FARSPORTS DISC CARBON WHEELSET Test & Review

[Rabble]

Quick question: My girlfriend owns a 2021 Trek Emonda SL6 with a frame Treks says is capable to handle 28mm tire clearance. When I look at the current 28mm, there is plenty space.
Do you think we can upgrade to the Farsports New 2025 with 30mm outer size and also with GP 5000 in 30mm?
Or is it too risky?

Why not just ask a friend with a similar size tire if you can try to install a wheel? Surely you know someone that can help with this.

[Blurrr001]

Iam currently trying to decide between the CRW 50/60 and the Farsport Evo S

CRW ( Craft Racing Wheels) 50/60 - Seem to be more comfortable ( not as stiff ) as the EvoS, have had some bearing issues in the past, rim has been built specifically to use with carbon spokes, ride weight of 100kgs I assume due to lower spoke count, seems to have some imperfections typically in the gloss rims, and 25mm front internal 21mm back internal, not a fan of the 21mm internal on the back seems a bit outdated but I suppose there doing it to fit more frames, but overall most people seem to like them, and also seem to be fast, claimed weight - 1290Grams

EvoS - S5/S6 58/50s - Sound like they are stiffer then the CRW 120k rider weight, rims off shelf not specifically made to use with carbon spokes, but seem to be a little more durable, I know some say ceramic bearings aren’t a necessity on bikes, but considering its $600 to buy the wheel bearings directly from Ceramic Speed, and for only $200 more then the steel you get the Ceramic Speed version seems like a steal IMO. The 24mm internal for both front and rear seem more appealing to me then the CRWs, claimed weight - 1240Grams

So question would be which would you guys choose, Seems like buying the stiffer set and running 30mm tires makes better sense then running 28s on the softer CRWs ( and iam sure they are not soft, but using that as a comparison to the Evos Ss) Aestheticly I like the look of the CRW over the far sports with the silver lines on them, which these manufacturers would just leave them blank and throw in multiple decal options.
Sorry for the long winded rant here, but would love and very much appreciate opinions, and if there is another wheel set that compares iam just not aware of iam all ears.

[gloscherrybomb]

Pick the ones you are currently leaning towards. There will be absolutely nothing tangibly different between them.

[Rabble]

Iam currently trying to decide between the CRW 50/60 and the Farsport Evo S

EvoS - S5/S6 58/50s - Sound like they are stiffer then the CRW 120k rider weight, rims off shelf not specifically made to use with carbon spokes, but seem to be a little more durable, I know some say ceramic bearings aren’t a necessity on bikes, but considering its $600 to buy the wheel bearings directly from Ceramic Speed, and for only $200 more then the steel you get the Ceramic Speed version seems like a steal IMO. The 24mm internal for both front and rear seem more appealing to me then the CRWs, claimed weight - 1240Grams

So question would be which would you guys choose, Seems like buying the stiffer set and running 30mm tires makes better sense then running 28s on the softer CRWs ( and iam sure they are not soft, but using that as a comparison to the Evos Ss)
Sorry for the long winded rant here, but would love and very much appreciate opinions, and if there is another wheel set that compares iam just not aware of iam all ears.

The FS rims are configured for using the carbon spoke, specifically. If you were to order the same wheel with steel spokes, the rims drilling would be different.
So, while the rim itself is universal (mostly) the namufacturer will alter the drilling location and angle/size of holes specifically for use with the carbon spokes.

[bobones]

Iam currently trying to decide between the CRW 50/60 and the Farsport Evo S

CRW ( Craft Racing Wheels) 50/60 - Seem to be more comfortable ( not as stiff ) as the EvoS, have had some bearing issues in the past, rim has been built specifically to use with carbon spokes, ride weight of 100kgs I assume due to lower spoke count, seems to have some imperfections typically in the gloss rims, and 25mm front internal 21mm back internal, not a fan of the 21mm internal on the back seems a bit outdated but I suppose there doing it to fit more frames, but overall most people seem to like them, and also seem to be fast, claimed weight - 1290Grams

EvoS - S5/S6 58/50s - Sound like they are stiffer then the CRW 120k rider weight, rims off shelf not specifically made to use with carbon spokes, but seem to be a little more durable, I know some say ceramic bearings aren’t a necessity on bikes, but considering its $600 to buy the wheel bearings directly from Ceramic Speed, and for only $200 more then the steel you get the Ceramic Speed version seems like a steal IMO. The 24mm internal for both front and rear seem more appealing to me then the CRWs, claimed weight - 1240Grams

So question would be which would you guys choose, Seems like buying the stiffer set and running 30mm tires makes better sense then running 28s on the softer CRWs ( and iam sure they are not soft, but using that as a comparison to the Evos Ss) Aestheticly I like the look of the CRW over the far sports with the silver lines on them, which these manufacturers would just leave them blank and throw in multiple decal options.
Sorry for the long winded rant here, but would love and very much appreciate opinions, and if there is another wheel set that compares iam just not aware of iam all ears.

