Product Details
OCLV NEXT is a thermoplastic carbon manufacturing process that uses long chain polymers to bond carbon laminates together instead of rigid epoxy bonding agents. The result is a smoother, stronger wheel that offers improved ride feel, better protection against potentially damaging impacts, and all made with a greener, less resource intensive manufacturing process.
Thermoplastic Carbon uses more flexible long chain polymers as the glue that holds the layers of carbon together, instead of the more rigid, brittle epoxy resins used by more traditional Thermoset Carbon manufacturing.
OCLV NEXT delivers a stronger wheel that better protects against harsh impacts and also increases the vibration damping properties of the wheel, allowing for a smoother, faster ride. The manufacturing process is also cleaner and uses less input energy than traditional Thermoset Carbon Construction.
The product graphics are molded into the rim during manufacturing. This both gives the rims a unique natural carbon look and minimizes waste.
None! The unique manufacturing process and laser machined molds produce a final product that comes out of the molds exactly as it is made. The authentic aesthetic not only looks amazing but also saves weight through no added paint or decals and helps drastically reduce the harmful carbon dust created during the sanding and polishing of traditional finishing processes.
The unique rim finish not only provides an authentic aesthetic but also helps reduce up to 95% of the Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) and carbon dust emissions associated with more traditional carbon rim finishing processes.
Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V are made with OCLV NEXT Thermoplastic Carbon construction which provides additional strength and vibration damping. They also have a wider 25mm inner rim width and have the latest Rapid Drive 108 Road hubs with a Splined Drive Ring and updated aesthetics.
Rapid Drive Road hubs offer 108 points of engagement through 6 alternating pawls and a 54-tooth drive ring. Bontrager Rapid Drive 108 Road Hubs are completely serviceable and feature a splined drive ring for added durability and reliability.
Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V are aerodynamically optimized for 700 x 28c tires. Aeolus Pro 49V are actually faster than comparable 51mm depth wheels from the Bontrager lineup when mounted with 700x28c R3 tires.
Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V wheels are assembled in the USA of domestic and foreign components. Rims are manufactured in the USA, while hubs, spokes, and nipples are imported.
Yes, the Carbon Care Wheel Loyalty Program offers no cost replacement for the first 2 years of ownership.
Warrantied for life. All Bontrager carbon wheels are supported by a lifetime warranty to the original purchaser.
V is for Volume. The wider inner rim width provides additional volume for a given tire. More air volume in the tire lets you run less tire pressure for added traction, control, and confidence.
No, Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V are available for disc brakes only.
Yes! We are excited this new material is recyclable and are working with our manufacturing partner on a solution for recycling. We will announce more details as they are available.
The wider inner rim width better supports wider tires and provides additional volume so you can run less tire pressure for added traction and a smoother, faster rolling ride. Additionally, the OCLV NEXT Thermoplastic construction helps damp vibrations to further smooth the ride.
Compatibility
Yes! They are Tubeless ready and can be set up with included rim strips or with tape. As an added bonus, the tubeless tape and tubeless valves are already installed!
No, there is no Campagnolo compatible free hub available.
The smallest tire we recommend for Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V is a 700x28c.
The wheels are aerodynamically optimized for a 700x28c tire but also work great with larger gravel tires.
The max tire size depends on your specific bike models frame and fork clearance.
Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V wheels have no rider weight limits. Follow the weight limit of your bicycle.
Yes, the wider rim provides added tire volume. The difference will depend on the tire used, but as a general recommendation, a 700 x 32c tire's width on an Aeolus Pro 3V Boost would measure closer to a 700 x 35c width as measured on other rims (even though the actual diameter stays the same).
Service Parts
These wheels come with tubeless tape and valves already installed. Add your tubeless tires and sealant and you are ready to roll! They are also compatible with 700c x 25mm Bontrager TLR Rim Strip if you prefer a rim strip over tape.
Aeolus Pro 37V uses a 55mm valve stem part #W578872 (local availability may vary).
Aeolus Pro 49V uses a 67mm valve stem part #W557652 (local availability may vary).
Yes, Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V are compatible with SRAM XDR 12 speed, you will need an XDR driver part #585661 (local availability may vary).
No, Center Lock rings generally come with brake rotors. If you need one, they can be ordered by part #W333810 (local availability may vary).
They ship with Tubeless Ready (TLR) rim tape installed, as well as TLR valves and are ready for tubeless setup.
No, Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V wheels are not available with different colored decals.
No, Aeolus Pro 37V and Aeolus Pro 49V wheels are only available as complete wheels.