Aerodynamic wheel design has shifted from pure depth to airflow management, and Reserve's 77|88 Turbulent Aero wheelset represents this evolution in carbon fiber. The mixed-depth configuration pairs a 77mm front rim with an 88mm rear, acknowledging that the front wheel encounters undisturbed air while the rear operates in the turbulent wake of frame, legs, and drivetrain. This approach optimizes each wheel for its actual operating conditions rather than defaulting to matched depths that ignore real-world aerodynamics.

Reserve's Turbulent Aero rim profile uses a blunt leading edge and controlled surface textures to manage airflow separation at crosswind angles where traditional deep sections become unstable. The design maintains attached airflow across a wider range of yaw angles, which translates to consistent handling when conditions turn gusty rather than the sudden steering inputs that plague some aero wheels in crosswinds. At 77mm front and 88mm rear, these rims push into territory where aerodynamic gains become substantial—but only if the rider can actually control the wheels in variable conditions.

The DT Swiss 240 hubs anchoring this wheelset bring their ratchet engagement system and proven reliability to the build. The 36-tooth ratchet provides quick engagement for accelerations out of corners, while the straight-pull spoke configuration simplifies service and improves power transfer to the rim. Hub internals use DT's standard cartridge bearings, which are serviceable and replaceable without specialized tools.... Read More