Deep Section Aluminum Rims

You are getting some seriously good wheels for your money here.

Deep section aluminum rims.

Carbon fiber rims provide the best benefit of a deeper aero profile without the weight penalty of an aluminum rim. Deep section rims are built from carbon fiber because aluminum rims of equivalent height would be very heavy and could not be rolled into a circle without wrinkling. Carbon rims can be built much deeper than aluminum rims but with much less weight than a similar profle aluminum rim. Deep section rims range from around 30 mm.

These are heavier but are cheaper than a complete carbon rim owing to lower manufacturing and development costs. The deep section rims are based around the d2 rim shape which the brand says offers the best aero performance in both head and crosswinds. Some deep section wheels feature a carbon fairing placed over an aluminum rim. Both wheels come in at a weight of a little less than 1800 g.

It comes in a black anodized finish. Deep section aero wheels offer some of the biggest speed gains you can find along with your helmet and clothing. If you want to go deeper you are better off with the latest generation carbon. The rim is made from durable alloy and measures 23 mm wide and 37 mm deep.

The pacenti sl23 and kinlin xc279 are in the sweet spot for aluminum rims. The new dt swiss prc 1400 spline clincher wheels come with deep section 65mm rims for aerodynamic efficiency. The 3t accelero wheels are equally adept at meeting the demands of racing and training. Choose wheels from 13 inch to 26 inch diameters select lightweight aluminum or high strength steel construction and complete the look with polished matte or chrome finishes.

If you want the rim deep for aero you don t need to go that deep. Wide and rounded is best.