PI ROPE wheelset 29″ FADE 6-hole Crazy Jack 6TERS SLS3 30/27 mm | Black Premium Edition
A light and stable all-mountain wheelset with textile spokes, can that work? So far, there have been many approaches from well-known manufacturers, but all of them have produced unsatisfactory results. The young and extremely innovative think tank PI ROPE from Chemnitz, Saxony, has made the impossible possible in cooperation with the Technical University of Chemnitz. The result is a textile spoke made of braided Vectran synthetic fibers.
The material is extremely robust, resistant to aging and weathering, and has better mechanical properties than its steel counterpart. The tensile strength and damping is many times higher, but the weight of the fibers is five times lower. This offers optimal conditions for a very light but nevertheless hard-wearing wheel, as the rotating masses are minimized in the important outer areas and the flexibility of the Vectran textile spokes prevents permanent, plastic deformation at high peak loads.
Thanks to the new, black PI PROTECT coating of the Vectran yarn before the braiding process, the properties of the textile spokes are improved. The treated surface not only looks good, it also offers better UV protection and reduces the impact of adverse weather conditions. In addition, the abrasion resistance against external damage, such as that caused by stones and branches on the trail, increases. Mechanical loads that occur are better absorbed and ensure greater durability. The resulting increase in rigidity is particularly noticeable when cornering. Another plus, the processing of the textile spokes, could be qualitatively optimized again.
The hubs, which can accommodate the special ends of the PI ROPE spokes, were specially developed in cooperation with the well-known component manufacturer NEWMEN. The long-lasting bearings are pressed in precisely and stress-free at the factory, so that the often tedious adjustment of the axial bearing clearance is no longer necessary. This has increased the level of user-friendliness. The design of the freewheel is completely different from the previous model. The goal was low noise. The result was the FADE ratchet system. 3 pawls engage in a new type of tooth profile. To increase durability, the diameter was enlarged and the individual pawls were short and wide. Thus, the resulting forces are distributed over a larger area and the hub is even released for e-bikes and tough enduro use.
The installed DUKE Crazy Jack SLS3 6TERS rims are the flagships of the French manufacturer’s all-mountain rims. Different profiles were designed for the front and rear wheel in order to be able to offer the perfect rim for the respective installation location. A light, stiff rim is used on the front wheel, which offers optimum steering precision and perfectly supports the tire. The rear wheel, on the other hand, is fitted with a slightly narrower, robust rim in order to be comfortable and accelerate efficiently. Both are designed with an asymmetrical profile, which allows a more even angle of attack of the spokes. Optimizing this angle brings with it a multitude of advantages. The spoke tension can be adjusted on both sides, which is beneficial to the durability of the entire wheel. In addition, the lateral rigidity increases significantly. Technical specifications:
Area of intended use : All Mountain, E-Bike
Wheel size: 29″ (ETRTO: front: 622 x 30 mm – rear: 622 x 27 mm)
Rim Type: Clincher (clincher and folding)
Brake type: only for disc brake
Material hub: aluminum, steel
Material rim: UD carbon
Material spoke: Vectran synthetic fiber
Inner width rim: front: 30 mm – rear: 27 mm
Outer width rim: front: 36 mm – rear: 34 mm
Rim height: front: 22 mm – rear: 20.5 mm
Number of holes: 28 holes (per rim)
Spokes: 56x Pi ROPE Vectran PI Protect textile spokes / straight pull (black)
Axle standard front: 15×110 mm thru axle type BOOST
Rear axle type standard: 12×148 mm thru axle BOOST
Brake disc mount: 6-hole (IS2000)
Front bearing : Industrial deep groove ball bearing
bearing at the back: industrial deep groove ball bearing
Freewheel compatibility: 9-, 10-, 11-speed MTB Shimano | SRAM, 11-, 12-speed SRAM XD or 12-speed Shimano Micro Spline
Freewheel type: 3 pawls, 36 detents
tubeless capable: yes
recommended tire width: 50-64 mm
Maximum system weight: 120 kg (rider, bike, clothing and possibly luggage)
Finish rims: UD carbon, satin finish
Color spokes: black
Color hubs: black, logos – grey
Weight according to the manufacturer: 1365g
Weight weighed: Scope of delivery:
1x PI ROPE wheelset 29″ FADE 6-hole Crazy Jack 6TERS SLS3 30/27 mm | Black Premium Edition
1x spare spoke
1x tube of care oil for textile spokes
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