HUNT Proven Carbon Race XC MTB 29 Wheelset
<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Proven Race XC rim is designed to provide an unparalleled balance between strength and low weight with a modern 30mm internal width for exceptional tire sidewall support. </i>
<h1>Nipples</h1><i>We don't expect you'll ever need to touch them, but we've assembled the Race XC with tough hard-anodized alloy nipples with the option of either internal or external spoke adjustment. Each of these lightweight, square-headed nipples add a significant weight saving without sacrificing performance. </i>
<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Available with SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline or HG freehubs.</i>
<h1>Bearings</h1><i>High-quality, double-sealed Revo bearings offer long-lasting, smooth running. Spend less time in the workshop and more time on the trail.</i>
<h1>Adaptability</h1><i>Proven wheelsets are built on hubs that can easily be adapted to suit most modern mountain bike standards. What's more, hub adapters are available aftermarket, so if you change to a new bike, your Proven wheelset can move with you. </i>
<h1>Spokes</h1><i>28 race-ready, straight pull Pillar PSR 1420 spokes connect the cutting edge Proven carbon rim to our CNC machined alloy hub bodies. Each bladed spoke is cold forged and boasts a 30% reduction in weight with no compromise in strength. Strong, fast, lightweight, and they look good too.</i>
<h1>Weight</h1><i>With weights starting from just 1469g, the Proven Race XC wheelset is our lightest carbon XC wheelset to date. This impressive weight is only made possible using a combination of our tuned carbon layup, dependable CNC machined alloy hubs and triple-butted Pillar spokes. </i>
<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Proven Race XC rim is designed to provide an unparalleled balance between strength and low weight with a modern 30mm internal width for exceptional tire sidewall support. </i>
<h1>Nipples</h1><i>We don't expect you'll ever need to touch them, but we've assembled the Race XC with tough hard-anodized alloy nipples with the option of either internal or external spoke adjustment. Each of these lightweight, square-headed nipples add a significant weight saving without sacrificing performance. </i>
<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Available with SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline or HG freehubs.</i>
<h1>Bearings</h1><i>High-quality, double-sealed Revo bearings offer long-lasting, smooth running. Spend less time in the workshop and more time on the trail.</i>
<h1>Adaptability</h1><i>Proven wheelsets are built on hubs that can easily be adapted to suit most modern mountain bike standards. What's more, hub adapters are available aftermarket, so if you change to a new bike, your Proven wheelset can move with you. </i>
<h1>Spokes</h1><i>28 race-ready, straight pull Pillar PSR 1420 spokes connect the cutting edge Proven carbon rim to our CNC machined alloy hub bodies. Each bladed spoke is cold forged and boasts a 30% reduction in weight with no compromise in strength. Strong, fast, lightweight, and they look good too.</i>
<h1>Weight</h1><i>With weights starting from just 1469g, the Proven Race XC wheelset is our lightest carbon XC wheelset to date. This impressive weight is only made possible using a combination of our tuned carbon layup, dependable CNC machined alloy hubs and triple-butted Pillar spokes. </i>

HUNT Proven Carbon Race XC MTB 29 Wheelset

1469g Width int size
30 mm 29"

Built for riders who appreciate lightning-fast acceleration and low weight without sacrificing strength and durability.

Tuned carbon rims, 30mm internal rim diameter, high-specification Pillar triple butted spokes and hand laced to HUNT Rapid Engage 5-degree engagement hubs.

Tire size: Optimized for 2.25" to 2.4" tires; work well with 2.0" up to 2.6" tires.

BIKE PERFECT 5/5 REVIEW

"Versatile, high velocity but sweet riding lifetime warrantied race/trail wheels at a carbon fiber competitive weight but a premium alloy price."
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The Purpose _

<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Proven Race XC rim is designed to provide an unparalleled balance between strength and low weight with a modern 30mm internal width for exceptional tire sidewall support. </i>

The Purpose _

Presenting the Proven Carbon Race XC wheel system. Built for riders who appreciate lightning-fast acceleration and low weight without sacrificing strength and durability. Engineered around modern tire standards for enhanced control and grip, with our legendary reliable dual-sealed CNC hubs for peace of mind.

KEY FEATURES_

<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Proven Race XC rim is designed to provide an unparalleled balance between strength and low weight with a modern 30mm internal width for exceptional tire sidewall support. </i>

Hookless/Straight Sidewall Design

Featuring a hookless/straight-sidewall with tailored carbon construction with 3k carbon weave reinforcement. Both front and rear rims feature tuned profiles with a future-proof 30mm internal rim width.

<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Available with SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline or HG freehubs.</i>

Hubs 

Precision CNC machined Hunt straight pull spoke hubs with extra bearing shielding. 5-degree RapidEngage rear hub, boost spacing. Large double sealed cartridge bearings. Rock Shox Torque Caps are available.

