The new Bontrager Aeolus RSL 37, PRO 37, Elite 30, Elite 50 wheels

As part of the presentation of its new Emonda, Trek unveils the arrival of new Bontrager wheels. Four new pairs for disc braking, with the Aeolus RSL 37 TLR, Aeolus PRO 37 TLR, Aeolus Elite 35 TLR and Elite 50 TLR, referring to their rim depth and their compatibility with Tubeless technology.

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Following the presentation of its new Emonda SL and SLR models, Trek unveiled its brand new range of Bontrager Aeolus wheels, “designed to offer the optimal lightness of carbon wheels to every cyclist, from professional racers to weekend adventurers“.

The new Aeolus wheels are manufactured using Bontrager’s advanced OCLV carbon layup process. Stable and proven, the Aeolus models aim to offer “free speed without added weight“. The new Aeolus carbon wheel models are available in three levels to offer riders more options in terms of performance and pricing: Aeolus RSL (Race Shop Limited), Aeolus Pro, and Aeolus Elite.

Made from Bontrager’s finest OCLV carbon, the ultra-light 37mm deep Aeolus RSL 37 TLR wheels (1,325g per pair) feature an entirely new rim shape, with the aim of making them “faster than deeper wheels, and lighter than shallower wheels while maintaining the same stability“. Compared to their predecessors, the new shape is 30% deeper. Thus, Trek claims wheels that are “11% faster than before“, and “55 g lighter than previous models“.

“We designed and manufactured the Aeolus RSL 37 for the professionals of the Trek – Segafredo team“, said Graham Wilhelm, Director of Wheels and Tires at Bontrager. “These are racing wheels par excellence: they are the lightest aerodynamic carbon road wheels ever designed, bringing speed and confidence to every bike ride“.

With the same entirely new rim shape and design as the RSL model, the Aeolus Pro 37 TLR also provides the latest advances in technology, speed, and weight at a more contained retail price.

The Aeolus Elite 35 and Elite 50 models complete the new range. These high-quality, high-performance wheels are designed with fast and proven D3 shapes, offering more riders access to the “lightness, look, and responsive ride of carbon wheels“. Aeolus Elite wheels are available with rim depths of 35 mm and 50 mm.

Like all Bontrager carbon wheels, the entire Aeolus range is guaranteed for life. In addition, they are covered by the Carbon Care program: specifically, if the cyclist damages their wheels while using them within the first two years of purchase, Bontrager will replace them. The new Aeolus wheels are available now through Trek’s global network of dealers and online at trekbikes.com in select countries.

Technical specifications:

Aeolus Elite 35 TLR
– OCLV Carbon offering an ideal compromise between lightness, stiffness, and durability.
– The D3 Dual Directional Design profile reduces drag at the leading edge of the tire and rim.
– Tubeless Ready (TLR) rims allowing a quick transition to a tubeless system.
– OCLV carbon rim with a 35 mm width (27 mm external width, 19.5 mm internal width), Grand Strada spokes, and alloy spoke nipples.
– Centerlock disc hubs, with 12 mm thru-axle front and rear, Bontrager 24 engagement points, 3-pawl hub.
– Compatible with Shimano 10/11-speed and SRAM 10/11-speed freehubs, 12-speed freehub body available separately.
– Includes TLR rim strip, TLR valve, and valve core removal tool
– Lifetime warranty, no rider weight limit
– Weight: 725 g front / 940 g rear
– Price (US): $429.99 front / $469.99 rear

Aeolus Elite 50 TLR
– OCLV Carbon offering an ideal compromise between lightness, stiffness, and durability.
– The D3 Dual Directional Design profile reduces drag at the leading edge of the tire and rim.
– Tubeless Ready (TLR) rims allowing a quick transition to a tubeless system.
– OCLV carbon rim with a 50 mm depth (27 mm external width, 19.5 mm internal width), Grand Strada spokes, and alloy spoke nipples.
– Centerlock disc hubs, with 12 mm thru-axle front and rear, Bontrager 24 engagement points, 3-pawl hub.
– Compatible with Shimano 10/11-speed and SRAM 10/11-speed freehubs, 12-speed freehub body available separately.
– Includes TLR rim strip, TLR valve, and valve core removal tool.
– Lifetime warranty, no rider weight limit.
– Weight: 770 g front / 980 g rear
– Price (US): $429.99 front / $469.99 rear

Aeolus PRO 37 TLR
– OCLV Pro carbon offers an ideal compromise between lightness, stiffness, and durability.
– An entirely new 37 mm width brings the benefits of aerodynamics to a lightweight design.
– Tubeless Ready (TLR) rims allowing a quick transition to a tubeless system.
– OCLV carbon rim with a 37 mm width (28 mm external width, 21 mm internal width), DT Aerolite spokes, and DT Pro Lock spoke nipples.
– Centerlock disc hubs, with 12 mm thru-axle front and rear, DT Swiss 350 engagement points, 18-pawl hub.
– Compatible with Shimano 10/11-speed and SRAM 10/11-speed freehubs, 12-speed freehub body available separately.
– Includes TLR rim strip, TLR valve, and valve core removal tool.
– Lifetime warranty, no rider weight limit.
– Weight: 685 g front / 820 g rear
– Price (US): $579.99 front / €719.99 rear

Aeolus RSL 37 TLR
– OCLV RSL Carbon is lighter and stronger, allowing for faster and more stable rim profiles.
– RSL optimized the 37 mm width for more speed, stability, and lightness.
– Tubeless Ready (TLR) rims allowing a quick transition to a tubeless system.
– OCLV carbon rim with a 37 mm depth (28 mm external width), DT Aerolite spokes, and DT ProLock spoke nipples.
– Smooth-rolling, ultra-light DT Swiss 240s with 36-tooth Ratchet EXP.
– Compatible with Shimano 10/11-speed and SRAM 10/11-speed freehubs, 12-speed freehub body available separately.
– Centerlock disc hubs, with 12 mm thru-axle front and rear, convertible to QR and 15 mm.
– Includes TLR rim strip, TLR valve, and valve core removal tool.
– Weight: 600 g front / 725 g rear
– Price (US): $1,149.99 front / $1,249.99 rear

Contact: www.trekbikes.com

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