They arent first to the carbon clincher market, but mavic believes they have solved the heat issue that plagues the segment. Mavic cosmic carbone 40c elite vision metron 40 clincher nuttadon. Cosmic carbone 40 c the first reliable carbon clincher mavic. The allnew cosmic carbone 40c isnt a fullcarbon clincher as we know it. Theyre fast and stiff, with dependable braking performance, but the high price is hard to digest and theyre not especially light. The cosmic carbone 40s stand roughly at the midpoint of the cosmic line of wheels. The c stands for clincher and, in a first for mavic, its all. Thanks to the exclusive tgmax technology, mavics carbon clincher solution is the most reliable and dynamic clincher wheelset ever. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite shimano hub white for sale. Mavic cosmic carbon 40c introduction cosmic carbone 40 c. At races all over the world, the yellow and black of mavic can be seen on racers and as the neutral support provider. At only 1690g with a 45mm deep rim, this wheel system now offers the perfect balance of light weight and aero efficiency.
Specialized venge, cosmic carbone 40c elite, shimano. In fact, they got beat out by a number of competitors, both in the. Surprisingly, the cosmic carbon 40 cs are mavics first ever carbon fibre clincher wheels. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite wheelset probikekit uk. The cosmic carbone 40c is mavic s first carbon clincher wheelset. Very simply, this alloy rim bed insert acts like a sort of heat sink, drawing the heat away from the carbon braking surface. Mavics cosmic carbone 40c carbon clinchers are not light, in either weight or on the pocket. Mavic cosmic carbone for sale in uk view 26 bargains. Mavic cosmic carbone slr in very good condition, hardly used, still with some wrapping on it. Regarding the carbone 40 elite vs the 40c, they use the exact same rims and spokes and come with the same tires, weight is identical between them as well, the only difference based on specs listed and visual inspection is the hub casing on the 40c is the carbon body vs standard shell. The 52mm aero carbon rims features elliptical sidewalls to reduce weight and inertia plus aluminum ub control braking surface for predictable and weatherproof braking.
Kit 10 aero ftnds cc 40 c black spoke 277mm while stock last. Introducing mavics cosmic carbone 40c combining strength and reliability of alloy clinchers with the weight and aerodynamic performance of. After extensive windtunnel testing, mavic delivers the cosmic carbone 40 c, the choice of numerous worldtour squads and fast riders everywhere. Specialized tarmac on mavic cosmic carbone sl duration. Zipp 303 firecrest carbon clincher or mavic cosmic carbone 40c.
Mavic has unveiled its new carbon clincher, the cosmic carbone 40c, and initial testing is positive all around. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite 23 clincher wheelset 2016. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 c wheeltire set clincher city bikes. We have great prices on bikes, components and clothing, as well as free delivery available. Zipp 303 firecrest carbon clincher or mavic cosmic carbone. However, last season, mavic introduced a new carbon clincher based rim design in the clincher version of the mavic cosmic cxr 60 c wheels and later the cosmic carbone 40 c. Save mavic cosmic carbone ultimate to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. On the face of it, the cosmic carbone 40c is a fullcarbon wheelset but, look beneath the surface and it remains a hybrid. Starting with the rim, mavic puts a lot of technology into this set. Mavic was hesitant to join the carbonclincher crowd. The cosmic pro carbon shows the benefits of mavic advancing wheel technology. Its a market segment with something of an, erm, unreliable, history. The 40mmdeep carbon rim uses bladed steel spokes to achieve one of the more aero wheels in the peloton.
Mavic cosmic carbone 40c wheels rkp red kite prayer. The mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite clincher wheelset strikes a balance between the aerodynamics of carbon rims and the costefficiency and durability of an alloy clincher. A complete wheel package, the mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite 23 clincher wheelset 2016 is the ultimate in fast wheelsets, ideal for road, time trials and triathlons. When we tested the mavic cosmic carbone 40 wheels for the september 2014 issue of velo magazine, they didnt do all that well. These wheels used mavic s tgmax hybrid carbon clincher rim construction and were. Specialized venge, cosmic carbone 40c elite, shimano dura ace. By mixing the best properties of aluminum, carbon and resin, the french wheel maker says they have finally been able to create a carbon clincher that meets their standard. Mavic cosmic pro carbon aero wheelset cons and pros of riding on those wheels.
