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You Can't Beat Carbon

Made to be ridden hard, an optimized unidirectional layup makes this wheelset fast and capable of weathering any XC or trail abuse you can serve up.

Well Spoken

Laced with reliable, double-butted straight pull spokes, the Next SL has perfect spoke tension balance for just the right amount of wheel stiffness.

At The Center Of It All

A proven performer, the super high engagement Vault hub uses one spoke length and is compatible with several cassette options (Incl. Micro Spline).

The SL is for Super Light

Taking trail riding to the next level, the NEXT SL wheelset is lightweight for XC hammering, yet wide and burly enough for full confidence on that spicy line choice. UD carbon layup and Vault hubs give you super-fast times, durability and wide smiles.   

Next SL Wheels

Regular price $839.99

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How to choose a wheel

Wheel Size (IN) 29

Position F

Axle Options 15 x 110 Boost - F

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Lifetime Warranty, Crashes Included.
Next SL Wheels

Rider Style

XC
Trail
All Mountain
Gravity
eMTB

Specs

Color Black
Includes 5 extra spokes included with rear wheels
Material UD carbon
Nipples Black alloy nipples
Ext Rim Width 31 mm
Int Rim Width 26 mm
Spoke Butting 2.0/1.65/2.0
Spoke Count 28
Spoke Head Type Straight pull
Spoke Lacing 3X
Spoke Offset 3 mm
Tubeless Tubeless ready
Weight 1555 g (29")
Weight Conditions Wheelset

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Customer Reviews

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Carl H.

After riding the British Columbia Bike Race (BCBR) in 2018, then seeing these wheels on top finishers in BCBR 2019, I had to get a set of the Next SL wheels for my "TrailCountry" build. What is that? Take a 2019 Rocky Mountain Instinct C70 with 140/140mm travel and swap in a set of Next SL wheels and a Next R 35mm riser bar and you have 20mm more travel than the average "DownCountry" set up. Trail Bike with XC capabilities, not a true XC race machine, but great for XC that I ride and can still take on the BC XC races that cross into trail / enduro territory up in Squamish BC or the North Shore BC.

The Next SL 26 internal rims set up by hand and sealed instantly with Maxxis Forekaster 29x2.35 EXO; easiest tubeless set up to date and I swap out tires all the time depending on the weather and ride location. Compared to the stock alloy RaceFace AR 27.5 internal stock rims (also a great set of trail wheels), the Next SL wheelset are around 1lb (454 grams) or more lighter and this definitely shows when riding as the rotation mass is less and the front end is easier to lift over terrain. The Vault hub engagement is instant and responsive with the pawl buzz noticeable but not too loud, sounds like a Murder Hornet tearing through the trails.

The 2 year warranty period is nice; however, some manufacturers have longer and even lifetime warranty. This might be the only thing to point out for review.

What's next? Will swap out the dropper post for a Next SL carbon post for a "TrailCountry XCO" summer XC setup.

Highly recommend the Next SL wheels and Next R 35 bars. Cheers and safe riding.

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Paul

Excellent wheel. Extremely light.

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tyler

Love using these for xc riding and light trail! Haven’t had any issues so far

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tyler
Great wheels

Love using these for xc riding and light trail! Haven’t had any issues so far

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Jamie

Fast to spin up, confident in corners

Frequently asked questions

Do these wheels include a lifetime warranty?

Yes, the Next SL Wheelset is backed by an exceptional warranty:

  • The wheelset includes a comprehensive Lifetime Warranty.
  • This warranty explicitly covers damage from crashes, providing superior protection and peace of mind even during aggressive riding.
Are these wheels tubeless compatible?

Yes, the NEXT SL wheels are Tubeless Ready, making them compatible with tubeless tire setups for improved traction and reduced pinch flats.

How lightweight is this carbon wheelset?

Yes, the NEXT SL wheelset is highly lightweight, optimized specifically for fast Cross Country (XC) performance and efficiency.

  • The construction uses an optimized unidirectional (UD) carbon layup to reduce rotational mass.
  • The complete 29-inch wheelset weighs 1555g.

This low weight, combined with the super high engagement Vault hubs, makes the wheelset fast rolling and responsive, ideal for riders seeking an excellent balance between lightweight XC efficiency and trail durability.

Are these wheels ideal for XC and Trail riding?

Yes, the Next SL wheels are specifically designed for Cross Country (XC) and Trail riding, bridging the gap between efficient racing and aggressive durability. They are ideal for versatile setups.

  • XC Performance: The optimized unidirectional (UD) carbon layup provides low weight and reduced rotational mass for fast rolling and climbing.
  • Trail Capability: They are built with the strength and 26mm internal rim width required to withstand demanding technical sections and modern tire profiles.
Are extra spokes included with the wheels?

Yes, five extra spokes are included with the rear wheels, which is a great bonus for maintenance and potential repairs.

Is the rim wide enough for modern tires?

Yes, the rims feature a 26mm internal width and a 31mm external width, providing a wide platform that is well-suited for modern cross-country and trail tires.

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