Reynolds Technology

ROAD

Built for the way you ride

After years of pioneering the development of carbon rims, we understand what it takes to create the best carbon wheels. First, we start by understanding what the needs are for each type of rim we are building. There is no such thing as ‘one composite fits all’ approach here at Reynolds. We identify the crucial stress zones for each type of carbon rim family and engineer from there. When it comes time to layup a carbon rim, we utilize only the highest grade materials that meet our strict specifications for assembly in our own facilities. Our continued focus on creating the best carbon fiber wheels on the market has given us the confidence to offer a Lifetime Warranty.

RIM Technology

RAV - REYNOLDS AERO VERSATILITY

RAV Is the philosophy by which all Reynolds road products are developed. Using advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) validated by wind tunnel and real-world testing, we’ve identified key design features that optimize overall aerodynamic versatility and performance.​ 

DET - DISPERSIVE EFFECT TERMINATION™  

Our BLACKLABEL AERO rim profiles are designed using our DET™ technology complemented with additional features to offer the most versatile, aerodynamic wheels on the market. Our DET™ airfoil rim design smooths turbulent airflow and creates a more stable ride while reducing aerodynamic drag. 

CR6 - CARBON RIM 6

CR6 is the most complex construction process we employ. It utilizes different layup and material schedules for six different rim sections and is the necessary process for creating the complex rim profiles found in our AERO rims.  

PR3 - Performance Rim 3

 PR3 is used within the Reynolds Allroads, TR S, and TR mountain wheels and takes the same approach of balancing structural requirements with performance and value as our other construction processes. In these rims the overall rim profile, rim bead, and brake track areas are called out with their own unique fiber schedules.

CTG2

Engineered to work specifically with our Reynolds Cryo-Blue Power brake pads CTG2 is our premium rim brake technology found on all of our rim brake rim models. Engineered with special carbon fiber laminates and high-grade resins CTG2 allows for more braking power, better modulation, and superior rim durability. 

BWI​

All Reynolds rim brake wheels have a 10mm red line embedded in the brake track at the valve hole to indicate excessive brake track wear.​  

HUB Technology

BLACKLABEL

For our highest level of wheel offering, we do collaborate with one of the finest hub makers on the market.

Our Blacklabel series hubs are designed and manufactured by Industry Nine in the US with a proprietary hub shell unique to Reynolds perfected for improved performance, durability and low weight balanced with optimized aerodynamics and power transfer used in Reynolds Blacklabel wheel systems.

  • I9 Torch drive system with EDM wire cut pawls and ratchet ring for maximum precision
  • 3 pawl / 60t ratchet ring for 6° fast engagement
  • Asymmetric and off set direct pull spoke flange for improved wheel stiffness and integrity
  • Enduro premium bearings

ALLROADS (ARx / AR)

For our ARx and AR series road wheels we utilize proprietary performance orientated CNC machined hub shell designs that balances low weight and durability with aerodynamics and power transfer.

  • 4 pawl / 36t ratchet ring for 10° engagement
  • Flange spacing maximized for lateral stiffness and power transfer.
  • Modular design and interchangeable parts for convenience and easy no tools service
  • Quality ABEC 3 bearings

SPOKE Technology

Quality Wheels, Quality Spokes

You cannot produce quality wheels without quality spokes. This is why all Reynolds Wheels are built with Sapim spokes.

For over 100 years Sapim has created and produced some of the highest quality spokes available within the marketplace.

 

BLACKLABEL

CX-Ray – The CX-Ray is the ultimate offering from Sapim and is found within all Blacklabel Aero wheels. It offers superior strength, aero qualities and ride characteristics all within a lightweight package.

ALLROADS X

CX-Sprint – The CX-Sprint offers everything the CX-Ray provides with an increase in overall stiffness at a slightly heavier weight.

ALLROADS

Sprint – A double butted spoke offering great durability, ride compliance, and a lightweight package.

MTB

Built for the way you ride

After years of pioneering the development of carbon rims, we understand what it takes to create the best carbon wheels. First, we start by understanding what the needs are for each type of rim we are building. There is no such thing as ‘one composite fits all’ approach here at Reynolds. We identify the crucial stress zones for each type of carbon rim family and engineer from there. When it comes time to layup a carbon rim, we utilize only the highest grade materials that meet our strict specifications for assembly in our own facilities. Our continued focus on creating the best carbon fiber wheels on the market has given us the confidence to offer a Lifetime Warranty.

