminum rim to the uncommonly durable hub, each component of the system brings out the best in the rest to activate the full potential of every ride and every rider.
Weight per pair* 26”: 1710g 29”: 1840g
Rim material Aluminum s-6000
Spoke count (front and rear) 24 - stainless steel - 2 cross
Hub shell material Aluminum
Driver body material Steel
Axle compatibility Front: QR or 15x100 Rear: QR or 12x142
*Weight is announced for the lightest configuration. QR and rim tape not included. Weight variation: +/- 5%
Visit the RISE page on www.SRAM.com for a closer look at the science behind these exciting new wheels.
10/6/2011 4:41pm
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