The rims on Race Face’s new ‘Rally’ wheels are offset dramatically (by 4.5mm) to reduce the sideways dish of the build, and the massive, conical Vault rear hub means the 28 spokes at each end are significantly shorter than usual. That makes them very stiff and accurate wheels for their weight, but not to the extent that they rattle off line or punish your palms on long descents. Tyres pop up easily on the pre-taped rims and they’ll take serious-sized rubber without wobbling even at teen pressures. Pick-up is almost instantaneous, and they’re light enough to keep that speed surge going right through the gears. While they’ve only just hit the shops, we’ve been hammering them for several months in some pretty foul weather without any ill effects, making the high price the only significant moan.
Weight 820g+920g= 1,740g
Width 29mm/33mm
Freehub lag 3°
Sizes 650b, 29in
Price $1347
