WTB is betting heavy on bigger mountain bike rims and tyres by introducing four new wide-profile rims and a new plus-sized tyre, as seen at the Taipei Cycle Show.
The brand hasnât forgotten how to make light things, either â it's also releasing two new carbon fibre rims and a featherweight saddle.
Ci24 carbon rim
Spearheading the collection for this season is the new Ci24 carbon rim, which will be offered in both 27.5in (414g) and 29in (420g) diameters.
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According to WTB product manager Chris Feucht, the draw of the new rim isnât its weight but rather the apparently noticeably snappier and more responsive feel that comes as a result of its extra stiffness compared to an aluminium hoop.
The new carbon fibre Ci24 rim is light but also supposedly very tough
Asym aluminium rims
Bridger 3in tyre
SL8 saddle
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