FFWD F3R FCT Carbon Wheelset with DT Swiss 350 Straightpull Hubs - Tubular - 2018 - matte black

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Symbolic picture: For illustrative purposes the product is shown in another color or variation.

The F3R is low-profile full carbon wheelset. With a 30mm rim-depth the F3R offers an ideal and versatile combination of aerodynamics and handling in all conditions. The rims are handmade in the Netherlands of High-Tensile TC35 carbon. This gives the rims very high strength with sufficient stiffness.

The front wheel features 20 radial Sapim CX-Ray straightpull spokes and the rear wheel features 24 double crossed straightpull spokes to ensure optimum stiffness and a lossless power transmission. The 7075 aluminum DT Swiss 350 hubs offer the same performance as their even higher quality relatives, but have slightly less weight-optimized components and thus offer the same reliability at a significantly lower price. Compatible with Shimano and Campagnolo 9/10/11s cassettes.

All rims are molded with a process FFWD calls ECOM (Equal Compression). This means that the rims are molded with a custom-made air bag that has the inner shape of the rim. This makes sure that the pressure/compression is equal on the entire inner surface of the rim. Result is a practically void less rim section and a smooth wall on the inside of the rim. Without voids, the carbon sheets are completely fused into one system. The rim structure is much better and you can make the rim lighter and stronger. FFWD works closely with industry partners such as SwissStop for development and testing brake surfaces and brake pad compositions. The most rims are built differently and require different brake surface compositions. FFWD evaluated the best options for each type of wheel and found ways to further improve them. The result is the Confidence Brake Technology (CBT). Each CBT equipped wheel delivers vastly improved stopping power by 30% and provides the rider with consistent, reliable and responsive braking control in all conditions.

Advice: Carbon rims can only be used with special brake pads. These are including in delivery.

All FFWD wheels are handmade and tested by the manufacturer, thereby small traces can be caused to the surface.