Roval Rapide CLX III — Rear Road Bike Wheel

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  • Overview
  • 48mm carbon rear wheel with composite aero spokes, FlatStop bead hooks for 39% more flat resistance, and DT Swiss ceramic bearings. In stock at both Fresh Air Kelowna locations.

Product details

Whether you're chasing a personal best on the Okanagan road loops or lining up for a local crit, every gram and every watt matters — and the Roval Rapide CLX III Rear Wheel is built to give you both. This 48mm carbon rear wheel pairs a shallower profile with composite aero spokes to shave weight and sharpen acceleration, complementing the deeper 51mm front wheel where most aerodynamic gains live.

 

 

 
KEY FEATURES

48mm carbon rim depth, 31.3mm external / 21mm internal width

Roval by Arris composite aero spokes with titanium end fittings, 24-hole, 1-cross/3-cross 2:1 lacing

FlatStop bead hooks require 39% more force to flat than conventional hooked rims

DT Swiss 180 EXP hub internals (36-tooth ratchet) with DT Sinc ceramic bearings

Tubeless ready, includes spare spoke and nipple kit

Wheel weight: 705g (incl. tubeless tape and valve)

 
WHO IS THIS FOR?

Our team at Fresh Air will help you find the right fit in-store at both Kelowna locations. Stop by to work with one of our experienced staff members, or call 250-763-3425.

 
WHY SHOP WITH US

Our staff can help confirm this wheel's compatibility with your existing drivetrain, tire setup, and brake type before you buy. Fresh Air Pandosy (555 Groves Ave) | Fresh Air Dilworth (1656 Dilworth Drive)

 
 

 

 
FAQ

Q1: How do I find the right size for the Rapide CLX III Rear Wheel?
This wheel is built for standard 700c road setups with a 12x142mm thru-axle and Centerlock disc mount. Confirm your frame's axle spacing and brake type before ordering — our staff can help verify fit.

Q2: Is the Rapide CLX III Rear Wheel compatible with my current tires and drivetrain?
It's tubeless-ready and optimized for tires in the 24–38mm range (28mm recommended for aero performance), and is available with Shimano/SRAM-compatible freehub options. Bring in your bike or check with our team to confirm drivetrain compatibility.

Q3: Why is the rear rim shallower than the front on this wheelset?
Roval's wind tunnel testing found that roughly 90% of a wheelset's aerodynamic benefit comes from the front wheel, so the rear uses a shallower 48mm profile to cut rotational weight and sharpen acceleration without sacrificing meaningful aero performance.

 

 

 

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