RIM Technology

MR5 Mountain Rim 5

MR5 is the moniker given to the construction process of Reynolds Blacklabel mountain bike rims. Clearly, these rims must stand up to considerable abuse, so the spoke face, nipple bed, sidewall, tire channel and rim bead are all considered both individually and as a holistic system to balance strength, durability, weight, and ride quality.

IDM Impact Dispersing Matrix

IDM is a combination of high-quality carbon fiber and a unique resin with exceptional impact dispersing characteristics. Used in our BLACKLABEL 309/289 XC and DH wheels we optimize the layup schedule to improve impact strength, tune ride quality and achieve very low weights all without sacrificing durability. With durability proven on the World Cup Downhill circuit and EWS our IDM material stands alone in its strength to weight ratio.

PR3 Performance Rim 3

PR3 is used within our TR S and TR mountain wheels and takes the same approach of balancing structural requirements with performance and value as our other construction processes. In these rims the overall rim profile, rim bead, and sidewall areas are called out with their own unique fiber schedules.

HUB Technology

BLACKLABEL

For our highest level of wheel offering, we do collaborate with one of the finest hub makers on the market. Our Blacklabel series hubs are designed and manufactured by Industry Nine in the US with a proprietary hub shell unique to Reynolds perfected for improved performance, durability and low weight balanced with optimized aerodynamics and power transfer used in Reynolds Blacklabel wheel systems.

  • I9 Hydra drive system with EDM wire cut pawls and ratchet ring for maximum precision
  • 6 pawls continually phased / 115t ratchet ring for super fast and super strong .52° engagement
  • Asymetric and off set direct pull spoke flange for improved wheel stiffness and build integrity
  • Enduro premium bearings

TRS & TR

For our TRS and TR mountain wheels we utilize proprietary performance orientated CNC machined hub shell designs that balances low weight and durability with aerodynamics and power transfer.

  • 6 pawl phased / 36t ratchet ring for 5° engagement (TRs) 4 pawl / 36t ratchet ring for 10° engagement (TR)
  • Flange spacing maximized for lateral stiffness and power transfer.
  • Modular design and interchangeable parts for convenience and easy no tools service
  • Quality ABEC 3 bearings

SPOKE Technology

Quality Wheels, Quality Spokes

You cannot produce quality wheels without quality spokes. This is why all Reynolds Wheels are built with Sapim spokes.

For over 100 years Sapim has created and produced some of the highest quality spokes available within the marketplace.

BLACKLABEL

CX-Ray – The CX-Ray is the ultimate offering from Sapim and is found within all Blacklabel Aero wheels. It offers superior strength, aero qualities and ride characteristics all within a lightweight package.

TR S

The CX-Deltaoffers everything the CX-Ray provides with an increase in overall stiffness at a slightly heavier weight.

TR

Sprint – A double butted spoke offering great durability, ride compliance, and a light weight package.

GRAVEL

Built for the way you ride

After years of pioneering the development of carbon rims, we understand what it takes to create the best carbon wheels. First, we start by understanding what the needs are for each type of rim we are building. There is no such thing as ‘one composite fits all’ approach here at Reynolds. We identify the crucial stress zones for each type of carbon rim family and engineer from there. When it comes time to layup a carbon rim, we utilize only the highest grade materials that meet our strict specifications for assembly in our own facilities. Our continued focus on creating the best carbon fiber wheels on the market has given us the confidence to offer a Lifetime Warranty.

RIM Technology

RAV - REYNOLDS AERO VERSATILITY

RAV Is the philosophy by which all Reynolds road products are developed. Using advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) validated by wind tunnel and real-world testing, we’ve identified key design features that optimize overall aerodynamic versatility and performance.​ 

PR3 - Performance Rim 3

PR3 is used within all of our ATR gravel wheels and takes the same approach of balancing structural requirements with performance and value as our other construction processes. In these rims the overall rim profile, rim bead, and side wall areas are called out with their own unique fiber and resin schedules.

