Fulcrum Wind 40 DB
From 812.41
Shimano Dura Ace WH-R9170 C40 TL Disc
1,699.00
Fulcrum Wind 55 DB
964.69
Fulcrum Wind 40 DB vs. Shimano Dura Ace WH-R9170 C40 TL Disc vs. Fulcrum Wind 55 DB
This is what our customers think
Reviews
Pros
Good looks (2x) |
Stickers can come off |
Sleek wheels |
Nice combo aero and still reasonably light |
Tubeless ready out of the box |
Finish |
Cup & Cone bearings |
Great looks! |
Price/quality |
Whisper quiet |
Top workmanship |
Cons
Finish |
Hubs |
crosswind sensitive |
Lettering is sensitive to scratches |
Weight |
Could be more aero |
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According to the product specialist
Pros
The 40 mm rim height makes the Wind 40 DB wheels very versatile; high enough for aerodynamic advantage, but low enough for use on windy roads. |
It is possible to fit tires from 23 mm to 42 mm. This ensures that the Wind 40 DB wheels can be used in both your racing bike and gravel bike. |
Thanks to the Fulcrum 2-WayFit technology, it is possible to mount both clincher and tubeless tires. |
The sealed bearings in these wheels run smoothly and at the same time are well sealed against water and dirt. |
Because of the incredibly beautiful appearance of these wheels you risk getting stared at. |
One of the highest quality wheelsets available. |
Cup cone bearings prevent friction in the hub and last much longer with light maintenance than industrial bearings. |
Lightweight, aerodynamic and good braking performance with disc brakes. |
Thanks to the rim height of 55mm, the Wind 55 DB wheels give you a great aerodynamic advantage over lower wheel sets. |
It is possible to fit tyres from 25mm up to 50mm. This makes the Wind 55 DB wheels suitable for both road and gravel bikes. |
Thanks to the Fulcrum 2-Way Fit technology it is possible to mount both clincher and tubeless tyres. |
The sealed industrial bearings in these wheels spin smoothly while being well sealed against water and dirt at the same time. |
The great looks of these wheels will make you the centre of attention with your cycling buddies. |
Cons
The Wind 40 DB wheels give you less aerodynamic advantage than the higher Fulcrum Wind 55 DB wheels. |
Only available with AFS Centerlock brake disc attachment. If you are driving with 6-hole brake discs, you will need to purchase new brake discs. |
The wheelset has a rather basic look next to the large Dura Ace stickers. |
The Wind 55 DB wheels are less universal than its ‘little brother’ Wind 40 DB due to the deeper rim. |
Only available with AFS Centerlock discs. If you ride with 6-hole brake discs, you will need to purchase Centerlock discs. |
Specifications
Bearing Type
Industrial
Cup-Conus
Industrial
Wheelset
Wheelset
Wheelset
1588 grams
1715 grams
Rim Depth
40 mm
37 mm
55 mm
Rim Material
Carbon
Carbon
Carbon
109 kg
120 kg
109 kg
Rim Width
27 mm
24 mm
27 mm
Rim Width (internal)
19 mm
17 mm
19 mm
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Tubeless
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Tubeless
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Tubeless
Nipple Type
External
Internal
External
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
SRAM XDR 12 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
SRAM XDR 12 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed 10 - 11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed 10 - 11 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
SRAM XDR 12 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
SRAM XDR 12 speed
Number of spokes in front wheel
24
24
24
Number of spokes in rear wheel
24
24
24
Brake Type
Disc - Centerlock
Disc - Centerlock
Disc - Centerlock
Quantity
1 piece
Wheel bags included
No
No
No
100 x 12 mm axle
100 x 12 mm axle
100 x 12 mm axle
142 x 12 mm axle
142 x 12 mm axle
142 x 12 mm axle
Spoke Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Nipple Material
Aluminum
Aluminum
Aluminum
Straight Pull
Straight Pull
Straight Pull
Brake pads included
No
No
No
Quick Releases included
No
No
No
Decal Colour
Grey
Grey
Grey
2 years
3 years
2 years
No
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
44 mm
47 mm
50 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
44 mm
47 mm
50 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
44 mm
47 mm
50 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
35 mm
37 mm
40 mm
42 mm
44 mm
47 mm
50 mm
Collection
2022
2020
2022
1620 grams
1680 grams
28 inch (700c)
Colour
Black
Brown
Brown
Black
Black
Aerodynamic wheels
Lightweight climbing wheels
Aerodynamic wheels
> 55 mm
> 70 mm
< 45 mm
25 to 28 mm
25 to 28 mm