The Foundation line is built on the same principles as our premium M Series wheels, and the XC28 is no exception. A simplified laminate allows us to deliver a $1400 carbon wheelset without compromising the ride quality and durability ENVE is known for. Whether on a pure race bike or a downcountry rig, the XC28 delivers best-in-class performance.

POT-HOLE AND IMPACT PROTECTION

Potholes and unforeseen impacts are part of life, but that doesn’t mean they need to ruin your ride. The ENVE XC28 features ENVE’s patent-pending Wide Hookless Bead, which is a design element at the leading edge of the rim that dissipates impact energy and reduces the likelihood of pinch flatting your tubed or tubeless tire​

MOLDED SPOKE HOLE ENVE’s patented process of molding spoke and valve stem holes results in rims that are stronger and lighter. Because carbon fiber gets its strength from continuous fibers, ENVE routes the fibers around the hole without cutting them, increasing the strength of each spoke hole. This technique pays large dividends in the final product by allowing for a lighter spoke face while improving rim strength.​ Because of this process, our spoke holes are capable of maintaining higher spoke tensions, greatly reducing the risk of spoke pull-through and the need to constantly true your wheels. Strong, light, and maintenance-free. ​