Lightweight Fernweg 63 EVO Disc Tubeless Wheelset

The Lightweight Fernweg 63 EVO Disc Tubeless Wheelset is a matched-depth aero wheelset — 63mm front and rear — built for riders who want the aerodynamic advantage of a deep-section carbon wheel without the asymmetric handling character that comes with running a shallower front and a deeper rear. At 63mm, both wheels share the same crosswind profile and steering behavior. The setup feels consistent and predictable on technical descents, open-road crosswinds, and mixed-terrain courses where the 85mm rear would demand more active management. For riders who value confident handling as much as raw speed, the uniform 63mm depth is the right choice.

The Fernweg EVO uses Lightweight's R2R (Rim-to-Rim) spoke design — each carbon spoke runs as a single, uninterrupted strand from rim to rim, passing through the hub without bends, mechanical connectors, or nipples. There are no threaded interfaces to loosen over time, no spoke tension to manage, no hardware points where fatigue accumulates. The carbon fibers stay under constant tension throughout the life of the wheel, delivering consistent stiffness and power transfer from the first ride to the thousandth. R2R is not an incremental improvement over conventional spoke design — it's a structural departure that eliminates the failure modes entirely.

The Pentagon SL Hub reduces total hub weight by 70 grams per set compared to the previous generation. Its polygonal cross-section improves both aerodynamics and disc brake power transfer — the hub shape creates a more direct mechanical path between the rotor and the rim, which sharpens braking feel and improves reliability under sustained hard braking. CeramicSpeed bearings are standard on both wheels, contributing measurably lower rolling resistance than steel bearings across the board, without any upgrade cost. The rim bed is hooked and closed, 700C, with an 18.2mm internal width and 24mm external width, and is certified tubeless ready out of the box. Axle spacing is 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear.

The entire wheelset is built using LCC — Lightweight Custom Composite — Lightweight's proprietary carbon material technology developed over nearly four decades of wheel engineering. Every layer is precisely engineered for the specific demands of this rim profile, balancing stiffness, responsiveness, and long-term durability without compromising on weight. Everything is handcrafted in Friedrichshafen, Germany, and backed by a five-year warranty. Available in Campagnolo, Shimano/SRAM, and XDR Driver freehub configurations.

Design Benefits

1. Matched 63mm depth delivers uniform handling front and rear. Both wheels share the same aerodynamic profile, the same crosswind sensitivity, and the same steering behavior. Riders who prioritize handling consistency — especially on technical courses, long descents, or in gusty conditions — get a wheelset that doesn't require active compensation between the front and rear.
2. 63mm is the optimal depth for versatility across road, triathlon, and mixed-terrain use. Deep enough to generate meaningful aerodynamic drag reduction over a shallow or mid-depth rim, while shallow enough to remain manageable in crosswinds without the concentration demanded by an 85mm rear. The 63mm profile suits a wider range of riding conditions than any single deeper option.
3. R2R spoke design eliminates every mechanical failure point conventional spokes have. No nipples, no threads, no spoke tension drift. Each continuous carbon fiber strand runs from rim to rim under constant tension, maintaining consistent stiffness and power transfer for the life of the wheel.
4. Pentagon SL Hub improves aero, reduces weight, and sharpens disc braking. The 70g-per-set weight reduction over the previous hub is real-world meaningful for a climbing or mixed-profile course. The polygonal shape also improves rotor-to-rim braking force transfer for more consistent feel under load.
5. CeramicSpeed bearings and tubeless-ready closed rim bed are standard, not optional. The hooked, closed design holds tubeless sealant reliably and eliminates tube weight and pinch-flat risk. CeramicSpeed bearings are included from the factory — there's nothing meaningful left to upgrade on this wheelset.

Final Take

The Lightweight Fernweg 63 EVO Disc Tubeless Wheelset is for the rider who wants serious aero carbon wheels with predictable, balanced handling in all conditions. Where the mixed-depth 63/85 configuration is purpose-built for flat, fast triathlon and TT courses, the matched 63mm setup performs confidently across a broader range of terrain — road racing, long sportives, technical triathlon courses, and anything with meaningful elevation or exposure to crosswinds. At $9,250, backed by nearly four decades of German carbon engineering and a five-year warranty, the Fernweg 63 EVO is the right wheel for riders who ride everywhere and want it to work everywhere.