Why have four different wheel series?
While most brands tend to take a one size fits all approach, we want to cater to the needs of each individual rider. For this reason, we have decided to offer three different options at three different price points. Let’s explore the differences.
What are the similarities and differences between them?
The main differences come down to weight, lateral stiffness, and weight limits. For information about how the wheels objectively compare to one another, please visit our comparative testing page.
The Hyperlight Series
Released in February, 2026, the Hyperlight series wheels come in two variants, the RCX Hyperlight and GCX Hyperlight. The RCX series only features one wheelset, the RCX27 Hyperlight. It has been designed to be the ultimate hill climb wheelset. Coming standard with 4th generation spokes and SR1 hubs, the weight is only 835 grams a pair. This makes them one of the lightest tubeless ready wheelsets commercially available. Please note that these wheels have a 90kg system weight limit.
The GCX Hyperlight comes in 45mm and 52mm rim depths, weighing just 955 and 995 grams a pair. This makes them the World's lightest commercially available road/gravel wheels. They can also be combined into a mixed depth wheelset, weighing 975 grams. They also come standard with SR1 hubs and 4th generation spokes. They are currently being tested by our sponsored UCI Continental pro teams. GCX Hyperlight wheels have a conservative 100kg weight limit, making them on par with our Ultralight series wheels.
These super light weight wheelsets were only made possible due to the use of cutting edge carbon layups and more exotic carbon fibers. What makes the Hyperlight wheelsets unique is that despite their lightweight, they are laterally stiffer than our Light series wheels and nearly rival the Team series. This makes the wheels perfect for racing.
Achieving such high stiffness and impact resistance at such a low weight is what makes the Hyperlight series truly unique. They offer extremely low inertia, as rotational weight from rims and spokes is the most effective place to lose weight off your bike.
The Ultralight Series
Our Ultralight rims are some of the lightest road and gravel wheels currently available, but unlike many super light wheels out there, these are designed with safety in mind. Just like the Hyperlight series wheels, Ultralight wheels can survive strong impacts. If you and your bike are under 100kg, this wheelset series can give you a more comfortable ride feel. Ultralight series wheels are our most compliant, offering better comfort. RCX33, RCX45, RCX50 Ultralight wheels are currently being raced by our two sponsored UCI Continental pro cycling teams, Victoire Hiroshina and Citymesh - Customm. In 2026, they will be raced in 12 UCI World Tour races.
While our lightest wheelsets with 4th gen carbon spokes, the GCX and RCX series start at just 975 and 985 grams for the pair respectively. The truth is that there are other sub-1kg wheelsets out there, but they are essentially purely hill-climb wheels and are not suitable for everyday riding. Our wheels are all designed with strength and practicality in mind. We also see great importance in rider safety, and that is why we use an impact test standard higher than competitors in the industry and use conservative weight limits.
Ultralight wheels come with the SR1 hub option, which features upgraded ratchets, a choice between TPI steel and ceramic bearings with improved sealing and tighter tolerances, and aerospace aluminum alloy rather than more traditional hub alloys.
The Light Series
While our Light series wheelsets are a step down in performance, they are by no means entry-level or even amateur wheels. These pack a serious punch. They can accommodate heavier riders up to 120kg and can cater to the needs of stronger sprinters who prefer stiffness over light weight. Their weight is still very respectable.
Since Light series wheels have a less complex manufacturing process, they are not as expensive to manufacture. As a result, they are priced $200 less for the pair as compared to the Ultralight wheelsets. They are a good middle ground for riders who do not want the highest performing wheels.
The Team Series
Team series wheels start at just $999 for the pair, making them some of the best value carbon spoke wheels out there. The rims are relatively simple to make from a manufacturing point of view as they use a more traditional carbon fiber layup. They can accommodate riders up to 140kg, and they have the best lateral stiffness. This does come with a weight penalty and a reduction in comfort, however. For this reason, we also offer RCX and GCX Team wheels, which offer all of the same stiffness benefits while being significantly lighter.
Lastly, the reason why we call these Team version wheels is because sponsored teams in general have to make sure they stay above the UCI weight limit of 6.8kg. Since most of the top riders use lightweight carbon frames, groupsets, forks, etc., they need to keep the weight low, but not too low. In some cases, however, some riders will prefer lighter weight wheels and heavier frames for lower inertia or heavier wheels for 2000+ watt sprints!
The RCX45, 50, and 60 Team wheels will also be raced by our sponsored pro team, Citymesh - Customm.
In Summary
No matter what wheelset you choose, you can’t go wrong. Please remember that each wheelset does have a maximum system weight, including rider, bike, and accessories. If you are on the limit, we recommend choosing the heavier option.