Specialized Roval Alpinist CLX III Wheels - White

Roval Alpinist CLX III – The lightest and fastest carbon wheels ever

The fastest way to reach the top

The Roval Alpinist CLX III represent the pinnacle of Specialized technology: ultralight, responsive road wheels designed for epic climbs and race performance. With a total weight of only 1,131 g, these carbon wheels are 134 g lighter than the previous model, offering a real advantage on every ascent.

Made in collaboration with Arris, they integrate aerodynamic composite spokes, 20% stronger than steel, saving 103.5 grams per wheel system. The combination of lightness, stiffness, and strength allows an explosive response to every acceleration — the ideal choice for those aiming for the polka dot jersey or their new personal record.

Strengths

• Ideal use: road races and climbs

• Total weight: 1,131 g (with tape and valves)

• Hubs: internal components DT Swiss 180 EXP, 36 teeth

• Spokes: aerodynamic composite Roval Aero by Arris, +20% strength compared to steel

• Number of spokes: 18 front / 24 rear

• Recommended tires: 28 mm

Complete technical specifications

Rims

• Front model: Alpinist CLX III Carbon Clincher, 700c (CR2474)

  • Depth: 33 mm

  • External width: 26.5 mm

  • Internal width: 21 mm

  • Bead Hook Width: 2.75 mm

• Rear model: Alpinist CLX III Carbon Clincher, 700c (CR2475)

  • Depth: 33 mm

  • External width: 26.5 mm

  • Internal width: 21 mm

  • Bead Hook Width: 2.75 mm

• Rim construction: Carbon Clincher Hooked

• Wheel size / ETRTO: 622 × 21 (700c)

• Holes: 21H front / 24H rear

• Tubeless compatibility: Yes

• Insert compatibility: Yes

• Brakes: Disc (Centerlock)

• Valve: Roval Tubeless Valve alloy 50 mm

Hubs

• Front: Roval Low Flange Road Hub, Center Lock, 12x100 mm, 19 mm OD End Caps (LF21-F)

  • Bearings: DT Sinc Ceramic – DS/NDS: 6802 (15x24x5 mm)

• Rear: Roval Low Flange Road Hub, Center Lock, 12x142 mm (LF19-R)

  • Bearings: DT Sinc Ceramic – DS: 1526 (15x26x7 mm), NDS: 6802 (15x24x5 mm)

  • Freehub body: DT Swiss Ratchet EXP (36T), compatible with Sram XD-R

Spokes and Nipples

• Front spokes: Roval by Arris, aerodynamic composite with titanium ends (T-head), 21 pcs – DS: 281 mm / NDS: 294 mm

• Rear spokes: Roval by Arris, aerodynamic composite with titanium ends (T-head), 24 pcs – DS: 292 mm / NDS: 288 mm

• Spoke pattern:

  • Front: Two-Cross / Radial (2:1)

  • Rear: One-Cross / Three-Cross (2:1)

• Nipples: Arris MK4 Spoke Nipple Alloy, 6 mm

Tires

• Approved width: 24 mm – 38 mm

• Maximum pressure:

  • Tubeless: 110 psi

  • Tubular: 130 psi

  • Tires 36–38 mm: 60 psi

• Tire type: Clincher Tubeless & Clincher Tube Type

• Tubeless tape width: 25 mm

• Recommended tire: RapidAir TLR, 28 mm

Weight

• Front wheel: 518 g (with tape and valve)

• Rear wheel: 613 g (with tape and valve)

• Complete set: 1,131 g

Additional details

• Included accessories: 4 extra spokes and nipples, Roval Wheel Bag, Shimano HG 11/12v freehub body + end caps (rear wheel only)

• E-bike compatibility: No

• Certifications: ISO 5775-2, UCI Approved

• Rider weight limit: 125 kg (275 lbs)

• Assembly: Hand built (assemblate a mano)

• Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty