Based on the 2017 Dirty Kanza 200-winning Avion Disc wheelset, Stan’s NoTubes has now released a rim brake version called Avion Pro R. The full carbon rims were given a heat-resistant brake track and standard hubs to fit regular road bikes that still want to take advantage of tubeless tires.
And wider tires. They have a massive 21.6mm internal diameter, with reinforced sidewalls to handle the higher air pressure used on the road. It’s designed around 25-28mm wide tires pumped up to 115psi (with or without tubes, or 32-50mm wide tires running up to 45psi. Either way, they’re held in place using the brand’s ultra low profile Bead Socket Technology.
Rims are laid up (in their words) to remain laterally stiff while absorbing vertical shock to provide some comfort even with their 41mm depth. Build uses Sapim CX Ray Spokes (18 front, 24 rear) and Sapim Secure Lock alloy nipples laced to…
…new Neo R Ultimate Speed Sync hubs that get 5º engagement, updated bearing placement to improve stiffness, and Shimano or Campagnolo freehub body options. Claimed weight is 1455g for the set, and they come pre-taped with Stan’s yellow rim tape and 55mm tubeless valves stems. Also included are quick release skewers and their Avion R blue compound brake pads. Retail is $2,249 (£1,900).
