These are the 10 carbon MTB wheels with the best quality-price ratio

It is proven that If you want a lighter bike, one of the most effective component changes is to lower the weight of the wheels. They are the heaviest set of components on the bike and the largest in rotation. So a replacement with lighter ones will multiply that lightness effect compared to other ‘fixed’ components, such as the seat post, saddle or handlebars.

But this great gain in lightness, in addition to other benefits of carbon fiber such as absorption or resistance They have a main counterpart, the price. Therefore, to help you in your search for the ideal carbon wheels for your mountain bike, we have surveyed the market to offer you wheel models with the best quality-price ratio of the moment.

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10 quality carbon wheels for your MTB at the best price

(Price per pair of wheels mounted)

1

Oquo MP30TEAM

€1,299

Wheels for Robust, rigid and light wheels with a 30 mm rim width, asymmetrical and hookless design (without hooks on the flanks) and Oquo hubs with internal DT Swiss Ratchet technology. Compatible with Shimano Micro Spline and SRAM XD cores. Weight: 1,505g/pair.

2

Fulcrum Red Zone Carbon

From €1,434

A model well established in the market, somewhat less sophisticated than the + version, but loaded with technology and a wide range of compatibility with SRAM (XD) / Shimano (HG11 and Micro Spline 12) transmissions. Lightness and reactivity on climbs along with vertical absorption and resistance for descents and technical sections. Total reference in fiber wheel for MTB Cross Country. Weight: 1,445g/pair.

3

Race Face Next R 31

From €761

It is a model with a 31 mm throat and was launched several seasons ago focused on Trail and Enduro. And they are currently discounted on the Race Face website from 825 dollars (761 euros at the exchange rate) in 27.5” diameter. A great opportunity to improve your 27.5” bike at the best price with high quality standards, or lighten the rear wheel of your MTB mullet. In 29” they are still offered at their ‘standardized’ price of 1,650 dollars (1,520 euros). Weight: 1,680 g/pair.

4

Bontrager Kovee Elite TLR 30

€999.98

A set with very good quality-price ratio from the Trek components firm. It is built with an elite level OCLV carbon rim, Rapid Drive 108 XC hubs with fast engagement and 30 mm internal width. Compatible SRAM XD 11 and 12 v core and tubeless ready. Covered with a lifetime warranty. Weight: 1,585g/pair.

5

Roval Control 29 Carbon

€1,300

The most economical Roval Control for XC reduces the weight of the pair below 1,500 g, maintaining much of the technology and design of the competition SL. The hubs are DT Swiss 350 Straight-pull with internal Start Ratchet system and the internal width is 29 mm. Weight: 1,450 g/pair.

6

Giant XCR 2 29

€1,100

Another attractive price option with the quality seal of Giant composites. It is hookless, 29” and tubeless ready, with 25 mm internal width, Giant hubs and Sapim spokes among other notable features. It is also compatible with Shimano HG and Micro Spline and SRAM XDR cores. Weight: 1,639g/pair.

7

Speedsix Earth Black

From €1,095

Speedsix is ​​a brand to consider if you are looking for carbon wheels at a reasonable price. These Earth Black offer performance and lightness, with an internal width of 27 mm (33 external), Speedsix hubs with F-Ratchet system, Sapim Laser spokes and compatibility with Shimano’s 11 and 12 v cassettes, in addition to the 12 v of SRAM (XD) and Cannondale Lefty hubs. Weight: 1,425g/pair.

8

Prototype Carbon Zero

€1,065

Prototype is synonymous with lightness, aesthetics and performance. And these Carbon Zero also have it at a somewhat more affordable price. They feature an internal rim width of 25 mm with a hookless asymmetric profile, FSL 3.0 hubs, J Bend type spokes and aluminum nipples. Compatible with Lefty hubs and SRAM XD hubs, Shimano HG 11 v / Micro Spline 12 v. Weight: 1,560 g/pair.

9

Syncros Silverton 1.0

€1,699

The most expensive wheel set on this list, the affordable alternative to Nino Schurter’s Silverton SL. Its higher cost is worth it for the quality of its assembly, measurements and performance for XC. The internal width is 30 mm (full compatibility with 29×2.4 tires), hookless type, DT Swiss 370s Ratchet 36 hubs and the inclusion of 50 mm tubeless valves. Weight: 1,525g/pair.

10

Duke Lucky Jack SLS4

From €1,474.10

We finish with another quality model used in competition by the BH Coloma Team riders, among others, which stands out for its customization in assembly and aesthetics. You can even customize the color of the valves, or the internal width (28 and 30 mm options). Weight: from 1409 g / pair.