The Shamal name carries weight in cycling history as the wheel that introduced high-profile aerodynamics to road racing in 1992. This Dual Profile iteration builds on that legacy with a wind tunnel-refined design that pairs a 45mm front rim with a 40mm rear, creating different aerodynamic profiles optimized for each wheel's specific role. The asymmetric depths reduce crosswind sensitivity at the front while maintaining aero efficiency at the rear, and the combination delivers stable handling when gusty conditions would push around wheels with matching depths.

Carbon construction uses Campagnolo's C-LUX finish, which refers to the unpainted unidirectional carbon surface where the resin thickness controls the exterior rather than added layers of paint. The finish sheds grams compared to painted rims and creates a smooth surface for tubeless tire seating. The 23mm internal width accommodates tires from 28mm up through gravel widths without the tire profile ballooning or compromising handling. Campagnolo's 2-Way Fit system works with both clincher and tubeless setups, and the rim construction eliminates spoke holes on the inner surface through their MoMag nipple system, which means tubeless installation requires no rim tape.

The G3 spoke pattern arranges twenty-one aero-profile steel spokes in groups of three with a two-to-one ratio between sides. On the front wheel, more spokes sit on the disc brake side to handle braking forces. On the rear wheel, the cassette side gets the spoke majority to manage drivetrain loads during pedaling and braking simultaneously. The pattern creates balanced spoke tension that increases stiffness for power transfer while the grouped arrangement reduces vibration transmission compared to traditional lacing. Each wheel is hand-built by a Campagnolo technician and electronically checked for tension uniformity and true before leaving the factory.... Read More