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New Launch: Light Travel Cycling 215 & 235 Precision Ultra-Light Road Hubs – Redefine Power Transfer

Light Travel Cycling officially unveils two new flagship road hub models: the LTC 215 Hub and LTC 235 Hub. Engineered with aerospace-grade materials and high-precision machining, the new hubs focus on ultra-lightweight construction, instant-response ratchet engagement, and long-lasting durability.

Light Travel Cycling AM30 All-Mountain Carbon Wheelset

330g Ultra-Light Weight & 130J Impact Resistance Redefine Trail Standards

Unveiling the Secrets of Ultra-Light Carbon Fiber MTB Rims

The weight of a carbon fiber wheelset is determined by the rims, spokes, and hubs. Today, let's dive into the weight reduction secrets hidden within the rims themselves.

Ultra-light carbon spokes: Ti.C-2.1g, Al.C-3.5g for road/MTB

Engineered ultra-light carbon spokes in two specs. Check weight, stiffness, tensile strength and durability data to pick ideal parts for road, MTB and gravel bikes

Wheel Building: Spoke Length Calculation Tools & Tips

Struggling to get spoke length right for your custom wheels? We review the DT Swiss and Prowheelbuilder spoke calculators, and show you how to measure ERD accurately on ultralight carbon rims – helping you succeed on the first try.

4 Essential Maintenance Tips for Ultralight Carbon Wheels | Light Travel Cycling

Factory-recommended guide from Light Travel Cycling. Learn to clean carbon rims, adjust spoke tension, maintain bearings, and inspect tires – keep your ultralight wheelset performing like new.

Carbon Road Bike Wheels Buying Guide

Struggling to choose the right carbon road bike wheels? This Carbon Road Bike Wheels Buying Guide provides real-world tested front and rear wheel combinations for three key scenarios: climbing, 50% flats + 50% rolling hills, and pure flat terrain. Each recommendation includes weight, weight limit, spoke material, and product links.

Tubeless Tire Pressure Guide: Complete Reference Chart

Want to get the best performance from your tubeless tires? This article provides a complete tire pressure chart for road, gravel, and mountain bikes, with precise PSI recommendations based on rider weight, tire width, and surface conditions, plus special tuning tips for ultra-light carbon wheelsets.

Hookless vs Hooked Rims: Comprehensive Comparison & Selection Guide

Confused about Hookless and Hooked rims? Can regular clincher tires fit hookless rims? Why most mountain and gravel hookless rims have a pressure cap below 40 psi?

The Ultimate Tire Size Chart for Bicycle Rims

Based on ETRTO (European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation) standards and real-world test data, this chart helps you quickly select the safest and best-performing tire width for your rim’s inner width. Incorrect matching may lead to poor handling, increased puncture risk, or even tire blow-off.

Rim Finish & Weave – What You Need to Know

The rim's surface finish and weave pattern only affect the outermost layer. Beneath that layer, all our rims use unidirectional (UD) carbon fibers for strength and lightweight performance. So, when you choose a finish or weave, it's more about aesthetics than performance – though some options add unique character

Get a single wheel for replacement or DIY.

Yes, you can purchase most of our wheels individually, with a few important points to note.