Fulcrum Racing 5 Road Bike Wheelset – Lightweight Aluminum Clincher Wheelset

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The Fulcrum Racing 5 Wheelset is a high-performance road cycling wheelset designed for riders who want the perfect balance of speed, durability, and value. Built with Fulcrum’s proven engineering, this wheelset combines lightweight aluminum construction with a race-ready design that improves responsiveness and overall riding efficiency. The updated Racing 5 features a 20-spoke rear wheel design and an asymmetric rear rim profile that enhances lateral and torsional stiffness for better power transfer and handling. Whether you are training, commuting, or participating in competitive road rides, the Racing 5 delivers smooth rolling performance and dependable reliability. With wide rim compatibility, sealed cartridge bearings, and aerodynamic straight-pull spokes, this wheelset offers excellent performance for modern road bikes while maintaining the durability needed for everyday use.

Key Features

• Lightweight aluminum wheelset weighing only 1650 g

• Race-ready design with improved stiffness and responsiveness

• Asymmetric rear rim profile for better spoke tension balance

• Wide 23 mm rim width for improved tire support and stability

• Compatible with tire widths from 25 mm to 50 mm

• Aero straight-pull stainless steel spokes for enhanced aerodynamics

• Sealed cartridge bearings for smooth and low-maintenance performance

• Aluminum hubs and flanges for strength and durability

• Optimized for caliper brake road bikes

• Suitable for training, endurance riding, and racing applications

Product Specifications

• Product Name: Fulcrum Racing 5

• Tyre Type: Clincher

• Wheel Size: 28"

• ASTM Category: 1

• Weight: 1650 g

• Rim Material: Aluminum

• Profile Height: Low Profile

• Front Rim Height: 24.5 mm

• Rear Rim Height: 27.5 mm

• Rim Width: 23 mm

• Inner Rim Width: ETRTO 17C

• Compatible Tyre Width: 25 mm to 50 mm

• Braking System: Caliper Brake

• Braking Surface: Turned Aluminum

• Front Axle Compatibility: QR

• Rear Axle Compatibility: QR

• Front Spokes: 18 (9 Left – 9 Right)

• Rear Spokes: 20 (10 Left – 10 Right)

• Spoke Material: Stainless Steel, Double Butted

• Spoke Profile: Aero, Straight Pull

• Nipples: Aluminum

• Front Hub: Aluminum with Aluminum Flanges

• Rear Hub: Aluminum with Oversize Aluminum Flange

• Bearings: Sealed Cartridge Bearings

• Axle Material: Aluminum

• Maximum Rider Weight: 109 kg

• Freehub Options: HG11, Campagnolo

Wheel Performance & Ride Quality

• Enhanced lateral rigidity helps improve cornering precision and handling

• Increased torsional stiffness provides efficient power transfer during acceleration

• Balanced spoke tension improves wheel durability and long-term reliability

• Low-profile rim design offers excellent climbing performance and ride comfort

• Wide rim structure supports modern road tires for improved grip and stability

• Smooth sealed bearings help reduce rolling resistance for efficient riding

Why Choose This Product

• Trusted Fulcrum engineering and proven road cycling performance

• Lightweight construction without sacrificing durability

• Excellent choice for both training and competitive riding

• Improved wheel stiffness for faster acceleration and better control

• Compatible with a wide range of modern road bike tires

• Reliable sealed bearings require minimal maintenance

• Great balance of affordability, performance, and long-term value

In the Box

• 1 Front Fulcrum Racing 5 Wheel

• 1 Rear Fulcrum Racing 5 Wheel

• User Documentation