<h1>Bearings</h1><i>High-quality, double-sealed Revo bearings offer long-lasting, smooth running. Spend less time in the workshop and more time on the trail.</i>

Bearings 

Super smooth, replaceable, 6902 RS Revo bearings offer fast rolling performance. Dual full-contact seals and long-lasting, heat-resistant grease protect against water ingress for longer service intervals.

TECHNOLOGY _

PROVEN CARBON RACE XC COMPETITOR IMPACT TESTING

In-house testing is something we take very seriously here at HUNT and having 24/7 access to our new engineering facility and custom impact test rig ensures we are 100% confident that each new HUNT wheelset meets our high standards. The graph below shows the impact test results of Proven Carbon Race XC and leading competitors. The graph below shows the impact energy (J) recorded at the first sign of failure.

Full Specs _

Rims
30mm internal rim width, 36mm external and 22mm depth Tailored carbon construction with 3K carbon spoke bed reinforcement. Hookless - Tubeless-ready – designed for use with tubeless tires. Tubeless-rim tape and valves included. H-lock Wedge bead-seat up-kicks for easy and secure tubeless installation.
  • 30mm internal rim width, 36mm external and 22mm depth
  • Tailored carbon construction with 3K carbon spoke bed reinforcement.
  • Hookless - Tubeless-ready – designed for use with tubeless tires. Tubeless-rim tape and valves included.
  • H-lock Wedge bead-seat up-kicks for easy and secure tubeless installation.
Spokes
Straight Pull cold drawn. Pillar PSR X-Tra 1420 bladed spokes 28F/28R spoke count. Triple-butted for ultimate weight saving and strength. Black stainless treatment.
  • Straight Pull cold drawn.
  • Pillar PSR X-Tra 1420 bladed spokes
  • 28F/28R spoke count.
  • Triple-butted for ultimate weight saving and strength.
  • Black stainless treatment.
Nipples
Hard-anodized alloy strength. Lightweight DSN (double square nipple) body for external adjustment and hex head for easy internal adjustment/tensioning. Long 16mm thread for durability. 14 gauge. Black finish
  • Hard-anodized alloy strength.
  • Lightweight DSN (double square nipple) body for external adjustment and hex head for easy internal adjustment/tensioning.
  • Long 16mm thread for durability.
  • 14 gauge.
  • Black finish
Front Hub
Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body. 110x15mm spacing. Rock Shox Torque Caps for Boost option available - just add a comment in the notes section on the cart page. 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles. Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
  • Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
  • 110x15mm spacing. Rock Shox Torque Caps for Boost option available - just add a comment in the notes section on the cart page.
  • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
  • Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
  • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
Rear Hub
7075-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy freehub body. RapidEngage 5 degree, 3x2 freehub for increased resistance to the extra torque generated. Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body. Hunt Disc straight-pull super-light alloy. H_CERAMIK freehub body reinforcement coating (Shimano/Sram HG body) provides excellent durability and protects against cassette sprocket damage to the freehub often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies. 148x12mm spacing (boost) Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here. All freehub standards accounted for. Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
  • 7075-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy freehub body.
  • RapidEngage 5 degree, 3x2 freehub for increased resistance to the extra torque generated.
  • Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
  • Hunt Disc straight-pull super-light alloy.
  • H_CERAMIK freehub body reinforcement coating (Shimano/Sram HG body) provides excellent durability and protects against cassette sprocket damage to the freehub often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.
  • 148x12mm spacing (boost)
  • Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here.
  • All freehub standards accounted for.
  • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
Bearings
Super smooth precision REVO bearings. Dual full-contact seals. Cartridge design for convenient servicing.
  • Super smooth precision REVO bearings.
  • Dual full-contact seals.
  • Cartridge design for convenient servicing.
Tires Info
HUNT recommends a 2.25" tire for best performance, tire widths between 1.9" and 2.8" are also safe to use.   Note: best performance is usually gained by using tire pressures lower than the maximum, you can see our blog post about this, read here.  Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance.  Only use tires marked as compatible with hookless (TSS) rims.  You must not exceed the maximum tire pressure limits set out in the table below or the maximum limit set by your tire manufacturer if this is lower.  
  • HUNT recommends a 2.25" tire for best performance, tire widths between 1.9" and 2.8" are also safe to use.  
  • Note: best performance is usually gained by using tire pressures lower than the maximum, you can see our blog post about this, read here. 
  • Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance. 
  • Only use tires marked as compatible with hookless (TSS) rims. 
  • You must not exceed the maximum tire pressure limits set out in the table below or the maximum limit set by your tire manufacturer if this is lower.  
Axle Sizes
Boost - 148x12mm (Rear) with 110x15mm (Front). Rock Shox Torque Caps available - request in notes at checkout. SRAM/Shimano 8/9/10/11 speed, Shimano Microspline and SRAM XD compatible. QR adapters available - just complete the simple form after checkout. (Not compatible with Shimano Microspline)
  • Boost - 148x12mm (Rear) with 110x15mm (Front). Rock Shox Torque Caps available - request in notes at checkout.
  • SRAM/Shimano 8/9/10/11 speed, Shimano Microspline and SRAM XD compatible.
  • QR adapters available - just complete the simple form after checkout. (Not compatible with Shimano Microspline)

HIGH SPECIFICATION COMPONENTS _

<h1>Rims</h1><i>The Proven Race XC rim is designed to provide an unparalleled balance between strength and low weight with a modern 30mm internal width for exceptional tire sidewall support. </i>
Rims

The Proven Race XC rim is designed to provide an unparalleled balance between strength and low weight with a modern 30mm internal width for exceptional tire sidewall support.

