Big Fella Deluxe Disc | Strong wheels for big riders

Description

If you are 100kg+ or are looking to load your bike up for touring and fear that your factory wheels are not up to the job. You’re going to need the strongest road disc wheels around. Our Big Fella Deluxe Disc wheelset is for you.

This is the Deluxe version of our popular Big Fella Disc wheelset hand built by Strada with the renowned Hope PRO5. Hand built in our workshop in West Sussex, it’s designed with the heavier rider and touring rider in mind. We use a high quality rim and hub combination. These are laced for maximum strength using a 32 hole 3 cross for both the front and rear. For a very strong wheelset the Big Fella Deluxe Disc doesn’t break the scales either, weighing a respectable 1985 grams for the pair. Rim tape is fitted as standard and also comes with our true for life warranty.

The Big Fella Deluxe Disc Rim & Hub Spec

For 2021 we have updated the rim to the wider 20mm internal version (DT Swiss RR521) model. The new rim is now optimised for 28mm tyres but can also support tyres from 25mm up to 40mm. This tubeless ready rim is 32mm in depth and has an internal width of 20mm. The rim is laced with Sapim Black Bladed Race spokes with brass silver-plated nipples for a strong yet comfortable good-looking wheelset.

• A high quality, robust semi-aero road rim with a 20 mm internal width / 24 mm outer ideal for modern road tyres.
• 32 mm deep section boosts aero performance and enhances mud shedding for cyclocross use.
• Strength Boost Welding Technology creates a perfectly welded join for a durable, reliable rim.
• Machined sidewalls for powerful braking on a consistent sidewall surface.
• PHR washers assist the ABS nipples to naturally align perfectly with your chosen spokes, increasing stiffness and durability with no weight penalty over traditional eyeleted rims.
• Unique process for the black coating produces a tough and durable finish.
• Outer width: 24 mm, Inner Width: 20 mm, Height: 32 mm
• Tubeless Compatible: This wheel set is fitted with Tubeless rim tape. However, it is also compatible with standard tyres and tubes. We recommended an inner tube valve length of 50 – 60mm

Due to the DT 350 Hub not being available in the correct configuration. We are now using the Hope’s bombproof PRO5 hub

The Hub Spec

For the Big Fella Deluxe Disc wheelset we use the bombproof Hope Pro5 C-Lock hubs, manufactured in the UK. These offer quality press fit bearings that are easy to service. The Hope Pro5 C-Lock available in Shimano HG 8-9-10-11-12 speed, Microspline (For new GRX 10-45 / 10-51 ratios) ,Sram XD/R, Campagnolo, 10-11-12 speed, free hub configurations.

The Hope Pro5 road hub is perfect for the rider looking for a high performance hub at a competitive price point, with increased durability.

Hope Pro5 hubs have earned their legendary reputation for quality and performance and now include a steel freehub body as standard.

The Pro5 press fit assembly, allows the hub to work in almost any currently existing axle configuration, therefore, making them compatible with almost every bike. The contact free seals and high precision build guarantee smooth bearings; every bit of the rider’s energy is transformed into forward momentum. These features and the super lightweight design of all the hub parts highlights the racing legacy of this classic hub.

Pro5 Facts

• Improved sealing to stop dirt ingress and to reduce drag
• New Labyrinth seal has zero drag for incredible freewheeling performance 
• New Pawls/Springs design to increase longevity, load capacity & a reduction of drag. 
• Increased engagement from 44 to 108 with a new offset 6 pawl freehub design 
• Wire cut pawls from high strength steel for maximum strength. 
• New step down axle design for a stiffer more durable freehub 
• New hub body profile for increased stiffness without adding weight 
• Fully serviceable and rebuildable with simple tools 
• Available with all modern freehub bodies 
• End spacers can be easily swapped to suit different frame and axle standards Centrelock disc fitting

Spokes + nipples

For the Big Fella Deluxe Disc build, we use Sapim black race spokes for strength. To eliminate the spoke nipple from losing tension under high loads, we use a silver and brass plated spoke nipple with a plastic insert.

Note: Also, we have added more freehub body options & Axle types to cover all group sets. Please select freehub body type/axles in the drop-down menu.

This wheel set is Tubeless compatible. However, it’s also compatible with standard Tyres and Tubes (for this set up we recommended a valve length 50-60mm). Our Tubeless Valves and Sealant kit options are available to purchase in the drop-down menu.

(Please Note: Tubeless compatible rim tape is fitted as standard)