RaceFace Next R31 Carbon Wheelset Review

Race Face has been in the mountain bike component business for a long time, and it’s clear that they applied their years of expertise and experience in the design of their Next R31 carbon wheels. The “R” in the name stands for Rally, and along with the other Next R Carbon products in their lineup, they are made with a burly carbon construction intended for aggressive trail, all-mountain, and enduro style riding. Testers found these wheels to be rally-ready, with a modern 31mm internal rim width that pairs well with current tire width trends. Design features like their oversized Vault hubs and 4.5mm rim offset help to improve the bracing angle, spoke balance, and overall wheel stiffness delivering a precise yet comfortable feel. The freehub engagement, 3 degrees, is outstanding and some of the best we’ve tested. Race Face also stands behind the Next R31 wheels with a 2-year no-fault guarantee. Check out our review of mountain bike wheels to see how it ranks versus competitors.
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