

For your next upgrade or custom build, take a serious look at the Whisky Parts Co. No. 9 Carbon Tubeless Rim. These lightweight yet strong 27. 5 carbon fiber rims offer considerable improvements to ride quality and rolling speed compared to aluminum rims of the same width. They're a great choice for trail riding and all-mountain rowdiness, and they come in two different widths based on what range of tires you typically run. The No. 9 36w rim has a 30mm internal width that offers great support for 2. 2 - 2. 5in wide tires, though it could handle up to a 2. 8in plus tire if needed. The 40w rim has a 35mm internal width that works well for the high-volume 2. 4 - 2. 8in mountain bike tires that are becoming increasingly common on modern trail rigs, though it can handle up to a 3-inch plus tire without any trouble. Both rims feature a hookless bead for an easy and secure tubeless setup, as well as increased impact resistance to rocks and other obstacles on the trail.
Price: $418.50 from Backcountry
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"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve been running the Whisky No. 9 30w wheelset on everything from gravel to light trail, and it’s the kind of wheel that just disappears beneath you—in the best way. The 24mm internal width gives tires...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve run the No. 9 36w on my trail bike all season and the balance is spot-on—light enough to keep the climbs fun, but stiff and wide for incredible stability when things get rough. Setup is a breeze with...
"What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying: ""I’ve run the No. 9 36w on my trail bike all season and the balance is spot-on—light enough to keep the climbs fun, but stiff and wide for incredible stability when things get rough. Setup is a breeze with...