Com mavic wheels cosmic cxr 60 tubular cosmic cxr 60 clincher cosmic carbone ultimate 14 cosmic carbone 40 tubular cosmic carbone 40 clincher cosmic carbone sls cosmic elite s aksium s 14 white and red crossmax slr 650b 27. We have great prices on bikes, components and clothing, with free delivery available. They felt fast and passed the bling test but left us wanting more for our money. Carbon clinchers have traditionally suffered from being. Mavic cosmic carbone sls wheelset the colorado cyclist. Test ruote mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite bici da corsa mag. Buy mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite wheelset here at probikekit usa. Mavic sell the cosmic carbone 40cs as a complete wheeltyre system. Cosmic carbone 40 c the first reliable carbon clincher. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 c wheels first look and ride bikeradar. Designed with on the road and in the wind tunnel feedback, the cc40 features mavic s pioneering wheel tyre system, which.
Ruote mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite lordgun online bike store. The best combination of reliability and lightweight for the most versatile aero wheelset. While this wheelset isnt as light as some of mavic s highesttier offerings, it makes up for any gram differences with a much more walletfriendly price tag and durability. Light, fast and stiff with famous mavic durability, the mavic cosmic carbone 40 c wheelset is the worlds first reliable carbon clincher and the. The main body of the rim is carbon fiber that is bonded to an aluminum reinforced rim bed. Around 15 years ago i bought my first set of mavic cosmic wheels.
I can purchase either set for just about the same price with the rei coupon out right now. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite wheelset probikekit canada. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 c wheeltire set clincher contes. The culmination of this hard work is the mavic cosmic carbone 40c a 1,545 gram, 40mm deep section wheel heralded as the first reliable carbon clincher.
This is a licketysplit clincher, and has basically been in the line for years. By combining mavic exclusive materials and processes, developers were able to produce an extremely. Light, fast and stiff with famous mavic durability, the mavic cosmic carbone 40 c wheelset is the worlds first reliable carbon clincher and the most versatile, aerodynamic wheelset ever. A pair of mavic cosmic coal slr wheels for 2 mavic cosmic pro carbon wheels. Buy mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite wheelset here at probikekit uk with great prices on bikes, components and clothing, and with free delivery available. That mavic has newer wheels has led the yellow company to nudge this down the line and it is now a value like never before. Mavic cosmic carbone 40 c carbon clincher wheelset 2014. With fantastic low weight and the reliability of an alloybraking surface, the mavic cosmic carbone sls sets a high standard for aero carbon clincher wheels. Thats exactly whats happened with the new cosmic carbone 40 c. Test des roues mavic cosmic carbone 40 c et elite matos. The 40mm deep rim of the mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite is actually a unique combination of an aluminum alloy exoskeletal system surrounded by carbon fiber. In the intervening years, every set of mavic wheels ive riddenksyriums and morehave proven to be reliable, ultratrue and stiff, and all of them have rolled like those hubs from 89.
Jun 25, 2010 the cosmic carbone slr sits at the top of mavics line of clincher wheels and gets the special ssc special service course designation. But unlike the previous cosmic carbone versions, the new wheels no longer use a heavy aluminum. The mavic cosmic carbone 40c wheelset combines an aerodynamic rim and reliable braking with reasonable weight in what is a thoroughly. The cosmic pro carbon was originally used primarily for fast, flat races, but incremental improvements have given it the versatility it was once missing. The new 25mm wide rim shape is naca compliant for low drag and. By its nature aluminium is an excellent thermal conductor and is also able to cool quickly. Even if trickledown economics never seemed really to work, trickledown technology in the cycling industry has helped a lot of us budgetminded cyclists to be able to buy the equipment wed like at a price we can afford. Mavic has a long history in cycling, and specifically in manufacturing wheels. With the mavic cosmic carbone 40 elite wheelset, you will certainly feel that the french company really wants ever. Mavic have never had a carbon clincher wheelset in their range, at least not until the cosmic carbone 40c was launched earlier this year with. The mavic cosmic carbone 40c wheelset combines an aerodynamic rim and reliable braking with reasonable weight in what is a thoroughly useable everyday carbon clincher. Looks can be deceiving take a quick glance at the sleek carbon exterior of the 40c and you wouldnt be blamed for thinking that it.
While i had heard of the very nice cosmic carbone 40 c, i had not heard of the elites. While not strictly a full carbon wheelset it uses a minimalist aluminium bed and spoke inserts mavic say the carbonaluminium hybrid is one of the safest carbon clinchers. After the success of mavic s cosmic carbone 40 c last year, mavic have produced a more affordable version for the wider market. Mavic has lots of expertise with alloy rims, and knows that aluminium is better at dissipating heat than carbon, so felt this was the best approach.
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