Race XC MTB Wheelset
<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Race XC rim strikes the perfect balance between durability and performance making sure every ride is better than the last. The 6069 T6 alloy (sleeved) rim features a 24mm internal width to provide support during hard cornering or when throttling through techy sections. Optimized for 2.0 - 2.3" tyres. It may be light but the Race XC won't hold you back.</i>
<h1>Weight</h1><i>Mountain bikers aren't concerned about weight, right? Nope! Whether you're doing a back-country epic or pedalling between stages, we have paid attention to weight to suit the type of riding they will be subjected too. For example, using the highest quality Pillar triple butted spokes with PSR (Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement) has allowed us to not only create a stronger wheel with a higher spoke count, but one which does not add a weight penalty.</i>
<h1>New center lock option</h1><i>We now offer the Race XC Wheelset with a center lock hub. Select the center lock option when choosing your wheel size.</i>
<h1>Front Hub</h1><i>Suited to match the needs of the modern trail bike rider. Featuring durable bearings and 7075-T6 series alloy axles to increase stiffness. These hubs have been selected based on their ability to perform on the most aggressive trails.</i>
<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Durability is a theme for HUNT as time and money you spend fixing is time and money you cannot spend riding or upgrading your bikes. As a result, we've developed the <em>H_CERAMIK</em> coating to provide excellent durability and protect against cassette sprocket damage often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.</i>
<h1>Spokes</h1><i>We have chosen top of the line, straight pull Pillar Spokes for excellent torsional strength and power transfer. Not only are these spokes extremely lightweight, they are also able to provide a greater degree of elasticity when put under increased stress. The Pillar Spoke Reinforcement (PSR) puts more material at the spoke head to prevent failure in this stress area.</i>
<h1>Rim Bed</h1><i>Like all of our wheels, the Hunt MTB line-up is designed to be used as a tubeless system. Featuring a H-Lock rim bead with 'up-kicks' to the shoulders of the rim bed secures your tyre when seated. This prevents side-to-side movement reducing the chance of burping your tyre. It creates a great rim-well seal for first installation and easy sealing of tubeless tyres. Still haven't made the switch? All our wheels are tube compatible as well.</i>
<h1>Made for how and where you ride</h1><i>Enhanced to perfectly compliment your riding, the Race XC is for those rides which you don't want to end.</i>
<h1>Tubeless Tyres Fitted</h1><i>Gain the most out of your riding with a set of tubeless Schwalbe Tyres fitted and set up tubeless with sealant ready to roll straight out of the box.</i>
<h1>Dream Build</h1><i>Isla Short's Orbea Oiz Team Edition with Hunt Race XC</i>
<h1>In the Box</h1><ul><li>Black Shield PET high tensile strength tubeless tape fitted to wheels.</li><li>Freehub fitted</li><li>Tubeless Valves</li><li>Spare of each spoke plus nipples</li><li>Quality control card signed by your wheel builder</li></ul>
Race XC MTB Wheelset
<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Race XC rim strikes the perfect balance between durability and performance making sure every ride is better than the last. The 6069 T6 alloy (sleeved) rim features a 24mm internal width to provide support during hard cornering or when throttling through techy sections. Optimized for 2.0 - 2.3" tyres. It may be light but the Race XC won't hold you back.</i>
<h1>Weight</h1><i>Mountain bikers aren't concerned about weight, right? Nope! Whether you're doing a back-country epic or pedalling between stages, we have paid attention to weight to suit the type of riding they will be subjected too. For example, using the highest quality Pillar triple butted spokes with PSR (Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement) has allowed us to not only create a stronger wheel with a higher spoke count, but one which does not add a weight penalty.</i>
<h1>New center lock option</h1><i>We now offer the Race XC Wheelset with a center lock hub. Select the center lock option when choosing your wheel size.</i>
<h1>Front Hub</h1><i>Suited to match the needs of the modern trail bike rider. Featuring durable bearings and 7075-T6 series alloy axles to increase stiffness. These hubs have been selected based on their ability to perform on the most aggressive trails.</i>
<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Durability is a theme for HUNT as time and money you spend fixing is time and money you cannot spend riding or upgrading your bikes. As a result, we've developed the <em>H_CERAMIK</em> coating to provide excellent durability and protect against cassette sprocket damage often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.</i>
<h1>Spokes</h1><i>We have chosen top of the line, straight pull Pillar Spokes for excellent torsional strength and power transfer. Not only are these spokes extremely lightweight, they are also able to provide a greater degree of elasticity when put under increased stress. The Pillar Spoke Reinforcement (PSR) puts more material at the spoke head to prevent failure in this stress area.</i>
<h1>Rim Bed</h1><i>Like all of our wheels, the Hunt MTB line-up is designed to be used as a tubeless system. Featuring a H-Lock rim bead with 'up-kicks' to the shoulders of the rim bed secures your tyre when seated. This prevents side-to-side movement reducing the chance of burping your tyre. It creates a great rim-well seal for first installation and easy sealing of tubeless tyres. Still haven't made the switch? All our wheels are tube compatible as well.</i>
<h1>Made for how and where you ride</h1><i>Enhanced to perfectly compliment your riding, the Race XC is for those rides which you don't want to end.</i>
<h1>Tubeless Tyres Fitted</h1><i>Gain the most out of your riding with a set of tubeless Schwalbe Tyres fitted and set up tubeless with sealant ready to roll straight out of the box.</i>
<h1>Dream Build</h1><i>Isla Short's Orbea Oiz Team Edition with Hunt Race XC</i>
<h1>In the Box</h1><ul><li>Black Shield PET high tensile strength tubeless tape fitted to wheels.</li><li>Freehub fitted</li><li>Tubeless Valves</li><li>Spare of each spoke plus nipples</li><li>Quality control card signed by your wheel builder</li></ul>

HUNT Race XC MTB 29 Wheelset

1517g Width int size
24 mm 29"

Our lightest alloy Race XC wheelset weighs in at an incredible 1517g a pair!

Ultra-low weight 24mm wide rims perfectly engineered for use with modern XC tyres. FEA developed, lab-tested and race-proven.

Tyre size: Optimized for 2.1" to 2.35" tyres; work well with 2.0" up to 2.5" tyres.

HUNT RACE XC WIDE WHEELSET REVIEW: RACE PERFORMANCE FOR UNDER $500?

HUNT Race XC Wide mountain bike wheelset looks to strike a note with performance-driven and cost-conscious riders.
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The Purpose _

The Purpose _

Building on everything we learnt with the XC Wide; the Race version takes things even further. Saving nearly 150g whilst not sacrificing any strength, this is the perfect choice for when you're attacking both the ups, and downs, at race pace. With 24mm internal 6069-T6 alloy (+69% tensile strength vs 6061-T6) rims they are no flexy featherweights- built to handle the demands of today’s rocky and rooty XC courses or be fitted to the new breed of long-legged “downcountry” bikes. With 5° RapidEngage Hubs and excellent torsional strength from Pillar's PSR Straight Pull Spokes, they'll make every pedal stroke count when it's needed most.

KEY FEATURES_

Rims

The Race XC rim strikes the perfect balance between durability and performance making sure every ride is better than the last. Featuring a 24mm internal width to provide support during hard cornering or when throttling through techy sections.

Hubs

Durability is a theme for HUNT as time and money you spend fixing is time and money you cannot spend riding or upgrading your bikes. With 5° RapidEngage hubs to make every pedal stroke count and H_CERAMIK coating for increased durability and strength.

Spokes 

We have chosen top of the line, straight pull Pillar Spokes for excellent torsional strength and power transfer. Not only are these spokes extremely lightweight, they are also able to provide a greater degree of elasticity when put under increased stress.

