ROL Wheels Race SL wheelsets - clincher


  • Average Rating: 4.93/5
  • MSRP: $ 625.00
  • # of Reviews: 54

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ROL Wheels

Product Description

The RACE SL is truly a world-class wheelset! We designed it to dominate the competitive field of high-end wheelsets. The ride quality and comfort of this wheelset is truly special and is fast becoming a favorite among cyclists throughout the country. The RACE SL is a perfect choice for the cyclist looking for precise handling, stiffness and ride quality. This hand-built wheelset is perfect for road racing, criteriums and triathlon. Hand-built in Denver, Co with SAPIM CX spokes, Brass DT ProLock Nipples, our own proprietary 3-D Forged Alloy Hubset and sealed cartridge bearings, these wheels combine the strength and stiffness required by elite athletes.

-27mm Aero Rim Shimano Compatible
-SAPIM CX Spokes Campagnolo Compatible
-Brass DT ProLock Nipples Includes Skewers
-20 spoke front - radially laced Total Weight: 1555gr
-24 spoke two-cross rear Sealed Cartridge Bearings


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Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by IML a Recreational Rider from

Date Reviewed: January 3, 2012

Strengths:    spin forever, light, solid

Weaknesses:    none

Bottom Line:   
First serious road bike and these don't seem to disappoint. I'll follow up with more once I have more miles on the wheels.

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Favorite Ride:   any

Price Paid:    $250.00

Purchased At:   ebay

Similar Products Used:   none

Bike Setup:   Jamie Xenith Elite
Sram Force


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Niel MacConnell a Recreational Rider from

Date Reviewed: January 1, 2012

Strengths:    Faster speed, weight, tight feel to the road, great looks

Weaknesses:    none so far

Bottom Line:   
I shed 2 lbs off the weight from the Madone 4.5 by replacing the stock Bontrager wheels that came with the bike by replacing them with the Race SL wheels. The finish and looks of the wheels are excellent and look very aerodynamic. The wheels have a very tight and responsive feel on the road. My average speed on my routine rides are on average 1.75 mph faster than the stock wheels. I will be buying a set of the D'Huez wheels in January for my Hybrid

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Favorite Ride:   route 66 California Desert

Price Paid:    $625.00

Purchased At:   ROL wheels

Bike Setup:   Trek Madone 4.5 triple with 105s , Serfas saddle


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by utefan001 a Road Racer from

Date Reviewed: September 26, 2011

Strengths:    acceleration, climbs

Weaknesses:    none

Bottom Line:   
During the last 3 years I have used Neuvations on both of my bikes. I did not want to spend a lot of money and besides I didn't feel my legs were worthy of a an expensive wheel set. The various Neuvations I have used were not bad, but these Race SL wheels are so much better. I am significantly faster on these wheels. Not doubt about it.

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Favorite Ride:   10AM

Price Paid:    $650.00

Purchased At:   store.rolwheels.com

Bike Setup:   Caad 9


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Dakota schaeffer@ymteam a Road Racer from

Date Reviewed: September 13, 2011

Strengths:    these wheels have a great exelleration to them for sprinting and also great for climbing

Weaknesses:    none

Bottom Line:   
I have used these wheels for training rides and most races and they perform amazing. The only problem i have had with them was a spoke braking and that wasn't ROLs fualt. it was simply a dropped chain into the spokes in a race. and I got spokes the next day shipped to my house. Great customer service! I would recommend these wheels to anyone!

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Favorite Ride:   All rides

Price Paid:    $650.00

Purchased At:   ROLwheels.com

Similar Products Used:   mavic elites

Bike Setup:   fuji sst 3.0 with sram force


Overall Rating:5
Value Rating:5
Submitted by Forrest a Recreational Rider from

Date Reviewed: August 21, 2011

Strengths:    Strong
Clean Design
Hub function
Great Spokes


Weaknesses:    A little heavier than true climbing wheels

Bottom Line:   
The RACE SL may just surprise you as it did me. I was looking for a reasonably priced everyday wheelset, this meets the requirements. Out of the box the wheels were true and felt light. After a year they are still true even after 2000 miles inclding several large bumps. Rol has done a great job balancing weight and durability. I am right around 190, so not the lightest rider and usually to heavy for true climbing wheels. These light enough and tough. If you are a heavier rider or pushing weight limits these are a great choice as they can handle up to 220lbs. I would highly recommend these and say ROL on!

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Favorite Ride:   Rollers

Price Paid:    $550.00

Purchased At:   ROL

Similar Products Used:   Williams WS30
Easton Circuit


Bike Setup:   Parlee Z4
SRAM Force /RED
sub 15lb (54cm)



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