Halo SAS Pro
Given the nature of their terrain, mountain bikers need the most durable bike wheel available, and Halo's SAS Pro wheel is a solid option. With double eyelets, Halo's Combat Evolved SAS rim and a double system joint, the SAS Pro is built to last. Mountain Biking UK's Guy Kesteven called the SAS Pro "bombproof benchmark rims" and cited the Pro rear hub and SAS rim for making the SAS Pro wheel "close to indestructible."
Easton EC 90 SL
At 2 3/4 lbs., Easton's EC 90 SL carbon wheels are a lightweight, durable option for cyclocross riders. In a Gear of the Day review, Bicycling.com's Matt Allyn noted that the EC 90 SL's "stayed straight and true over a rough season of racing," noting that the wheel's double-butted spokes made the tires durable, while the carbon rims and ceramic hubs keep the weight down.
Williams Cycling Wheel System 38
For road bikers who want a lightweight wheel, the Williams Cycling Wheel System 38 wheels weigh less than 3 lbs., giving cyclists a quick ride. Bikeradar.com's James Huang noted the Wheel System 38's ride, saying its carbon rims provided "a fast spin-up thanks to the low weight and buttery ride quality." Huang also noted the wheels absorb shock well, also, saying its "cushy feel made it slightly easier to stay in the saddle and power through rough sections" when tested on a cyclocross bike.
Article Written By Billy Brown
Billy Brown is an outdoor sports writer living in Northern California.
An avid rock climber and trail runner, he's been writing about outdoor activities, fitness and gear since 2005. He regularly contributes to "The Record Searchlight," uncooped.com, and Trails.com, as well as other print and online publications. Brown holds a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Simpson University and is a NASM-certified personal trainer.
