Hmmm, sub 1,300grams at $1,299. What am I missing here?
I have a 50USD discount code if anyone needs it 
And the main thing about this wheelset⌠carbon spokes !!!
it makes a really huge difference in stiffness !!
I am curious, do you think this makes for a fun climbing wheel, the stiffness?
absolutely yes!! Carbon spokes make a huge difference in the responsiveness of the wheels. I prefer carbon spokes and a weight of 1250g, rather than ordinary steel spokes and a weight of 1100g
nothing missing but a big name brand
You do have to take the availability of spares into account with wheels like this, you will probably not find a spoke or freehub for those wheels at your LBS.
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Hi Sir Teddy! Im seeking Expert Advice: Sub/Around 1000g Wheelset Build with Goldix & Nextie & Carbon Spokes
Iâm in the process of planning a very ambitious build: a 1000g road disc wheelset. Given your expertise in this field, I was hoping you might be able to offer some guidance on a few critical component choices. My component list is starting to solidify, but Iâve run into a potential compatibility issue that I need an expertâs opinion on.Here are the parts Iâve decided on:
Hubs: Goldix 180 Ultra (the set is around 215-220g with an HG freehub).
Rims: Iâm strongly leaning towards the Nextie Alpha 50: because of unheard strenght and weight, although the Light Bicycle Aeria 47/52 are also a possibility.
Spokes: To have any chance of breaking the 1000g barrier, I believe carbon spokes are the only way to go.
This brings me to my main question. Iâve seen information stating that the Goldix hubs are ânot compatible with carbon spokes.â My theory is that this refers specifically to the wider, bladed spokes (e.g., 4.0x1.1mm) which would not fit the standard 2.6mm spoke holes on the hub flange. These ultra-wide spokes were not something I was considering for this project anyway.
On the topic of rims, Iâm interested in the solid rim bed option for a perfect tubeless setup. I previously had a custom set from Light Bicycle with this feature, the only difficulty was the initial process of placing the nipples inside the rim. Nextie also gives that option, should i go for it?
As this will be my first wheelset on carbon spokes, I am navigating new territory. Iâm not a fan of the ultra-thin, slim-looking spokes and aesthetically prefer something a bit wider, perhaps like a 2.3x1.6mm profile, if itâs technically feasible.
With that in mind, I would be grateful for your thoughts on the following:
What are your recommendations for carbon spokes that would be suitable for this build and potentially fit the Goldix hubs?
Iâve heard recommendations for the âCarbon Spoke HUB Factory Storeâ on AliExpress, and someone also mentioned a brand called âStern,â which I canât seem to find. Do you have any experience with these or could you suggest a reliable alternative?
Regarding nipples, what would you recommend pairing with carbon spokes for a high-performance, lightweight build? Are there specific models that work best?
Any advice you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
Honestly I would wait a bit. Overfast has a ~1000g 50mm set coming very soon, plus a few others are coming out with similar specs.
Hi Pawel3373,
Thanks for your message! It looks like youâve got quite a few questionsâIâll do my best to help, especially regarding the Nextie products.
The Alpha 50 rims feature the new ASP reinforcement, which is particularly interesting. Despite the added strength, each rim weighs only 335 grams, which is quite efficient.
As for the Goldix hubs, Iâm not familiar with them specifically. From a fitment standpoint, I donât see any reason why they wouldnât be compatible with carbon spokes, especially considering there are many profiles available on the market. However, Iâm not aware of any other reasons why they might not recommend using carbon spokes, so itâs worth checking with the manufacturer directly to be sure.
That said, for your ambitious weight goals, a standard round spoke is likely the better choice. The Nextie NXTCS05 is a great optionâit weighs just 1.9 grams per spoke. If youâre still considering an aero profile, the NXTCS03 fits standard drilling and weighs 2.6 grams.
You can purchase these spokes directly from Nextie. They feature a titanium head, carbon shaft, and aluminum nipples, which makes for a very lightweight and durable setup.
Based on your hub weight estimate of 220g, if you pair them with Alpha 50 rims and NXTCS05 spokes, your total wheelset weight should come in around 995g. Alternatively, Nextie offers a complete wheelset using their own hubs at 1067g, delivered to your door at a very reasonable price.
Regarding your tubeless setup questionâI always recommend going tubeless. The only downside is that it can be a bit cumbersome during a build or rebuild, but once set up, itâs smooth sailing.
Hope that covers everything! Let me know if you have more questions.
yes, very happy with this on my eie rims with this option, initially a bit more work, but then hassle free tubeless
Do these rims exist?
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Hi daniebr,
Yes, they are available but you will need to either reach out to Nextie dealer or Nextie directly as they are not currently listed in their catalog/website.
They are saying CGX60 is my option now, at 445g it looks pretty similar to your rims.
Combined with 20h Rollingstar III hubs and T-Torque carbon spokes (1,9g) it should be around 1200g.
On Nexties, is the UD Free Coating better than the UD Matte? I donât really understand the differences there. Anyone have pictures of either/both on a complete bike?
And is the NXT60ARX the best option for all around road use (if I want that 60mm depth), or is there another model I should consider?
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Nextie has some good info on the UD free vs Matte on the website:
What is Free Coating Manufacturing for Carbon Fiber Bicycle Rims? .
In regards to if the NXT60ARX is the best option, the answer is it depends - they have so many options its better if you work with what you want vs what you see. The example would be if you want to run 30mm tires and have it optimized you may want to run a wider profile rim. That said, the ARX line is a great choice still, you should just consider what your needs are.
Example: I wanted a 33mm real measured tire, I achieved this on a 25mm IW and 36.5mm OW rim with a 700x30 tire.
Pandapodium is now selling this set from Overfast:
Additionally LightBicycle can build up a set of 55m airia rims to around 1050g.
You can get very similar builds from most of the main brands now.
Thanks. I saw that coating explanation on the site, but it doesnât really explain the difference to the matte and itâs hard to tell visually what they both would look like on the bike. Iâd prefer them not to be too glossy, but that free-coating doesnât seem too bad. Was hopeful to get pictures of both actually on a bike.
As for tire width, Iâll primarily be running 32-35âs (the new conti 700x35 gp5000âs are super intriguing) on my TCR.
Besides the ARX I donât see other options on the site for a wider profile. The CGX60 is basically the same internal and a little wider external, but maybe less aero? The shape seems more bulbous and gravel oriented than aero-road. Iâd prefer not to give up the 60mm depth. So is there something 60mm thatâs better optimized for a 32-35mm tire thatâs not listed on their site?
Itâs pretty tough to tell from photos alone. FCM is essentially raw carbon with a light polishâso it has a subtle sheen. In person it looks quite good, and itâs actually a bit lighter than the matte option as no paint is added.
These wheels are in FCM:
If youâre planning to run tires in that size range, you may want to look at the CGX instead. That rim profile/shape is optimized for larger tires. As mentioned earlier in the threadâand in the link I shared about ARSâtheyâve recently updated the entire CGX rim lineup specifically to address this use case.