Full Specs _

Rims
29 rim 24mm internal width. 6069-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy (+69% tensile strength vs 6061-T6) Tubeless-ready – designed to work best with tubeless tyres. Tubeless rim tape and valves included. H-lock bead-seat up-kicks for easy and secure tubeless installation. Matt black work-hardened shot-peened finish with laser etched graphics for superior durability.
  • 29 rim
  • 24mm internal width.
  • 6069-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy (+69% tensile strength vs 6061-T6)
  • Tubeless-ready – designed to work best with tubeless tyres. Tubeless rim tape and valves included.
  • H-lock bead-seat up-kicks for easy and secure tubeless installation.
  • Matt black work-hardened shot-peened finish with laser etched graphics for superior durability.
Spokes
Straight-pull for excellent torsional strength and direct power transfer 28 F&R spoke count. Laced 2 Cross. Pillar Spokes made from Sandvik T302 (18/10) stainless steel. Patented Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement, butted again just before the spoke head providing more durability in high stress area. Black stainless treatment.
  • Straight-pull for excellent torsional strength and direct power transfer
  • 28 F&R spoke count. Laced 2 Cross.
  • Pillar Spokes made from Sandvik T302 (18/10) stainless steel.
  • Patented Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement, butted again just before the spoke head providing more durability in high stress area.
  • Black stainless treatment.
Nipples
Hard-anodized alloy for weight reduction and strength. Square body for external adjustment and hex head for easy internal adjustment/tensioning. Long 14mm thread for durability 14 gauge Black hard anodizing
  • Hard-anodized alloy for weight reduction and strength.
  • Square body for external adjustment and hex head for easy internal adjustment/tensioning.
  • Long 14mm thread for durability
  • 14 gauge
  • Black hard anodizing
Front Hub
Asymmetric flanges for more balanced spoke tensions. Oversized axles. Extruded and CNC machined 6066-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy body. 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles. 6 bolt disc mount/center-lock option available. Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
  • Asymmetric flanges for more balanced spoke tensions.
  • Oversized axles.
  • Extruded and CNC machined 6066-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy body.
  • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
  • 6 bolt disc mount/center-lock option available.
  • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
Rear Hub
Extruded and CNC machined 6066-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy hub body. 148x12mm. H_CERAMIK freehub body reinforcement coating (Shimano/Sram HG body) provides excellent durability and protects against cassette sprocket damage to the freehub often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies. Boost QR skewers NOT supplied. 4 pawl, 36 tooth RapidEngage freehub, with an engagement angle of just 5 degrees Oversized 7075-T6 heat treated aluminium axles. All freehub standards accounted for. 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles. 6 bolt disc mount/center-lock option available. Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
  • Extruded and CNC machined 6066-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy hub body.
  • 148x12mm.
  • H_CERAMIK freehub body reinforcement coating (Shimano/Sram HG body) provides excellent durability and protects against cassette sprocket damage to the freehub often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.
  • Boost QR skewers NOT supplied.
  • 4 pawl, 36 tooth RapidEngage freehub, with an engagement angle of just 5 degrees
  • Oversized 7075-T6 heat treated aluminium axles.
  • All freehub standards accounted for.
  • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
  • 6 bolt disc mount/center-lock option available.
  • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
Bearings
Precision sealed cartridge replaceable units. Large diameter ball bearings for extra durability. Dual full-contact rubber seals.
  • Precision sealed cartridge replaceable units.
  • Large diameter ball bearings for extra durability.
  • Dual full-contact rubber seals.
Tyres Info
HUNT recommends a 2.1" to 2.35" tyre for best performance, tyre widths between 1.1" and 2.6" are also safe to use.   Note: best performance is usually gained by using tyre pressures lower than the maximum, you can see our blog post about this, read here.  Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance.  You must not exceed the maximum tyre pressure limits set out in the table below or the maximum limit set by your tyre manufacturer if this is lower.  
  • HUNT recommends a 2.1" to 2.35" tyre for best performance, tyre widths between 1.1" and 2.6" are also safe to use.  
  • Note: best performance is usually gained by using tyre pressures lower than the maximum, you can see our blog post about this, read here. 
  • Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance. 
  • You must not exceed the maximum tyre pressure limits set out in the table below or the maximum limit set by your tyre manufacturer if this is lower.  
Axle Sizes
Boost - 148x12mm (Rear) with 110x15mm (Front). 141x9mm (Rear) QR with 110x9mm (Front) Rock Shox Torque Caps available - just add a comment in the notes section on the cart page. QR adapters available - just complete the simple form after checkout. (Not compatible with Shimano Microspline) SRAM/Shimano 8/9/10/11 speed and SRAM XD compatible.
  • Boost - 148x12mm (Rear) with 110x15mm (Front). 141x9mm (Rear) QR with 110x9mm (Front)
  • Rock Shox Torque Caps available - just add a comment in the notes section on the cart page.
  • QR adapters available - just complete the simple form after checkout. (Not compatible with Shimano Microspline)
  • SRAM/Shimano 8/9/10/11 speed and SRAM XD compatible.

