Category: Carbon Bike Wheels
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Carbon Clinchers vs. Aluminum + Carbon Rims
At FLO we have two construction methods for our carbon wheel rims. The first is a Carbon Clincher rim, and the second is an Aluminum + Carbon rim. You may wonder what the differences between the two rims are and why you would want one vs. the other. This article will answer those questions by…
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Tire Dimensions for Road Bikes
Have you ever wondered if the dimensions of your tire can make you faster? Can they improve your aerodynamics or lower your rolling resistance? Perhaps speed isn’t your primary concern. You might be trying to figure out if a particular tire will fit on your bike without rubbing the frame. As the owners of a…
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How Much Time Will FLO Wheels Save Me?
Legacy Article: The data discussed in this article is taken from our previous generation of wheels. The benefit of aero race wheels is that they reduce your overall drag and make you faster. In 2012, I wrote a blog article that discussed how much time you’d save by reducing your drag while traveling at speeds…
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Rim Brake Vs. Disc Brake – What’s The Difference?
UPDATED: 08/16/2021 Early 2020, we released our third generation of FLO Wheels that included All Sport and Gravel wheels. With updated technology, these wheels were optimized for aerodynamics and rolling resistance, proving that wider is faster. If you have a road or tri bike, The All Sport Series features Disc Brake wheels to accommodate disc brake bikes. How do you know which carbon wheels will fit…
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Are The Small Details Slowing You Down?
You’ve wanted a new set of race wheels or a bike for a long time. For months you’ve dreamed of making the purchase, but that pesky electrical bill kept getting in the way. Then, after what felt like an eternity, the day finally comes. You’ve padded your bank account with just enough money, and you’re…
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Carbon Clincher Brake Track Testing
If you’ve been researching carbon clinchers, you’ve likely come across a thread on a forum where someone has melted their wheels while braking. That’s a scary thought. Do all carbon clinchers melt? The quick answer is no. We’ve done a lot a testing to ensure our new Carbon Clinchers pass safety standards so you won’t…