BSD (United Kingdom) - Press Release: The XLT is our new lightweight rim, designed around an X-section for increased stiffness, the rim has an aero style shape which further triangulates the design. With other proven features such as tapered sidewalls and patented cross over lacing, this rim is lightweight weighing in at only 495g each while remaining strong...

If you’re trying to lighten your bike, then rims and tires can make a big difference to how the bike handles due to the reduction of rotational mass. 

Info:

• Lightweight design
• Extra thick tapered sidewalls
• Extra thick tapered spoke seats
• Aligned cross over lacing
• X-section centre brace
• Can be used with brakes
• 34mm wide x 19mm tall
• 6061-T6 construction
• U.S. Patent 7,427,112