Particle Wheels has unveiled its WCX Ultralight model, touted as the world’s lightest wide gravel wheelset, beginning at just 1,100 grams. This innovative wheelset exceeds the UCI Vertical Impact Test standard by 2.5 times, matching the strength typically associated with cross-country mountain bike wheels. With a newly designed layup and wide profile, the WCX Ultralight is described as the brand’s stiffest gravel wheelset.
The design seems aimed at discouraging the use of road tires.
According to Particle Wheels, “WCX Ultralight wheels offer low inertia, improving acceleration, are designed to have a balance of compliance and stiffness. In fact, they are 20% stiffer than our next stiffest gravel wheel, give you excellent power transfer. With their 32mm internals, they are designed specifically for 42mm and wider gravel tires, offering better ride feel and aerodynamics.”
For a limited time, customers can use the coupon code GRAVELCYCLIST22 to receive a 22% discount.
About Particle Wheels
Particle is a high-performance carbon wheel brand that is American-owned and operated. The company was founded by Patrick Clark, who began his career in the cycling industry with a major carbon rim OEM based in Colorado.
Product Details
Additional details about the WCX Ultralight include its front wheel detail with carbon spokes and a rear wheel detail, also featuring carbon spokes. The wheelset includes a 50mm deep carbon rim with a hooked design and Generation 4 carbon spokes, contributing to weight savings in the cassette body.