Shimano RS81 C50
772,59
Shimano RS81 C50
Elitewheels Marvel 50V
579,20
Elitewheels Marvel 50V
Scope S4
965,01
Scope S4

Shimano RS81 C50 vs. Elitewheels Marvel 50V vs. Scope S4


Shimano RS81 C50
Elitewheels Marvel 50V
Scope S4
Shimano RS81 C50

772,59

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Elitewheels Marvel 50V

579,20

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Scope S4

965,01

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This is what our customers think

Reviews
Pros
-
Light (2x)
Don't notice anything different about braking performance vs alloy
Good price quality
Comfort
Stiffness
Looks and sound
Value for money
Mountain stiffness
Cons
-
Gathers scratches quickly
Slightly wind sensitive
Brake surface wear
n/a yet
Discreet stickers
Hubs not streamlined enough

According to the product specialist

Pros
Same rim as the more expensive Shimano Dura Ace C50 rims.
Steel body, so the cassette won't bite into the body.
Combination of a deep section carbon rim and the stopping power of an aluminium rim.
All-round deployable 50mm high carbon wheels for rim brakes with a low weight of 1615g.
The rim width of 28mm gives a huge aerodynamic advantage and feels stable in the wind.
Strong and durable Pilar straight-pull spokes for instant power transfer and less chance of spoke breakage.
The set uses semi-ceramic bearings for low rolling resistance and maximum wattage gains.
The internal rim width of 17mm allows riding tyres of 23-33mm.
The low weight of only 1555 grams in combination with the 45mm high rim, makes the Scope S4 wheels a very good all-round wheelset that can compete with the Zipp 303.
The highly developed carbon brake surface can withstand temperatures of up to 280 degrees and performs well in all conditions, even in the rain!
The pre-installed tubeless rim tape makes the wheels tubeless in no-time; this ensures more comfort, lower rolling resistance and higher puncture resistance.
An extended warranty period of 3 years and a lifetime crash replacement program give you a lot of security with Scope!
Scope wheels are developed in the Netherlands in cooperation with Schwalbe, SKF, TU Eindhoven and TU Delft, so high quality is guaranteed.
Cons
The deeper rim makes the wheel heavier.
The internal rim width of 17mm lags slightly behind the trends but allows 23mm to be fitted.
There is not much choice in brake pads. For the best braking performance and long life of the rims you should use Scope brake pads.
The carbon rim brake structure makes this wheel less suitable for long mountain descents with the risk of blowouts or rim deformation.

Specifications

Bearing Type
Cup-Conus
Industrial
Industrial
Type of wheel
Wheelset
Wheelset
Wheelset
Weight (weighted by Mantel)
1908 grams
Rim Depth
50 mm
50 mm
45 mm
Rim Material
Carbon
Carbon
Carbon
Maximum Total Weight
120 kg
130 kg
95 kg
Rim Width
22.6 mm
28 mm
26 mm
Rim Width (internal)
15 mm
17 mm
19 mm
Tyre Type
Folding tyre
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Folding tyre
Tubeless
Nipple Type
External
External
External
Body Type
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed 9 - 10 - 11 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
SRAM Race 10/11 speed
Shimano Race HG 9-12 speed
Number of spokes in front wheel
16
18
18
Number of spokes in rear wheel
21
21
21
Engagement
10 degrees
Brake Type
Rim brake
Rim brake
Rim brake
Brake Surface Material
Aluminium
Carbon
Carbon
Wheel bags included
No
No
No
Axle System Front Hub
100 x 5 mm QR
100 x 5 mm QR
100 x 5 mm QR
Axle System Rear Hub
130 x 5 mm QR
130 x 5 mm QR
130 x 5 mm QR
Spoke Material
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Nipple Material
Brass
Aluminum
Aluminum
Spoke Type
Straight Pull
Straight Pull
Straight Pull
Brake pads included
No
Yes
Yes
Quick Releases included
Yes
Yes
Yes
Decal Colour
Grey
Black
Black
Shimano Cassette
10 - 11 speed
Warranty
2 years
3 years
3 years
Extended warranty
No
Yes
Yes, after registration
Crash Replacement
No
Yes
Yes
Suitable tyre width
23 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
23 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
33 mm
25 mm
28 mm
30 mm
32 mm
Collection
2025
2025
Weight provided by manufacturer
1615 grams
1555 grams
Wheel Size
28 inch (700c)
Colour
Black
Black
Black
Wheel characteristic(s)
Aerodynamic wheels
Aerodynamic wheels
Required valve length
> 60 mm
> 60 mm
Tyre width recommended by Mantel
25 to 28 mm
25 to 28 mm
Hookless?
No
No