Reserve 28|XC Carbon Wheelset

The LoamLabs Expert Take

When every gram matters, the 28|XC is the answer. As the lightest mountain bike wheelset in the Reserve lineup, it's designed for pure cross-country speed. Its lightweight and compliant rim provides explosive acceleration for punching up climbs and sprinting for the finish line. This is the ultimate choice for the competitive XC and marathon racer.

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  • Reserve 28|XC - LoamLabs
  • Reserve 28|XC - LoamLabs
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The Reserve 28|XC is the race-ready culmination of everything we’ve learned from years at the highest levels of competition. 

At 1387g for a complete DT Swiss 180 hub wheelset with tape and valves (AND no rider weight limit and lifetime warranty), the 28|XC features a wider and lower rim profile than our previous XC race wheels, increasing strength and lateral rigidity while adding vertical compliance. 

The new rim shape also eases tubeless tire installation and improves tire bead retention at lower pressure. The Reserve 28|XC is sturdy and strong enough for a rowdy XC ride, but light and fast enough for a jaunt on the World Cup XC circuit.

Now with BERD Spoke options!

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Details

Designed For XC Riding and Racing
Wheelset Weight DT 180 - 1387g: DT 240 - 1433g: DT 350 - 1491g
ERD 597mm
Inner Width 28mm
External Width
Depth 20mm
Spoke Count 24
Recommended Tire Dimensions 2.2 to 2.5
Freehub Options XD, Microspline, HG
Disc Style Options Centerlock
Hub Spacing Boost 15X110 F, 148X12 R
Rim Weight 385g

  • Spoke Reinforcements

    Reserve uses externally reinforced spoke holes to strengthen the area where the rim sees the most force, around the spoke nipple. This provides for improved strength without adding unnecessary weight.

  • Redesigned Rim Bed

    The 28|XC's redesigned rim bed eases tubeless installation, with a shaped rim bed utilizing offset spoke holes that allows the tire to easily push past the bead bump to seat tubeless tires.

  • Asymmetrical Design

    Asymmetrical rims front and rear make for a stiffer, stronger and more reliable wheels by improving the bracing angles and equalizing the spoke tensions between the drive and non-drive side spokes.