Aksium is a great choice for everyday road riding. With a smart balance of high-quality materials and durable construction, it offers aspiring road riders the clear performance benefits of a high-quality wheelset. This Aksium Disc model includes special features aimed at the unique demands of disc brake road bikes. It uses straight-pull spokes for added stiffness and strength, and we also increased the spoke count to 24 on both front and rear wheels. With a 17mm internal width, these rims are compatible with tires up to 32mm, making them versatile, comfortable, and ideal for challenging road conditions. The disc-specific hubs feature super strong QRM bearings that provide low friction and long-term durability. Powerful, reliable disc brakes for added confidence and control - 24 spokes front and rear for optimized brake torque distribution - Disc-brake optimized rim profile - Disc-friendly spoke geometry and lacing pattern Smooth, efficient ride quality - Wider 17mm (inner width) rims allow tires up to 32mm. - High-quality QRM cartridge bearings - Straight-pull round spokes are stronger than J-bend options.