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Mavic Crossmax XL Pro WTS 27.5/29″

Pedigree, reliability and simply fast as hell

In recent months we’ve ridden a lot of the Mavic Crossmax XL Pro WTS 27.5/29″ wheels, especially on the Specialized Enduro and Mojo/Nicolai Geometron. As a premium product, Mavic are often at the top of many upgrade lists when it comes to wheel choice. Mavic have been in the wheel and rim game for an eternity and there are countless generations of their wheels still out there on the trails. The wheels look great and this; along with Mavic’s pedigree only add to their desirability.

“All Mavic’s knowledge from their previous ST, SX and Enduro Crossmax range has been distilled into this XL model”

Mavic launched the Crossmax XL a few seasons back and replaces the Enduro wheelset, a favourite of ours in 2014. Mavic now market these as wheel and tyre system (WTS) and although we don’t always get on with the tyres here in the UK the new Crossmax XL is an awesome wheelset.

Sitting below the DH rated DeeMax wheels, the Crossmax XL covers all bases from hard trail bike use through to EWS enduro racing. All Mavic’s knowledge from their previous ST, SX and Enduro Crossmax range has been distilled into this XL model.

The cartridge bearing hubs are one of the most versatile on the market. All axle sizes are available including the Lefty fork from Cannondale. The 23mm (internal) rims have added strength to the sidewall, important now many mid travel bikes are being pushed into technically demanding terrain, and are UST tubeless ready. The inter-spoke milling saves weight and gives that distinctive Mavic look. The spokes also are distinctively Mavic too. Twenty-four chunky Zicral aluminium spokes help give that urgency that make these wheels so great under power. The spokes are also laced differently front and rear: Crossed up front to aid vertical compliance, and using Mavic’s Isopulse principle on the rear to assist power transfer.

On the trail these wheels never disappoint. A flash of yellow, always fast and smooth, and often feeling much lighter than the 1700g weight. Tough, long lasting, and with exceptional after-sales service and warranty, these are our favourite 27.5” enduro wheelset.

 

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