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Hooked vs Hookless: The FFWD Philosophy Explained

The 2024 season is just fresh out of the starting blocks, so it's time to cover one of the most discussed topics in the world of wheels - hooked and hookless rims. You've probably seen the terms used in the media or from manufacturers and we'll review in more detail. After reading this article, you will know everything about: Why we choose hooked rims Hookless rims for gravel What is a hooked and what is a hookless rim The pros and cons of hooked and hookless rims Availability of tires for different types of rims The width of tires and tire pressure WHY WE CHOOSE HOOKED RIMS Looking at the specifications of FFWD wheels for road bikes, you may notice that all rims are "hooked....

Choosing the Right Wheels

We offer a wide range of models ideally suited for your intended riding style and desired use.  FFWD’s proprietary rim technologies and premium components result in a performance carbon wheel system ready to tackle years of enjoyable rides.  FFWD wheels are built in the Netherlands by some of the most experienced builders in the business.  As some like to say, we may not be the biggest but we are the best! Following is more information and a few steps to help guide you in selecting the most suitable road or light gravel wheel set for your riding style and preferences. Step 1 FFWD offers wheels for several categories in cycling so the first step is to choose your type of ride. Given that most cyclists…

TYRO II Now Available

  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Carbon Cycling Wheel Set
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II Tubular Rim Brake Wheel Set
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Carbon Disc Brake Cycling Wheels
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Carbon Disc Brake Cycling Wheels 2
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Carbon Rim Brake Cycling Wheels 2
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Carbon Cycling Rear Wheel
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Carbon Cycling Front Wheel
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II Rim Brake Carbon Cycling Front Wheel
  • FFWD Wheels TYRO II Rim Brake Carbon Cycling Rear Wheel

The TYRO II is FFWD’s next generation 45mm tubeless ready full carbon clincher wheel set designed specifically for disc or rim brake bikes and ideal for road, gravel and cyclocross. Designed to offer exceptional performance, quality and versatility at a great value the new TYRO II exceeds expectations.

RYOT77 TRACK NOW AVAILABLE

In partnership with sponsored teams and individual athletes in each track discipline FFWD received important feedback leading to this ultimate track wheel set. Together with the many hours of development in new rim shapes, which already resulted in a complete new road range and recently in our RYOT77 for triathletes.  This knowledge and testing has been used to create an all new track set that completes the RYOT family! The RYOT77 Track is built with a 77mm deep carbon rim with a LAW Tech aero profile that has been optimized for all most common tire widths due to the 26mm wide tire bed. In the center of the wheels are new FFWD track hubs in black with a bolt in closing system on the front…

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