2023 Reynolds Blacklabel 309/289 Xc
ReynoldsThe all new Blacklabel 309/289 XC wheelset is designed to push the limits of aggressive XC racing and riding for ultimate performance. Featuring a new low profile and wide channel rim that increases cornering speed, direct power transfer, and improved compliance. The Reynolds proprietary hubs are fully CNC machined with Industry Nine Hydra internals resulting in instant 0.52° engagement for immediate power delivery. Our IDM (Impact Dispersing Matrix) rim construction delivers industry leading impact resistance and durability with a lifetime warranty.
KEY FEATURES
•Premium wide XC wheelset specifically created for high level aggressive XC riders looking for next level precision and ride quality
•Only 1486g per wheelset
•IDM (Impact Dispersing Matrix) material in both front and rear rim for superior impact strength and
industry leading durability.
•Front wheel with 30mm internal channel and a low profile provide increased steering precision and traction
•Rear wheel with 28mm internal channel and a low profile provide increased compliance and tracking.
•Reynolds proprietary hubs by Industry Nine with
HYDRA internals and .52° engagement.
•Lifetime Warranty
•30-Day Customer Satisfaction Guarantee
arantee
SPECIFICATIONS
•Outer Rim Width - Front: 35.5mm | Rear: 33.5mm
•Internal Rim Width - Front: 30mm | Rear: 28mm
•Rim Depth: 21mm
•Rim Material: Carbon Fiber
•Rim Construction: Hookless tire bead, tubeless-ready, Mountain Rim 5 (MR5) Construction •Technology
•Rim Size: 29”
•Hub: Front i9 Hydra | Rear i9 Hydra
•Spoke Type: Sapim CX-Ray
•Nipple: External Alloy
•Engagement: .52°
•Spoke Count: 24 Front, 28 Rear
•Brake Interface: Center Lock
•Freehub: Shimano HG, Shimano Micro Spline, or SRAM XD
•Wheelset Weight: 1468g (set), Front (689g), Rear (797g)
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
•2x45mm Tubeless Valve Stems
•28mm Tubeless Tape installed
•Reynolds Owner's Manual
Reynolds/I9 proprietary Blacklabel Hydra hubs. These hubs are fully CNC machined with an instant .52° engagement for immediate power delivery.
309/289 XC features a 30mm internal width front rim paired to a 28mm internal width rear. We have chosen a mixed width for a variety of reasons. Wider rims allow you to run lower pressure, increase traction, and add precision to your steering. However, wider rims can also result in a less compliant and bumpier ride. To avoid the later we have reduced our rims profile to 21mm. By reducing the depth, we have improved overall compliance and comfort while simultaneously offering all the benefits listed above that come with a wider rim.
IDM is our Impact Dispersing Matrix, a combination of high-quality carbon fiber and a unique resin with exceptional impact dispersing characteristics. Used in our BLACKLABEL 309/289 XC and DH wheels we optimize the layup schedule to improve impact strength, tune ride quality and achieve very low weights all without sacrificing durability. With durability proven on the WC downhill circuit our IDM material stands alone in its strength to weight ratio.