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2-YEAR WARRANTY | EXPRESS DELIVERY | CRASH REPLACEMENT
Built for riders who enjoy pushing their limits on inclines, and agonise over every gram of weight on their bike, the Grimpeur is our lightest, shallowest carbon wheelset. For those who love the sensation of flying upward, powering through switchbacks with the summit in sight.
As part of the Classics range, the Grimpeur comes with a Two-Year Warranty.
| Grimpeur | Front | Rear |
|---|---|---|
| Rim depth | 41.0mm | 41.0mm |
| Max rim width | 29.5mm | 29.5mm |
| Internal rim width | 22.5mm (hooked) | 22.5mm (hooked) |
| Hub model | Parcours road rim | Parcours road rim |
| Drive mechanism | - | Star ratchet (36T) |
| Bearing size | 2 x 6803 | 1 x 6803 + 1 x 17287 / 1 x 6802 + 1 x 15267 (freehub) |
| Weight | 575g | 720g |
| Spoke model | Alpina Ultralite Aero | Alpina Ultralite Aero |
| Spoke lacing | Radial | 2-cross (DS/NDS) |
| Spoke length | 270mm | 278mm (DS) / 282mm (NDS) |
| Recommended valve length | 60mm | 60mm |
- Wheelset
- Parcours carbon-specific brake pads
- Tubeless tape
- Tubeless valves
- User guide
- Tyres
- Inner tube or sealant
- Cassette
Tyre:
- Min:25mm
- Optimal: 25-28mm
- Max: 33mm
Some older brake calipers may have clearance issues with wider rims. Brake track with on this wheelset is 27.9mm, ensuring compatibility with the latest generation of brake calipers, offering up to 28mm of clearance.
If you have any concerns regarding clearance, please contact us.
As part of the Classics range, the Grimpeur comes with a Two-Year Warranty.
All wheelsets are also eligible for our Crash Replacement Policy cover
As soon as your order ships, you will receive an email notification with tracking details.
Delivery times (estimated):
- UK: 1-2 working days
- EU: 3-5 working days
- US & Canada: 4-6 working days
- Rest of the World: 5-10 working days
For full details please refer to our Shipping Policy
Overall rating: 4.75 / 5 from 4 reviews.
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Yes very pleased with these,
"Yes very pleased with these, the quality was perfect, initial inspection all fine as I was anxious as I've had wheels from another brand that had signs of damage or spoke issues straight out of box, but these were perfect, and quality of carbon moulding also was faultless. Bearings all fine, needed one or two initial rides to free then up slightly but now run as good as the DT Swiss 240s in my other wheelset. 1290gms on the dot, and look good too. No complaints here and all looks good so far."
I switched from carbon wheels
"I switched from carbon wheels with an inner width of 19mm. The wide rim has a huge effect, with vibration absorption, rolling resistance, and grip (especially when cornering) improving dramatically. These wheels are high-spec, with excellent weight and aerodynamics, but they are a bit expensive. I would like to find wheels about half the price, even if they are a bit heavier and have round spokes (for my wife!). I have reviewed these wheels on my blog. https://yamatake-bike. jp/glimpeur41mm-1/ https://yamatake-bike. jp/glimpeur41mm-2/"
Received this new wheelset extremely
"Received this new wheelset extremely well packed and immediately struck by the quality and look of these, awesome freewheel buzz. They fitted beautifully on my dura ace 9000 caliper setup with some tweaking of the brakes being their width. These wheels ride stunningly well, made up with my purchase 👍"
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"These new rim brake wheels might be the best in history"
With a name like Grimpeur, you know straight away this is a wheelset for the climbers. Those who ride an extra hill rep just because they can, or add in a hilly detour on the way home because the view is better from the top, our lightweight wheelset isn't just about easing the suffering on the way up but enjoying the ride down too.
Featuring an all-new wider rim profile, the Grimpeur is the perfect modern all-rounder for a rim brake setup. The 41mm rim depth delivers a significant aerodynamic benefit, greater than many mid-depth rim designs whilst the sub-1,300g wheelset weight is class-leading for a steel-spoked build.
Aerodynamically optimised for a modern 25-28mm tyre, the Grimpeur wheelset isn’t just a lightweight set to be ridden at hill climbs, it’s a versatile all-round performer. The 29.5mm external width brings the design right up to date with a 22.5mm hooked internal rim offering the best compatibility with a wider tyre.
The Parcours textured brake surface improves rim braking performance through an industry-standard high TG resin, providing reliable and consistent braking in all but the rainiest conditions.
