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Going back to Race Face's roots, the bomb-proof Atlas wheelset is made for mastering the gnarliest DH lines, floating through rock gardens, and sending the sickest booters. Mount up and hold on for the ride.
Atlas Wheels
Rider Style
Specs
| Color | Black |
| Includes | 5 extra spokes included with rear wheels 20 x 110 Boost Front Wheels come with endcaps installed for 20mm axle, but include 15mm axle conversion endcaps as spares. All 12 x 150/157 Rear wheels come with hub endcaps installed for 12 x 157 configurations. Endcaps for 12 x 150 configurations included as spares. |
| Material | Aluminum 6069 |
| Nipples | Black alloy nipples |
| Ext Rim Width | 34 mm |
| Int Rim Width | 30 mm |
| Spoke Butting | 2.0/1.8/2.0 |
| Spoke Count | 28 |
| Spoke Head Type | Straight pull |
| Spoke Lacing | 3X |
| Spoke Offset | 4.5 mm |
| Tubeless | Tubeless ready |
| Weight | 1950 g (27.5"), 2044 g (29") |
| Weight Conditions | Wheelset |
| Spoke Length Front & Rear | 282mm (27.5"), 301mm (29") |
Frequently asked questions
What riding disciplines are these wheels designed for?
The Atlas wheelset is engineered for gravity-focused riding where durability is paramount. They are specifically built to withstand the demands of:
- Downhill (DH) racing
- Enduro
- Bike park riding
These wheels are constructed from high-grade 6069 aluminum with a reinforced, dent-resistant bead design, ensuring they can handle gnarly lines, rock gardens, and significant impacts with ease.
What makes the Vault hub durable for aggressive riding?
The Race Face Vault hub is specifically engineered for high-impact disciplines like downhill and enduro. Its durability comes from several key features:
- Wide Bearing Stance: The wide spacing of the bearings increases the hub’s ability to handle heavy side-loads and rough trail impacts.
- Oversized Shell: The hub features an oversized shell design that maximizes lateral stiffness, ensuring the wheel remains stable and responsive even under extreme pressure.
- Fast Engagement: It offers a rapid 3-degree engagement, providing immediate power transfer that is both reliable and efficient for aggressive riding.
How quickly does the hub engage?
The Atlas wheels are equipped with the high-performance Vault hub, which boasts a lightning-fast 3-degree engagement. This ensures immediate power transfer and a highly responsive feel on the trails.
What is the spoke count and lacing pattern?
The Atlas wheelset is built using 28 double-butted, straight-pull spokes laced in a 3-cross (3X) pattern. This setup, combined with the offset spoke beds, is engineered to provide increased stiffness and better overall balance for aggressive riding.
Is the Atlas wheelset tubeless ready?
Yes, the Atlas wheelset is designed to be Tubeless Ready. This feature is essential for maximizing performance and durability across Gravity, All Mountain, and Trail riding.
Running these wheels tubeless provides several key advantages:
- Superior Flat Protection: Tubeless sealant actively prevents and repairs punctures, minimizing maintenance and maximizing time on the trail.
- Enhanced Traction and Comfort: It allows you to safely run lower tire pressures, significantly improving grip and absorbing trail chatter.
- Optimized Durability: The wheelset’s high-strength 6069 aluminum alloy rims, which feature a specific dent and flat-resistant bead design, are optimized for the aggressive demands of tubeless riding.
What is the total weight of the wheelset?
The weight of the Atlas wheelset depends on the size chosen, reflecting the robust 6069 Aluminum construction engineered for bomb-proof durability and gravity riding:
- 27.5” Wheelset: 1950g
- 29” Wheelset: 2044g