{"id":63922,"date":"2023-07-20T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T16:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/?p=63922"},"modified":"2023-07-20T16:17:21","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T14:17:21","slug":"specialized-announce-new-traverse-mtb-wheels","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/specialized-announce-new-traverse-mtb-wheels\/","title":{"rendered":"Specialized Announce New Traverse MTB Wheels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Carefully Engineered To Be Ridden Recklessly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Specialized have announced a new line-up of three Roval Traverse wheelsets. Each model\u2014Traverse SL II, Traverse HD, Traverse ALLOY\u2014was developed around the pillars of durability, performance, and control, yet each with a specific application. Check out the full press release below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Traverse SL II | Smoother is Faster<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Trail riders who prize nimble handling will be blown away by Traverse SL II\u2019s category-leading control, strength-to-weight ratio, and pinch-flat resistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Lighter: At 1,645 grams<\/strong>, this is our lightest trail wheelset ever.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Stronger: Front and Rear Specific Rims with carbon layups optimized for strength and weight boast 15% greater front wheel strength and 25% more rear wheel strength than the previous Traverse SL.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Control-Boosting vertical compliance: 21% more vertically compliant than the previous Traverse SL (delivered through Shallow Rim Shape and front\/rear specific layup) enables enhanced terrain hugging and bump-force absorbing control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Traction Monster: Carefully engineered rim shape intentionally flexes for improved support and traction to boost confidence and control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tough Life, Long Life: Engineered rim offset enables balanced spoke tension for improved fatigue life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sayonara Pinch Flats: Optimized “Flat Top” bead profile requires 85% more force to pinch flat compared to a standard round bead, virtually eliminating “snake bites.”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Air Time: Thank our genius engineer Chuck Teixeira for inventing the \u201cRoval ThreadBed Valve\u201d; a valve that threads directly into the rim eliminating compression nuts, air loss from rim flex, and makes tire set-up easier, and reduces sealant clogs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • INTENDED USE: Trail<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • WEIGHT (29): 1,645g 240 EXP (with valve and tape)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • SPOKE COUNT F\/R: 28H Front and Rear<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • HUB: DT Swiss 240 EXP and 350 Star Ratchet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • HUB ENGAGEMENT: 36 Teeth \/ 10 Degrees<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • WHEEL SIZES: 29<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lifetime warranty on Roval Wheels when registered within the first 90 days of purchase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 2 Year \u201cIt Happens\u201d No Fault Crash Replacement – If you damage your Roval product while riding within the first two years of ownership and it\u2019s not covered under warranty, we\u2019ll still replace or repair. USA Only and wheels must be registered.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Structural Weight Limit (Rider & Cargo) – 125kg \/ 275lbs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Traverse HD | Survival of the Strongest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    More Than the Strongest Carbon Wheelset In Our Known Universe, Traverse HDs deliver unbeatable control and pinch-flat resistance in severe terrain, unlocking progression in the bike park, on a trail ride, or on an EWS track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Strong Like Bull (no bull): Our strongest off-set rim shape molded with optimized carbon fibers for front and rear specific characteristics, add up to our strongest carbon trail wheels we have ever made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Smooth and Strong: Front layup delivers a smooth, control-enhancing ride, while the rear optimizes stiffness & impact strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • High Precision Handling: The fusion of control and durability; where stiffness meets grip, HD glues you to your line and snaps you to the next with precision and speed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Sayonara Pinch Flats: Optimized “Flat Top” bead profile requires 85% more force to pinch flat compared to a standard round bead, virtually eliminating “snake bites.”<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Air Time: Thank our genius engineer, Chuck Teixeira, for inventing the \u201cAirChuck;\u201d a valve that threads directly into the rim eliminating compression nuts, air loss from rim flex, makes tire set-up easier, and reduces sealant clogs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • INTENDED USE: Aggressive Trail, Park, Enduro<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • WEIGHT (29): 1,706g 240 EXP (with valve and tape)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • SPOKE COUNT F\/R: 28H Front and Rear<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • HUB: DT 240 EXP and 350 Star Ratchet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • HUB ENGAGEMENT: 36 Teeth \/ 10 Degrees<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • WHEEL SIZES: 29 (F\/R) 27.5 (R)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Lifetime warranty on Roval Wheels when registered within the first 90 days of purchase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • 2 Year \u201cIt Happens\u201d No Fault Crash Replacement – If you damage your Roval product while riding within the first two years of ownership and it\u2019s not covered under warranty, we\u2019ll still replace or repair. USA Only and wheels must be registered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Structural Weight Limit (Rider & Cargo) – 125kg \/ 275lbs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Traverse Alloy: Nothing Can Stop it. Full Stop.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      The Traverse Alloy rim geometry is optimized for strength, crafted with our most durable alloy, and laced to DT 350 hubs with stout Sapim spokes and Sapim alloy nipples. What does it all add up to? A wheelset that hits harder, holds up longer, and inspires you to go bigger and farther than any other trail wheel out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • The engineered rim shape emphasizes the durability and strength of alloy; creating our most durable alloy wheel we have ever made.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • New 6013 alloy material finished with shot peening for impact strength and fatigue strength.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Engineered rim offset enables balanced spoke tension for improved fatigue life to keep you rolling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Ride quality and impact targets derived from our factory enduro team riders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 30mm internal rim width optimizes tire shape for the best traction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Engineered bead shape ensures the bead bends inward for air pressure \/tire retention under impact, so you can always finish your ride.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Weight (27): 1900g (with valve and tape)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • INTENDED USE: Trail, Park, Enduro<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • WEIGHT (29): 1,904g (with valve and tape)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • SPOKE COUNT F\/R: 28H Front and Rear<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • HUB: DT 350 Star Ratchet<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • HUB ENGAGEMENT: 36 Teeth \/ 10 Degrees<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • WHEEL SIZES: 29 (F\/R) 27.5 (R)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Lifetime warranty on Roval Wheels when registered within the first 90 days of purchase.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • 2 Year \u201cIt Happens\u201d No Fault Crash Replacement – If you damage your Roval product while riding within the first two years of ownership and it\u2019s not covered under warranty, we\u2019ll still replace or repair. USA Only and wheels must be registered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Structural Weight Limit (Rider & Cargo) – 125kg \/ 275lbs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        Traverse SL II & HD | Roval ThreadBed Valve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        Air Time: Thank our genius engineer Chuck Teixeira for inventing the \u201cRoval ThreadBed Valve\u201d; a valve that threads directly into the rim eliminating compression nuts, air loss from rim flex, and makes tire set-up easier, and reduces sealant clogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        Traverse SL II 240\/ Traverse HD 240<\/h3>\n\n\n\n