VISION is expanding its gravel offering with the new SC45 SL i30, a wheelset designed for riders who demand confidence, versatility and performance across a wide range of terrain. – Vision Tech USA
Combining a 45 mm full-carbon rim with a 30 mm internal width, the SC45 SL i30 is built as an all-round, race-driven gravel solution, balancing responsiveness, durability and reliability when the road gets rough.
“In gravel, maximal losses are much bigger than marginal gains”, Lachlan Morton
Lachlan Morton’s quote tells a lot about what GRAVEL means and what is important to Gravel Cyclists of all types.
Since day one, VISION evaluated WHAT an all-round race-driven Gravel wheel needs to be and HOW it needs to perform.
“Gravel is just dirtier, bumpier road riding. It’s usually more remote. So, with every pedal stroke, the products have to withstand more repeated forces, and with the added remoteness, RELIABILITY is crucial since often these are solo or self supported outings”, said Lachlan Morton
“DURABILITY, ease of use and maintenance as well as mechanical performance are weighted higher, in my opinion”
“So, DURABILITY becomes a bigger factor. I’ve used the (Carbon) MTB rims a lot for that reason. It gives you a really fun, robust setup and provides plenty of confidence. It’s something you’re happy to push and won’t worry about”.
Technical Information
- Full carbon 45 mm depth rim
- 30mm internal width
- 700c rim
- 54T VISION V-600 Ratchet Hub
- 2:1 aero bladed direct pull spokes
- 6 sealed cartridge bearings (2F + 4R)
- Center lock rotor mount
- Freehub options: Shimano MS12, Shimano HG, SRAM XDR, Campagnolo N3W
- Rim Depth -45mm
- Inner Rim Width – 30mm
- Outer Rim Width – 34mm
- Weight – 1,542 Grams a Pair
Tire Width Compatibility
ETRTO sets uniform engineering standards, load limits, and exact millimeter dimensions for tires, rims, and valves.
With a 30mm internal width, compatible tire widths range from 47-71mm. With new dedicated GRAVEL wheel models across the market, tire manufacturers have also begun focusing on their own validation tests for compatibility for tire widths that may fall outside the ETRTO width standards.
Pricing
- $US $1,494
- $CAD $2,300
Learn more at the Vision Tech USA Website