LightSpeed Wheelset Hoop 60MM Rim Brake
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What Is It?
The LightSpeed Wheelset Hoop 60mm Rim Brake (LS-60) is a high-performance 700c carbon road wheelset designed for rim brake bicycles. Featuring 60 mm deep carbon rims, it is built to maximise aerodynamic efficiency while maintaining stiffness and responsiveness for fast road riding, criteriums, time trials, and triathlon.
The wheelset uses a Shimano HG-compatible freehub, lightweight bladed spokes, and sealed bearing hubs to provide smooth rolling performance and reliable power transfer.
Key Benefits
- 60 mm Carbon Aero Profile: Deep-section rims reduce aerodynamic drag for improved speed on flat and rolling terrain.
- Lightweight Carbon Construction: Offers an excellent balance of stiffness, weight, and ride quality.
- Rim Brake Compatible: Specifically designed for traditional road rim brake bicycles.
- Sealed Bearing Hubs: Smooth rolling with reduced maintenance requirements.
- Bladed Aero Spokes: Improve aerodynamic performance while maintaining wheel stiffness.
- Shimano HG Freehub: Compatible with Shimano and SRAM HG road cassettes.
- Race-Ready Performance: Suitable for training, racing, triathlon, and fast group rides.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product | LightSpeed LS-60 Rim Brake Wheelset |
| Wheel Size | 700C (ETRTO 622) |
| Rim Material | Carbon Fibre |
| Rim Depth | 60 mm |
| Brake Type | Rim Brake |
| Tyre Type | Clincher / Tubeless Ready (model dependent) |
| Freehub | Shimano HG |
| Hub Bearings | Sealed Cartridge Bearings |
| Spokes | Aero Bladed Stainless Steel |
| Axle Compatibility | Quick Release (100 mm Front / 130 mm Rear) |
| Recommended Use | Road Racing, Triathlon, Time Trial |
Exact specifications such as internal rim width, weight, and tubeless compatibility may vary slightly depending on the production batch.
Compatible Components
The LightSpeed LS-60 Rim Brake Wheelset is compatible with:
- 700C road bicycles with rim brakes
- Quick-release road frames and forks (100 mm front / 130 mm rear)
- Shimano HG 8, 9, 10, and 11-speed road cassettes (depending on supplied freehub and spacer configuration)
- Clincher tyres
- Tubeless tyres (if supplied as a tubeless-ready version)
- Carbon-specific rim brake pads (recommended for carbon braking surfaces)
Who Is This Best Suited For?
The LightSpeed LS-60 Rim Brake Wheelset is ideal for:
- Road racers
- Triathletes
- Time trial riders
- Fast recreational cyclists
- Riders upgrading from aluminium wheels to improve aerodynamics
- Cyclists riding predominantly on flat or rolling terrain