HIGH SPECIFICATION COMPONENTS _

<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Race XC rim strikes the perfect balance between durability and performance making sure every ride is better than the last. The 6069 T6 alloy (sleeved) rim features a 24mm internal width to provide support during hard cornering or when throttling through techy sections. Optimized for 2.0 - 2.3" tyres. It may be light but the Race XC won't hold you back.</i>
Rims

The Race XC rim strikes the perfect balance between durability and performance making sure every ride is better than the last. The 6069 T6 alloy (welded) rim features a 24mm internal width to provide support during hard cornering or when throttling through techy sections. It may be light but the Race XC won't hold you back.

<h1>Rim Bed</h1><i>Like all of our wheels, the Hunt MTB line-up is designed to be used as a tubeless system. Featuring a H-Lock rim bead with 'up-kicks' to the shoulders of the rim bed secures your tyre when seated. This prevents side-to-side movement reducing the chance of burping your tyre. It creates a great rim-well seal for first installation and easy sealing of tubeless tyres. Still haven't made the switch? All our wheels are tube compatible as well.</i>
Rim Bed

Like all of our wheels, the Hunt MTB line-up is designed to be used as a tubeless system. Featuring a H-Lock rim bead with 'up-kicks' to the shoulders of the rim bed secures your tyre when seated. This prevents side-to-side movement reducing the chance of burping your tyre. It creates a great rim-well seal for first installation and easy sealing of tubeless tyres. Still haven't made the switch? All our wheels are tube compatible as well.

<h1>Spokes</h1><i>We have chosen top of the line, straight pull Pillar Spokes for excellent torsional strength and power transfer. Not only are these spokes extremely lightweight, they are also able to provide a greater degree of elasticity when put under increased stress. The Pillar Spoke Reinforcement (PSR) puts more material at the spoke head to prevent failure in this stress area.</i>
Spokes

We have chosen top of the line, straight pull Pillar Spokes for excellent torsional strength and power transfer. Not only are these spokes extremely lightweight, they are also able to provide a greater degree of elasticity when put under increased stress. The Pillar Spoke Reinforcement (PSR) puts more material at the spoke head to prevent failure in this stress area.

<h1>Front Hub</h1><i>Suited to match the needs of the modern trail bike rider. Featuring durable bearings and 7075-T6 series alloy axles to increase stiffness. These hubs have been selected based on their ability to perform on the most aggressive trails.</i>
Front Hub

Suited to match the needs of the modern trail bike rider. Featuring durable bearings and 7075-T6 series alloy axles to increase stiffness. These hubs have been selected based on their ability to perform on the most aggressive trails.

