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Build Your Falcon WHEELSET WR45 DISC

All wheels are 100% customizable at Light Bicycle. If your preferred specs are not listed, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com) with your special requirements described.


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WHEELSET SPECS

RIMS

Our Pro series comes with a 5-year warranty (lifetime optional), while the non-pro with a 3-year warranty and crash replacement.

  • Rim Model WR45 disc
  • Material Toray T700 & T800 Premium Carbon Fiber
  • Size 29”/700C (ETRTO 622mm)
  • Series FALCON
  • Intended Use CX/Gravel
  • Bead Type Clincher
  • Tubeless Capable Yes
  • Inner/Outer Width 25mm/32mm
  • Depth 45mm
  • ERD 549mm (not including nipple head dimension)
  • Rim Weight Standard 450+/-15g, Flyweight 408+/-15g
  • Profile Symmetric (0mm)
  • Max Cyclist Weight (on flat ground) Standard 135kg/ 298lbs, Flyweight 90kg/ 198lbs
  • Spoke Hole Angle ±9°
  • Spoke Tension 120~135kgf front disc side and rear drive side
  • Max Tire Pressure (with 28C) Hook: 80psi/ 5.52bar, Hookless: 65psi/ 4.48.bar
  • Recommended Tire Width 28C~50C

Read more for actual road tire width

HUBS

We keep in stock the most popular axle sizes and colors of some well-liked hub models. If you want a special order, feel free to contact us (sales@lightbicycle.com).

  • Model DT SWISS 180, DT SWISS 240 EXP, DT SWISS 350, Industry Nine 1/1, Chris King R45D, Industry Nine Solix, Carbon-Ti X-Hub, Bitex BX312F / BX312R, Onyx Vesper
  • Front Axle Size 12 / 100mm, 15 / 100mm, QR / 100mm
  • Rear Axle Size 12 / 142mm, QR / 135mm
  • Driver Body Shimano Road 11S, Shimano Road 11S Alloy, Sram XDR Alloy, Sram XDR, Shimano Micro Spline Road Alloy, Campy 11S Alloy
  • Hole 24H, 28H

OTHER PARTS

Leave a note at checkout or contact us if you want spare spokes or nipples.

  • Spokes Sapim CX Ray, Pillar Aero X-TRA 1420, Pillar Wing 20 in Oil Slick Color (For Bitex Hub only), Sapim CX Sprint-Rear drive side/ CX Ray-Other sides, Sapim D-Light, Sapim Race
  • Nipples Aluminium Black, Aluminium Red, Brass Oil slick, Brass Black, Aluminium Silver, Aluminium Blue, Aluminium Gold, Aluminium Green, Aluminium Lime, Aluminium Orange, Aluminium Purple

TECH

As one of our widest road rims designs, the WR45 is the answer for the gravel rider trying to squeeze out every aerodynamic advantage from their setup

Designed with racing in mind, the WR45 features a deep U-shape profile that cuts through crosswinds and decreases lateral resistance. With a 45mm deep and stiff profile, the WR45 is designed for experienced bike handlers looking for an aero edge or larger riders.

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WARRANTY

For Non-Pro Series Rims: From the date of purchase, 3-year Standard Warranty.

For Pro Series Rims: From the date of purchase, 5-year Pro Warranty as standard and an upgraded optional lifetime Premium Warranty with minimum charge.

Crash Replacement: It is applicable with the same period as the warranty time range that you purchased for the rims with 10% /25% discount for Non-Pro series /Pro series.

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WHAT IS IN THE BOX

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As one of our widest road rims designs, the WR45 is the answer for the gravel rider trying to squeeze out every aerodynamic advantage from their setup

Designed with racing in mind, the WR45 features a deep U-shape profile that cuts through crosswinds and decreases lateral resistance. With a 45mm deep and stiff profile, the WR45 is designed for experienced bike handlers looking for an aero edge or larger riders.

  • Overview

    As one of our widest road rims designs, the WR45 is the answer for the gravel rider trying to squeeze out every aerodynamic advantage from their setup

    Designed with racing in mind, the WR45 features a deep U-shape profile that cuts through crosswinds and decreases lateral resistance. With a 45mm deep and stiff profile, the WR45 is designed for experienced bike handlers looking for an aero edge or larger riders.

