PACOIMA, Calif. (BRAIN) — Vuelta's new Team SL 37 wheels feature an aggressive, aerodynamic rim profile, lightweight alloy hubs with sealed cartridge bearings, quality straight-pull steel aero spokes, distinctive graphics, and 11-speed drivetrain compatibility in a low-spoke-count design.
The new wheels retail for $399.99.
The wheels are being launched as an upgrade set for club riders, racers or triathletes who are looking for a good value in a performance wheel.
The 6061 alloy rims have a sleeved construction and are 20 millimeters wide and 37 millimeters deep. They have CNC-machined brake tracks.
The straight-pull 4-millimeter bladed steel aero spokes are mated to plated brass nipples and have a 2-cross lacing front and rear. There are 12 spokes front and 16 rear. The stealth black finish is set off with a Vuelta graphics package. The cassette body is SRAM and Shimano 11-speed compatible, and an adapter ring for 8-, 9- and 10- speed drivetrains is included.
Also included are alloy quick-release skewers and nylon rim strips. Front wheel weight is 797 grams, rear wheel weight is 945 grams.
More information: vueltausa.com.
