Engineered for polka dot jersey contenders and riders who enjoy fast climbs, the Roval Alpinist CLX III is our lightest road wheelset yet at 1,131g — shedding 134g from its predecessor. A new lightweight hub and Roval Aero Composite Spokes by ARRIS save 103.5g while being 20% stronger than steel. And the proof is in the performance, helping Demi climb the Tourmalet 5 seconds faster than she ever has.
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1,131g Total Wheelset: 518g front / 613g rear — lightest Roval road wheelset ever.
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33mm Symmetric Depth: Shallow profile optimized for climbing and acceleration.
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Roval Aero Composite Spokes by ARRIS: Save 103.5g vs previous gen, 20% stronger than steel.
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DT Swiss 180 EXP Internals: 36T Ratchet EXP engagement, near-instant power transfer.
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21H Front / 24H Rear: Balanced carbon spoke count for climbing stiffness.
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21mm Internal Width: Optimized for 28mm tires, approved for 24mm–38mm.
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Centerlock Disc: Flat-mount ready, 12x100mm / 12x142mm thru-axle.
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Limited Lifetime Warranty: Hand-built, UCI approved.
Use: Road Racing / Climbing. Weight limit: 275 lbs / 125 kg.
The Fastest Way to the Top
1,131g and engineered for climbing. New lightweight hub and Roval Aero Composite Spokes by ARRIS save 103.5g while being 20% stronger than steel — proven on the Tourmalet.
33mm Symmetric Depth
Shallow-profile carbon clincher, symmetric front and rear. Optimized for climbing, acceleration, and crosswind stability rather than absolute top speed.
Roval Aero Composite Spokes by ARRIS
Carbon composite spokes with titanium T-head end pieces. Lighter than steel yet 20% stronger — the key to the 103.5g weight savings over the predecessor.
DT Swiss 180 EXP Internals
36T Ratchet EXP freehub with near-instant engagement. DT Sinc ceramic bearings front and rear. SRAM XD-R compatible.
Tubeless Ready
Designed for RapidAir TLR tires, 28mm optimized. Approved for 24mm–38mm widths. Max 110psi tubeless / 130psi tubed.
Rims
Wheel Size / ETRTO
622 × 21 (700c)
Tubeless Compatibility
Yes
Brake Compatibility
Disc (Centerlock)
Rim Construction
Carbon Clincher Hooked
Valve Stem
Roval Tubeless Valve, Alloy, 50mm
Front Rim
Alpinist CLX III Carbon Clincher, 700c — Depth: 33mm, External Width: 26.5mm, Internal Width: 21mm, Bead Hook Width: 2.75mm, 21H
Rear Rim
Alpinist CLX III Carbon Clincher, 700c — Depth: 33mm, External Width: 26.5mm, Internal Width: 21mm, Bead Hook Width: 2.75mm, 24H
Hubs
Front Hub
Roval Low Flange Road Hub, Center Lock, 12x100mm
Front Hub Bearing
DT Sinc Ceramic Bearings — DS & NDS: 6802 (15 × 24 × 5mm)
Rear Hub
Roval Low Flange Road Hub, Center Lock, 12x142mm
Rear Freehub Body
DT Swiss Ratchet EXP, 36T — SRAM XD-R
Rear Hub Bearing
DT Sinc Ceramic Bearings — DS: 1526 (15 × 26 × 7mm), NDS: 6802 (15 × 24 × 5mm)
Spokes & Nipples
Front Spokes
Roval by Arris, Composite Aero Spoke w/ Ti T-head, 21H — DS: 281mm, NDS: 294mm
Rear Spokes
Roval by Arris, Composite Aero Spoke w/ Ti T-head, 24H — DS: 292mm, NDS: 288mm
Front Lacing
Two-Cross / Radial (2:1), Not Tucked
Rear Lacing
One-Cross / Three-Cross (2:1), Not Tucked
Nipples
Arris MK4 Spoke Nipple Alloy, 6mm
Tire Info
Design Tire
RapidAir TLR, 28mm
Approved Tire Widths
24mm – 38mm
Max Pressure
Tubeless: 110psi / Tubed: 130psi (24mm–38mm); 36mm–38mm: Tubeless 60psi / Tubed 60psi
Weight
Wheelset Weight
1,131g (with valves and tape)
Front Weight
518g (with valves and tape)
Rear Weight
613g (with valves and tape)
General
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Certifications
ISO 5775-2, UCI Approved
Weight Limit
275 lbs / 125 kg
Extras
4 Extra Spokes and Nipples, Roval Wheel Bag, Shimano HG 11/12-Spd Road Freehub & end caps (rear only)