Shimano WH-RS700-C30-TL Carbon Wheelset

The WH-RS700-C30-TL wheelset by Shimano – faster, stiffer, lighter
The Shimano WH-RS700-C30-TL wheelset on Ultegra level replaces the Ultegra WH-6800 wheels. It is a carbon aluminium model for rim brakes that can be ridden without a tube thanks to UST technology and impresses with a stiffer yet lighter construction. The hubs of the WH-RS700 provide rapid acceleration, but weigh less than the hubs of the predecessor. Of course, the tried and tested Shimano cup-and-cone bearings are used, which are characterised by smooth running and durability. The rear wheel was laced according to the OptBal pattern, i.e. 14 of the 21 spokes are on the drive side and 7 on the non-drive side.
Specifications:Application:RoadWheel Size:28″Tyre Type:clincher tyreNumber of Spokes:16 (front), 21 (rear)Brake Type:rim brakeTubeless System:TL/USTTechnical Information – Rim:Type:offset (rear)Rim Flange:with hookDimensions (ETRTO):15-622Inner Width:15 mmOuter Width:20.8 mmDepth:24 mm (front), 31 mm (rear)Valve Hole Diameter:SV/Presta (6.5 mm)Rim Material:carbon, aluminiumTechnical Information – Front Hub:Over Locknut Dimension:9 x 100 mm quick releaseBearings:cup & coneBody Material:aluminiumTechnical Information – Rear Hub:Over Locknut Dimension:10 x 130 mm quick releaseBearings:cup & coneBody Material:aluminiumFreehub Body Material:steelTechnical Information – Lacing:Front Lacing Pattern:radialRear Lacing Pattern:OPTBAL (2:1)Spoke Type:bladed / double buttedSpoke Size:280.5 mm (front), 273 mm/297 mm (rear l/r)Spoke Material:stainless steelNipple Material:aluminiumApproved For:Air Pressure (max.):8 barsRecommended Tyre Width:23 – 32 mmFeatures:wheelset at Ultegra levelefficient accelerationhighly stiff and lightweightlayered tubeless carbon laminatewelded rim jointrear offset rimsmooth surfaceCBN precision machined bearings with contact sealaluminium hub axles (length 108 mm front, 141 mm rear, 16 mm diameter)painted rimsanodised hub shellquick release lever made of aluminium (quick release length 133 mm front, 163 mm rear)tubeless rim tape required (incl.)Technology:Cup and Cone Bearings
Angular contact ball bearings of the cup & cone type are superior to sealed cartridge bearings in terms of load carrying capacity, as they distribute lateral and vertical forces better, and thus run particularly smoothly and last a long time. They are also easier to adjust, maintain and replace.

OPTBAL
Shimano OPTBAL is an asymmetric rear wheel lacing pattern that uses more spokes on the drive side than on the non-drive side. Symmetrical 1:1 lacing in combination with modern, wider-dimensioned cassettes can lead to uneven spoke tension, which puts excessive stress on the right-hand spokes. Spokes are more likely to break or nipples to come loose. OPTBAL counteracts this, balances the spoke tension and thus increases the stiffness, stability and durability of the wheel.
Colour Info:black:
Rims: black (carbon)Hubs: blackSpokes: blackNipples: blackModels:28″ set (front 9×100 + rear 10×130) Shimano:
Freehub:Shimano RoadGearing:8-/9-/10-/11-/12-speedNote:Assembly of 8-/9-/10-speed cassettes on Shimano Road freehub bodies requires a 1.85 mm spacer.Manufacturer Number:E-WHRS700C30FRLContents:1 x Shimano WH-RS700-C30-TL wheelset (front & rear)2 x tubeless rim tape2 x quick releases