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The Aero Light
Baccara WRX 48 carbon rim is designed for cyclists demanding maximum aerodynamics while retaining notable lightness. Ideal for competitions, it stands out for its performance on rolling sections and guarantees increased inertia to maintain speed over long distances.
Duke Baccara WRX 48
Use: Sport / racing.
Terrain: Rather fast grounds, but with unexpected versatility thanks to their contained weight.
Key technical features:
- Rim height: 48 mm for optimum aerodynamics without sacrificing lightness.
- Internal width: 28 mm, allowing the installation of wide tires, guaranteeing comfort and performance.
Weight and price: coming soon.
The WRX 48 are distinguished by their ability to combine aerodynamics and lightness, perfect qualities for racers who demand speed and maneuverability.
Technology
A design optimized for the demands of road and gravel riding
- Aerospace-grade resin and optimized carbon fiber lay-up
- Up to 10% lighter and stronger than the previous SLR1 version
- Tuned vertical compliance for more comfort and responsiveness
Hooked rim design
- Optimized for road and gravel tire pressures
- Ensures secure bead retention
- Wider internal width offers aerodynamic benefits
Controlled vertical flex and rebound
- More dynamic handling during weight transfers and bermed corners
- Increased comfort on rough terrain
- Reduced energy loss, more speed and efficiency
Maximizes tire volume and performance
- Enables lower pressures without sacrificing rolling efficiency
- Controls tire deformation for greater stability
- Improves control and comfort on all terrains
A varnish-free finish process
- Reduces VOC emissions and carbon dust during production
- More scratch-resistant surface
- Naturally glossy finish
Asymmetrical spoke lacing
- Balances spoke tension on both sides
- Improves lateral stiffness, stability, and long-term durability
- No added weight
Anti-burp and anti-debeading system
- Specially designed inner rim hooks lock the tire beads securely
- Eliminates air loss under heavy cornering or compression
- Prevents tire debeading, even in the event of a puncture
Anti-pinch rim bead design
- Prevents tire cuts from hard impacts
- Dissipates shock energy
- Allows low-pressure riding without pinch-flat risks
Tubeless-compatible rim design
- Compatible with UST and Tubeless Ready standards
- Also compatible with tube-type (clincher) setups
Data sheet
We offer a crash replacement programme for carbon wheels. In case of accidents or heavy falls, violent shocks can damage your rim and make it impossible to use. With our Crash Replacement offer we offer you a service that allows you to replace your rim under special conditions: You get a 50 percent discount on the price of the rim (UD SLS carbon) 40 percent (3k Carbon), as well as the parts and the disassembly/reassembly. This offer is valid (for life) for an unlimited period of time for DUKE carbon rims and is transferable in the event of sale of the wheels to a third party.