SHIMANO WH-R8170-C50TL (ULTEGRA) | Versatile Carbon Wheels for All Rides

ULTEGRA grade all-around wheels that offer a good balance of lightness and aerodynamic performance.

The WH-R8170-C50TL is an all-around carbon wheel that meets the ideal of road riders who want to cruise comfortably on flat roads and ride nimbly on climbs.

The 50mm-high full carbon rim balances excellent aerodynamic performance with ease of handling. By adopting the same rim profile as the DURA-ACE R9200 series, it enhances efficiency during high-speed cruising while providing a comfortable ride for long rides and courses with ups and downs. It is a versatile wheel suitable for everything from races to weekend cycling.

Features

• Adopts the same rim profile as the DURA-ACE R9200 series
• Excellent cruising performance from 50mm high full carbon rim
• All-around design balancing lightness and aerodynamic performance
• Tubeless compatible for improved comfort and rolling performance
• Compatible with 11-speed and 12-speed road cassettes

SPEC

• Rim: Full Carbon (CFRP) / Rim height 50mm / Inner width 21mm / Outer width 28mm
• Tire type: Tubeless compatible
• Compatible tire sizes: 700×25-32C
• Brakes: Centerlock disc brake compatible (140mm rotor compatible)
• Axle standard: Front 100×12mm E-THRU / Rear 142×12mm E-THRU
• Weight: Front 698g / Rear 872g

The 50mm height offers an excellent balance of cruising performance and handling, making it suitable for a wide range of rides, from flat-dominated routes to courses with ups and downs. It's also an easy height for those trying deep-section rims for the first time.

It is recommended for use in races, as well as for those who want to enjoy long rides and event rides more comfortably. This is a highly complete ULTEGRA carbon wheel with aerodynamic performance inherited from DURA-ACE.