<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Durability is a theme for HUNT as time and money you spend fixing is time and money you cannot spend riding or upgrading your bikes. As a result, we've developed the <em>H_CERAMIK</em> coating to provide excellent durability and protect against cassette sprocket damage often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.</i>
Freehub Body

Durability is a theme for HUNT as time and money you spend fixing is time and money you cannot spend riding or upgrading your bikes. As a result, we've developed the H_CERAMIK coating to provide excellent durability and protect against cassette sprocket damage often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.

<h1>Weight</h1><i>Mountain bikers aren't concerned about weight, right? Nope! Whether you're doing a back-country epic or pedalling between stages, we have paid attention to weight to suit the type of riding they will be subjected too. For example, using the highest quality Pillar triple butted spokes with PSR (Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement) has allowed us to not only create a stronger wheel with a higher spoke count, but one which does not add a weight penalty.</i>
Weight

Mountain bikers aren't concerned about weight, right? Nope! Whether you're doing a back-country epic or pedalling between stages, we have paid attention to weight to suit the type of riding they will be subjected too. For example, using the highest quality Pillar triple butted spokes with PSR (Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement) has allowed us to not only create a stronger wheel with a higher spoke count, but one which does not add a weight penalty.

REVIEWS _

Bike Magazine and Websites Expert's Views

HUNT BIKE WHEELS INTRODUCES NEW SUB-1600G RACE XC WIDE WHEELSET

"To put it in perspective, that’s lighter than a comparable Stan’s No Tubes Crest MK3 wheelset (1579g claimed weight) or the Mavic Crossmax Pro (1580g claimed weight). It’s also a helluva lot lighter than Hope’s Fortus 23 wheelset (1845g claimed weight)."

FLOW MOUNTAIN BIKE REVIEW

"Proof that an all-metal wheelset can perform just as well on the trail, while even providing certain advantages... For those after a race-ready set of hoops that won’t shake your teeth out of your skull, the Race XC Wide is a killer option for the money."

HUNT RACE XC WIDE WHEELSET REVIEW: RACE PERFORMANCE FOR UNDER $500?

HUNT Race XC Wide mountain bike wheelset looks to strike a note with performance-driven and cost-conscious riders.

What's in the box _

  • Black Shield PET high tensile strength tubeless tape fitted to wheels.
  • Freehub fitted
  • 45mm Tubeless Valves
  • Spare of each spoke plus nipples
  • Quality control card signed by your wheel builder

<h1>In the Box</h1><ul><li>Black Shield PET high tensile strength tubeless tape fitted to wheels.</li><li>Freehub fitted</li><li>Tubeless Valves</li><li>Spare of each spoke plus nipples</li><li>Quality control card signed by your wheel builder</li></ul>

WARRANTY_

A full 3 years from purchase date warranty is offered to the original purchaser only on all Hunt bike wheels against material or workmanship defects, please click here to read full details.

Stated wheel weights: Our stated wheel weights reflect the wheelset only; without rim tape, tubeless valves or disc brake lock rings, as is industry standard. A 3% variance (lower or higher) in total system weight is normal for wheelset manufacturing.

All HUNT wheels models have to pass our harsh rolling-drum fatigue tests for rider weight limits, please see here for more details. Max system weight 135 kg (system weight - total weight of fully kitted up rider, bike and luggage). If the system is over 125 kgs then an experienced bike mechanic should check the wheel regularly.

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Any spares for our wheelsets can be found on our website. If you need assistance, contact us and we can help you.

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We are so confident that you'll be happy with your Hunt Bike Wheels, that we offer a full 60 days to ride them.

ABOUT HUNT _

HUNT Bike Wheels are a team of talented, passionate riders with a wealth of industry experience, and set out to bring you the latest, most practical, forward-thinking technology in all things round.

Our mission is to serve devoted riders with the highest performing products, backed by best-in-class rider support.

All of our wheels are built and finished by hand, inclusive of a full quality control inspection.