Upgrading your road bike's wheels can make a big difference in your ride experience. There are plenty of factors to consider, like aerodynamics, resistance, comfort and handling performance.As a bonus, most of these wheels can run standard tubeless clincher tires too. The key is that they have horizontal tubeless shoulder steps to hold the tyre's bead securely road bike wheel set tubeless.

1. Reduced Risk of Puncture

Road tubeless is a bit of a revelation. It took some time for them to catch on due to the lack of standards, but once tire and rim brands started working together they've basically caught up to tubular wheels and are now almost as efficient with much lower tyre pressures.With a tubeless tyre, the sealant inside sloshes around and if you do get a puncture the liquid in it will usually plug it without needing to pull over or change the wheel. However, in the event of a major gash you will need to carry a spare tube as the sealant won't always be enough.We have a wide selection of tubeless ready carbon wheels that are perfect for training or competition. We also stock a range of clincher and tubular wheels so you can find the perfect set to suit your needs.

2. Better Road Feel

Road tubeless isn't new but it's exploded in popularity in the last two years as gravel racing has expanded the drop-bar category to tires bigger than 23mm. The system consists of a rim that's compatible with road tubeless tires, a valve and sealant.Value tier wheels often make trade-offs across several criteria but still perform better than most stock wheels. They're usually lighter, less expensive and are great for most road applications." They're optimized for use with road tubeless tires and feature their Smart aero technology. They're available in both carbon clincher and tubular models. They're perfect for everything from a high-mountain ride to your next time trial or triathlon.

3. Lower Tire Pressures

We've come a long way in tire technology and real-world results, and the old-school idea that high air pressure equals fast speed is no longer true. Wider road tires are stiffer, conform to rough surfaces better, and have lower rolling resistance than narrow tires.With a tubeless wheel set, you can run much lower tire pressures on rough roads without any risk of pinch flats. We recommend starting with a pressure that's 10% of your body weight and then fine-tuning as needed. Just be sure to keep enough sealant in your tires (about 30ml or 1 ounce) so they can seal up again after an accidental puncture. This also decreases rolling resistance and improves comfort and grip. This is especially important on wet roads and on descents.

4. Increased Grip

Road tubeless tires maintain momentum better when they hit obstacles, reducing the chance that they’ll slow you down by bouncing off and stopping your forward motion. They also allow you to run lower tire pressures, increasing comfort and grip while riding on rough roads.Despite being made of aluminium, these wheels from  competitively light, at just 1,540g (including valves and spare spokes). Their on-trend 19mm internal width plays nice with road tyres and their hookless bead design makes them easy to set up tubeless, even with a track pump.Most road tubeless wheelsets now offer dual compatibility with standard clincher tyres and tubes, so you don’t have to choose between performance and practicality when upgrading your bike. Look for tubeless-compatible rims with defined standards and a tire manufacturer’s compatibility list.