HUB Technology

BLACKLABEL

For our highest level of hub offering, we do collaborate with one of the finest hub makers on the market. Our Blacklabel series wheels are designed and manufactured by Industry Nine in the US with a proprietary hub shell unique to Reynolds perfected for improved performance, durability and low weight balanced with optimized aerodynamics and power transfer used in Reynolds Blacklabel wheel systems.

  • I9 Torch drive system with EDM wire cut pawls and ratchet ring for maximum precision
  • 3 pawl / 60t ratchet ring for 6° fast engagement  
  • Asymmetric and off set direct pull spoke flange for improved wheel stiffness and integrity
  • Enduro premium bearings

ATRx & ATR

For our ATR and ATRx series gravel wheels we utilize proprietary performance orientated CNC machined hub shell designs that balances low weight and durability with aerodynamics and power transfer.

  • 4 pawl / 36t ratchet ring for 10° engagement
  • Flange spacing maximized for lateral stiffness and power transfer.
  • Modular design and interchangeable parts for convenience and easy no tools service
  • Quality ABEC3 bearing

SPOKE Technology

Quality Wheels, Quality Spokes

You cannot produce quality wheels without quality spokes. This is why all Reynolds Wheels are built with Sapim spokes.

For over 100 years Sapim has created and produced some of the highest quality spokes available within the marketplace.

BLACKLABEL

CX-Ray – The CX-Ray is the ultimate offering from Sapim and is found within all Blacklabel Aero wheels. It offers superior strength, aero qualities and ride characteristics all within a lightweight package.

ATX

CX-Sprint – The CX-Sprint offers everything the CX-Ray provides with an increase in overall stiffness at a slightly heavier weight.

ATRx & ATR

Sprint – A double butted spoke offering great durability, ride compliance, and a lightweight package.

EBIKE

Built for the way you ride

After years of pioneering the development of carbon rims, we understand what it takes to create the best carbon wheels. First, we start by understanding what the needs are for each type of rim we are building. There is no such thing as ‘one composite fits all’ approach here at Reynolds. We identify the crucial stress zones for each type of carbon rim family and engineer from there. When it comes time to layup a carbon rim, we utilize only the highest grade materials that meet our strict specifications for assembly in our own facilities. Our continued focus on creating the best carbon fiber wheels on the market has given us the confidence to offer a Lifetime Warranty.

RIM Technology

PR3 - Performance Rim 3

PR3 is used within all of our ATR gravel wheels and takes the same approach of balancing structural requirements with performance and value as our other construction processes. In these rims the overall rim profile, rim bead, and sidewall areas are called out with their own unique fiber and resin schedules.

RAV - REYNOLDS ALL ROADS VERSATILITY

RAV Is the philosophy by which all Reynolds road products are developed. Using advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) validated by wind tunnel and real-world testing, we’ve identified key design features that optimize overall aerodynamic versatility and performance.​ 

HUB Technology

TRe

Reynolds TRe series hubs are specifically design to the needs of modern eMTB’s. Specifically designed for the demands of the more refined generation of e-mountain bikes, which allow you to cover steeper terrain in a shorter time, allowing grinders to go further faster. Since more miles mean greater wear, we built our robust TRs rims to an e-bike specific hub.

  • They utilize an oversized hub shell with added heat dissipating features (cooling fins) specific to eBike demands.
  • 6 pawl in-phase / 36t ratchet ring for 10° of robust engagement
  • Short steel pawls and reinforced ratchet ring area provide greater durability and strong engagement
  • Light weight steel axle and freehub body for added durability
  • 5 bearing rear hub design (3 bearings in freehub) help to disperse the increased load from e-bike motor
  • Modular design for easy no tools service

SPOKE Technology

Quality Wheels,Quality Spokes

You cannot produce quality wheels without quality spokes. This is why all Reynolds Wheels are built with Sapim spokes.

For over 100 years Sapim has created and produced some of the highest quality spokes available within the marketplace.

 

TRe

E-Light: This spoke combines superior strength with light weight. The E-Light brings higher fatigue performance suitable for most of the standard e-bike hubs and rims.

AR

Sprint – A double butted spoke offering great durability, ride compliance, and a lightweight package.