DRIFT CONTROL
WHAT – 36mm deep gravel specific tubeless disc brake carbon wheel set.
WHO – Riders who wish to hit the dirt and gravel with speed and confidence.
IDEAL FOR – Flats, mountainous and hilly terrain, all-around gravel, adventure, long rides, grinduros, gravel racing.
QUICK SPECS
WHAT’S INCLUDED – IN THE BOX
- Front and rear wheels (disc rotors/lockrings/thru axles not included)
- Padded double wheel bag
- Pre-installed 32mm tubeless rim tape
- Pre-installed 50mm tubeless valves
The DRIFT CONTROL comes with a USA extended lifetime warranty when purchased through ffwdusa.com or a US authorized dealer and a factory 3 year warranty and 5 year crash replacement policy.
OVERVIEW
With a performance road wheel range suitable for light gravel use we also saw the growing demand for gravel specific wheel sets. Designed for agility, built for adventure—the DRIFT CONTROL is all about precision and performance. With its 36mm deep rims, it strikes the perfect balance of lightweight responsiveness and ride compliance. Ideal for gravel races with serious elevation gain, it’s just as ready for ultra-distance challenges or rugged bikepacking expeditions. The 28mm internal hookless rims give you the freedom to choose tires between 38mm and 60mm, so you’re always equipped for whatever terrain lies ahead.
Durability and Handling
Engineered for the wildest rides, DRIFT gravel wheels are built to conquer any terrain with confidence. A unique carbon layup boosts impact resistance, while the hookless rim design delivers unbeatable strength, perfect for racing, exploring, or going full send off the beaten path. With reinforced rear spokes for extra stability and durability, these wheels are tough where it counts. And at just 1,460 grams, the DRIFT wheelset keeps things light, fast, and ready for adventure.
Components include Sapim CX Ray and CX Ray Sprint straightpull spokes and 15mm DT Swiss Prolock external brass nipples in a 2:1 lacing pattern paired with the newly developed FFWD N/GAGE straight pull centerlock disc brake hubs featuring 36 tooth ratchet system with 10 degrees of engagement (F: 12/100mm, R: 12/142mm).
The DRIFT CONTROL is also available with DT Swiss DT240 EXP hub here.
Hookless Rim Design
The DRIFT CONTROL hookless rim features an internal width of 28mm, compatible with all tubeless tires and offers the use of a broad range of tire options from minimum 38mm up to 60mm with a maximum tire pressure of 50 psi/3.5 bar.
While weight is not the most important specification, the DRIFT CONTROL wheel set comes in at a mere 1460 grams on the scale. As with all FFWD Wheels the DRIFT CONTROL comes as a complete package with 32mm tubeless tape and tubeless valves in a protective FFWD padded wheel bag.
For an overview of the complete DRIFT CONTROL N/GAGE specifications, download the datasheet here.
SPECIFICATIONS
- 700c 36mm tubeless ready full carbon clincher
- Gravel specific hookless rim design
- UV Protected Decals
- ETRTO 28-622
- Spoke Count: 24H Front/24H Rear
- Lacing Pattern: 2:1
- Hub Option: FFWD N/GAGE 36T Straight Pull Center Lock 12mm Thru Axle
- Hub Spacing: Front: 12/100mm, Rear: 12/142mm (QR adapters available)
- Components: Sapim CX Ray / CX Ray Sprint spokes, 15mm DT Pro Lock Brass Nipples
- Freehub: Shimano 10-12spd/SRAM 10-11spd, SRAM XDR 12spd, Shimano Microspline, Campagnolo N3W 13spd
- Color(s): Matte Black
- Weight: 1460 grams +/- 5% (set)
- Rim Width Outside: 35mm
- Rim Width Inside: 28mm (hookless)
- Recommended Tire Width(s): Min: 38mm, Max: 60mm
- Maximum Tire Pressure: 50 psi/3.5 bar
- Maximum Recommended Rider Weight: 265lbs/120kg
- Accessories: FFWD padded wheelbag, installed tubeless rim tape and 50mm valves
Note: Use of 32mm tubeless rim tape is required.
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