<h1>Spokes</h1><i>28 race-ready, straight pull Pillar PSR 1420 spokes connect the cutting edge Proven carbon rim to our CNC machined alloy hub bodies. Each bladed spoke is cold forged and boasts a 30% reduction in weight with no compromise in strength. Strong, fast, lightweight, and they look good too.</i>
Spokes

28 race-ready, straight pull Pillar PSR 1420 spokes connect the cutting edge Proven carbon rim to our CNC machined alloy hub bodies. Each bladed spoke is cold forged and boasts a 30% reduction in weight with no compromise in strength. Strong, fast, lightweight, and they look good too.

<h1>Nipples</h1><i>We don't expect you'll ever need to touch them, but we've assembled the Race XC with tough hard-anodized alloy nipples with the option of either internal or external spoke adjustment. Each of these lightweight, square-headed nipples add a significant weight saving without sacrificing performance. </i>
Nipples

We don't expect you'll ever need to touch them, but we've assembled the Race XC with tough hard-anodized alloy nipples with the option of either internal or external spoke adjustment. Each of these lightweight, square-headed nipples add a significant weight saving without sacrificing performance.

<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Available with SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline or HG freehubs.</i>
Freehub Body

Available with SRAM XD, Shimano Microspline or HG freehubs.

<h1>Adaptability</h1><i>Proven wheelsets are built on hubs that can easily be adapted to suit most modern mountain bike standards. What's more, hub adapters are available aftermarket, so if you change to a new bike, your Proven wheelset can move with you. </i>
Adaptability

Proven wheelsets are built on hubs that can easily be adapted to suit most modern mountain bike standards. What's more, hub adapters are available aftermarket, so if you change to a new bike, your Proven wheelset can move with you.

<h1>Bearings</h1><i>High-quality, double-sealed Revo bearings offer long-lasting, smooth running. Spend less time in the workshop and more time on the trail.</i>
Bearings

High-quality, double-sealed Revo bearings offer long-lasting, smooth running. Spend less time in the workshop and more time on the trail.

REVIEWS _

Bike Magazine and Websites Expert's Views

BIKE PERFECT 5/5 REVIEW

"Versatile, high velocity but sweet riding lifetime warrantied race/trail wheels at a carbon fiber competitive weight but a premium alloy price."

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BikeRadar 4/5 Review

"All in all, I was impressed by the Carbon Race XC wheels. They’re light, tough and offer a brilliant blend of comfortable compliance and accurate precision."

What's in the box _

  • Black Shield PET high tensile strength tubeless tape fitted to wheels.
  • Freehub fitted
  • 45mm Tubeless Valves
  • Spare of each spoke plus nipples
  • Quality control card signed by your wheel builder

<h1>In the Box</h1><ul><li>Black Shield PET high tensile strength tubeless tape fitted to wheels.</li><li>Freehub fitted</li><li>Tubeless Valves</li><li>Spare of each spoke plus nipples</li><li>Quality control card signed by your wheel builder</li></ul>

WARRANTY_

These wheels come with H_CARE (Free Lifetime Crash Replacement) for the first owners when used with single crown forks. Read all about it here.

Stated wheel weights: Our stated wheel weights reflect the wheelset only; without rim tape, tubeless valves or disc brake lock rings, as is industry standard. A 3% variance (lower or higher) in total system weight is normal for wheelset manufacturing.

All HUNT wheels models have to pass our harsh rolling-drum fatigue tests for rider weight limits, please see here for more details. Max system weight 297 lb (system weight – total weight of fully kitted up rider, bike and luggage). If the system is over 275 lb then an experienced bike mechanic should check the wheel regularly and it is advisable to use tires at max 40psi as this will reduce the fatigue on the wheelset.

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Any spares for our wheelsets can be found on our website. If you assistance, contact us and we can help you.

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ABOUT HUNT _

Hunt Bike Wheels are a team of talented, passionate riders with a wealth of industry experience, and set out to bring you the latest, most practical, forward-thinking technology in all things round.

Our mission is to serve devoted riders with the highest performing products, backed by best-in-class rider support.

All of our wheels are built and finished by hand, inclusive of a full quality control inspection.