Trail riders who prize nimble handling will be blown away by the category-leading control, strength-to-weight ratio, and pinch-flat resistance of the Traverse SL II i9 1/1. Front and rear-specific rims with carbon layups optimized for strength and weight — 15% greater front wheel strength and 25% more rear wheel strength than the previous Traverse SL.
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1,780g Total Wheelset: 809g front / 971g rear — trail-optimized strength-to-weight.
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Industry Nine 1/1 Hubs: 90 points of engagement, 4° engagement via 6-pawl / 45T drivering.
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20mm Hookless Carbon Rims: Zero bead hook design, 30mm internal width, asymmetric layup.
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Flat Top Bead: U.S. patent pending — 85% more force required to pinch flat vs standard round bead.
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Roval ThreadBed Valve: Threads directly into rim, eliminates compression nuts and air loss.
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21% More Vertical Compliance: Shallow rim shape + front/rear-specific layup.
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Tire Insert Compatible: Works with all standard tire inserts.
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Crash Replacement: 2-year "It Happens" No Fault Crash Replacement.
Use: Trail / Mountain. System weight limit: 275 lbs / 125 kg.
Smoother is Faster
21% more vertically compliant than the previous model — shallow rim shape and front/rear-specific layup enable enhanced terrain-hugging and bump-force-absorbing control.
Industry Nine 1/1 Hub — 4° Engagement
90 points of engagement via 6-pawl driver and 45-tooth drivering. Immediate power transfer from pedals to drivetrain — perfect for ratcheting through techy sections.
Flat Top Bead — 85% More Pinch-Flat Resistant
U.S. patent pending Flat Top bead profile requires 85% more force to pinch flat compared to standard round bead — virtually eliminates snake bites.
Roval ThreadBed Valve
Threaded valve threads directly into the rim — eliminates compression nuts, reduces air loss from rim flex, makes tire set-up easier, and reduces sealant clogs.
15% / 25% Stronger
Front and rear-specific carbon layups optimized for each wheel's role. 15% greater front wheel strength, 25% more rear wheel strength than the previous Traverse SL.
Rims
Model
Traverse SL II Asymmetric, Carbon, 29", Zero Bead Hook Design
Construction
Carbon Clincher Hookless, Tubeless Compatible, Tire Insert Compatible
Valve
Roval ThreadBed Valve, 37mm (Tire Insert Compatible)
Hubs
Front Hub
i9 1/1 J-Bend, 6-Bolt, 15x110mm Boost
Rear Hub
i9 1/1 J-Bend, 6-Bolt, 12x148mm Boost
Engagement
90 points of engagement — 6-pawl driver, 45-tooth drivering (4°)
Freehub Body
SRAM XD (Convertible)
Bearing Type
Sealed Steel Cartridge Bearings
Spokes & Nipples
Front Spokes
DT Swiss Competition Race J-Bend, 28H — DS: 288mm / NDS: 284mm
Rear Spokes
DT Swiss Competition Race J-Bend, 28H — DS: 283mm / NDS: 284mm
Front Lacing
Two-Cross / Two-Cross (1:1)
Rear Lacing
Two-Cross / Two-Cross (1:1)
Nipples
Sapim, Secure Lock Double Square, Alloy, 18mm
Tire Info
Tire Size Range
2.3" – 2.6"
Max Pressure
40 psi (2.3"–2.6")
Weight
Front Weight
809g (including tubeless rim tape)
Rear Weight
971g (including tubeless rim tape)
Wheelset Weight
1,780g (including tubeless rim tape and valve)
General
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty (registered within 90 days)
Crash Replacement
2-Year "It Happens" No Fault Crash Replacement
System Weight Limit
275 lbs / 125 kg
Extras
Roval Tubeless Rim Tape, Roval ThreadBed Valve 37mm, Spare Spoke & Nipple Kit, 31mm Endcaps