  • Specs

  • Tech

  • Warranty

  • In The Box

Jim : My second set of WR45s. Fantastic wheels. Light, fast, durable. I'm in the process of ordering a third pair.
United States
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Tomas : I have been researching a carbon wheelset for 2 years until I finally pulled a trigger on these WR45. Since my frame can take up to 35mm tires, 32mm external width is a great way to future-proof your bike. The bike feels way different compared to alloy wheels, it accelerates way faster, it holds its line when descending and honestly looks way cooler. It is though sensitive to wind but still very bearable. I would not recommend pairing it with 28mm tire. GP5000s were really hard to mount and I had to use tire levers. I have just switched to 32mm and it is way different story, no levers needed. Huge benefit is being able to customize these wheels with spokes and hubs, I opted for dt swiss 240exp and sapim cx rays for wide availability of spare parts. Customer service was flawless and wheels arrived approx. 4 weeks after placing the order.
Czech Republic
1
Light Bicycle : Rims: WR45 Disc Standard Hook UD Matte 24/24H External Hole With Drain Holes No Access Holes Hubs: Chris King R45D Midnight Blue 12/100mm 12/142mm J-bend Center lock 24H 45T Shimano Road 11S Spokes: Sapim CX Ray Black J-bend Nipples: Sapim Brass Black External
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Peter : Couldn’t be happier with this Lightbicycle wheelset. Great quality, looks sharp, and rides well.
United States
1
Daniel : I recently added the WR45 Wheels to my Cannondale SuperX - fantastic set of wheels and great value. I weigh almost 100kg and take this bike most places including some great MTB trails in Singapore - overall I highly recommend it! I am about to order a second pair so I can set it up for road rides.
Singapore
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Miguel : The wheels are built like a tank. They're light and stiff, but can take a great deal of beating. I'm sure I'll have them for a long time. :)
Australia
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Wayne : Put a set of WR45s on my gravel bike and couldn't be happier. Built up with DT 350's for durability and have put a couple thousand miles on them. I did BWR NC with this setup and it flies down the road and is still tough enough for the rough stuff.
United States
1
William : WR45 rims, matte UD finish with gloss black decals and no access holes, DT350 hubs, Pillar spokes. A great set of wheels. I run 32mm GP5000's tubeless and they mount up and hold air easily with no tape. Judging from how fast I go downhill they seem to be a pretty good aero combo.
United States
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COMMENTS

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Cam 2023/08/13

Hi, I'm looking at the WR45 wheelset and considering normal rim vs flyweight. Would the flyweight option be suitable if used for bikepacking, with the extra overall weight of the system? Cheers Cam


LightBicycle 2023/08/14

Hi Cam, Thanks for reaching out! May I know the weight within bike-packing in total? I send you an email, please check it. Looking forward to your reply : ) Lightbicycle


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Andrew 2022/06/28

Hi Light Bicycle, I was loooking at the Falcon Wheelset WR45 with DT Swiss 240 hubs. I was hoping to get 32 spoke count on the rear wheel and 28 for the front but this does not appear as a an option in the configuration. Could you please advise me if this configuration is available and please sent through a quote to my email address. Cheers Andrew


LightBicycle 2022/06/28

Hi Andrew, We could supply DT 240 EXP road disc font 24H rear 28H hubs for WR45 Gravel wheelset 700C . Is it okay for you? Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Thomas 2022/06/05

I'm looking for a lightweight wheelset that could be used for gravel races which might also have a high percentage of tarmac, so a deeper wheel section is also preferred. My weight fluctuates between 70-73kg, and I would like to run a 45c tire. Would the WR45 disc set with a flyweight build be a good option for me, and if so, what would the recommended spoke count be?


LightBicycle 2022/06/06

Hi Thomas, Yes, WR45 road disc 700C would be a good option for you based on your description. The flyweight rim is recommended for riders under 90kg. So I think it should be no problem. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Sean 2020/11/12

Do you have any of the Pilar spokes in rainbow color? If not, what color do you have?


LightBicycle 2020/11/13

Hi Sean, Yes, we do have colored spokes available, we will have to special purchase for you if you need it. Have you figured out the full wheelset configurations that you plan to have yet? If not, maybe I can help? But I will have to learn more about your needs and riding conditions. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Calum 2020/06/11

Hi, I’m checking out the 700c WR45 disc Wheelset options. With the flyweight rim and the carbon ti hub, is it possible to increase the spoke count to 28 or 32 spokes? Thanks


LightBicycle 2020/06/12

Hi Calum, Yes, we can get 28H or 32H spoke count Carbon-Ti hubs for you if you want. The reason why we only have 24H online is that most people after the super lightweight of Carbon Ti hubs, tend to get fewer spoke count to get the wheelset road disc lighter. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Jeff 2020/02/10

Considering the hooked vs hookless have the same internal width, which would recommend for a road bike? I don’t mind running tubeless tires, so that isn’t an issue. Would hookless rims and tubeless tires hold up in tight cornering crit races? I think the tire shapes out better on hookless rim, so I’m leaning that way.


LightBicycle 2020/02/11

Hi Jeff, If you are planning on running high pressure (more than 80psi, less than 130psi), you should go with the hook version to hold the tires on. If you will only run under 80psi, hookless would be ok for the condition. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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Anton 2020/02/10

I'm interested in something with at least 45mm depth, 23-28 internal width, external isn't as important, whatever is strong. Also want 32 spoke holes per wheel, what do you have for me, please send an email. Thanks, Anton


LightBicycle 2020/02/10

Hi Anton, We have below road disc rims 700C close to your specs. Which do you prefer? WR45: width 25mm inner/32mm outer, 45mm deep WR50: width 25mm inner /32mm outer, 50mm deep. It is okay to order 32spoke count. Don't worry. Thanks, Lightbicycle


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