I'm kind of in the same boat: looking for a light set of 45-60 mm deep wheels with a modern, aero profile for a new SL8. I've almost dismissed the CRWs on the grounds of narrow IW, reportedly poor tubeless tyre retention and dubious logos. The EvoS were front runners, but there are complaints about the finishing quality and durability which are putting me off. I've not yet spotted anything on LightBicycle that's piqued my interest, but this offering from Deerobust could be a winner: 32ew/25iw option, customisable decals, nice rim profiles (according to @toxin), ~ $1000 with standard hubs or ~$1800 with super light Non Plus hubs. FWIW, I built a set of wheels with Deerobust rims about 3 years ago and the quality and durabily has been superb. I would also be interesting in hearing of other options though ...

[gloscherrybomb]

The EvoS were front runners, but there are complaints about the finishing quality and durability which are putting me off.

Where?

[bobones]

The EvoS were front runners, but there are complaints about the finishing quality and durability which are putting me off.

Where?

viewtopic.php?f=132&t=156164&start=3525#p1901280 and some other comments in private message.

[KalleWirsch]

Quick question: My girlfriend owns a 2021 Trek Emonda SL6 with a frame Treks says is capable to handle 28mm tire clearance. When I look at the current 28mm, there is plenty space.
Do you think we can upgrade to the Farsports New 2025 with 30mm outer size and also with GP 5000 in 30mm?
Or is it too risky?

Why not just ask a friend with a similar size tire if you can try to install a wheel? Surely you know someone that can help with this.

Because we don´t own the new Farsports 2025 wheels and I also don´t know a friend owning one.

[gloscherrybomb]

The EvoS were front runners, but there are complaints about the finishing quality and durability which are putting me off.

Where?

viewtopic.php?f=132&t=156164&start=3525#p1901280 and some other comments in private message.

FWIW I haven't noticed any significant imperfections or scratches. Admittedly they haven't been outside yet.

[Rabble]

You dont need the exact rim in order to determine this. Find someone with a set of wheel running a 30mm tire and see if it fits- and how much clearance there is in mm.
On the FS rim, most 30mm tires will measure between 30 and 32mm...so find a rim with something that measures 32mm at the tire and try it. There is your answer is real world conditions.

Quick question: My girlfriend owns a 2021 Trek Emonda SL6 with a frame Treks says is capable to handle 28mm tire clearance. When I look at the current 28mm, there is plenty space.
Do you think we can upgrade to the Farsports New 2025 with 30mm outer size and also with GP 5000 in 30mm?
Or is it too risky?

Why not just ask a friend with a similar size tire if you can try to install a wheel? Surely you know someone that can help with this.

Because we don´t own the new Farsports 2025 wheels and I also don´t know a friend owning one.

[Gattsu]

The EvoS were front runners, but there are complaints about the finishing quality and durability which are putting me off.

Where?

viewtopic.php?f=132&t=156164&start=3525#p1901280 and some other comments in private message.

The farsports are paintless and I have such paintless wheels on my XC where I get a lot from stones etc and they are best for it. If they were painted it would be immediately scratched.

Of course the elite drive looks better with their clear coat finish but it is a pain vs no paint at all. Thats why the farsports are not so heavy like elite drive.
I would not be concern about scratches. My opinion. And my farsports evo s6 are on the way right now

[Requiem84]

Iam currently trying to decide between the CRW 50/60 and the Farsport Evo S

CRW ( Craft Racing Wheels) 50/60 - Seem to be more comfortable ( not as stiff ) as the EvoS, have had some bearing issues in the past, rim has been built specifically to use with carbon spokes, ride weight of 100kgs I assume due to lower spoke count, seems to have some imperfections typically in the gloss rims, and 25mm front internal 21mm back internal, not a fan of the 21mm internal on the back seems a bit outdated but I suppose there doing it to fit more frames, but overall most people seem to like them, and also seem to be fast, claimed weight - 1290Grams

EvoS - S5/S6 58/50s - Sound like they are stiffer then the CRW 120k rider weight, rims off shelf not specifically made to use with carbon spokes, but seem to be a little more durable, I know some say ceramic bearings aren’t a necessity on bikes, but considering its $600 to buy the wheel bearings directly from Ceramic Speed, and for only $200 more then the steel you get the Ceramic Speed version seems like a steal IMO. The 24mm internal for both front and rear seem more appealing to me then the CRWs, claimed weight - 1240Grams

So question would be which would you guys choose, Seems like buying the stiffer set and running 30mm tires makes better sense then running 28s on the softer CRWs ( and iam sure they are not soft, but using that as a comparison to the Evos Ss) Aestheticly I like the look of the CRW over the far sports with the silver lines on them, which these manufacturers would just leave them blank and throw in multiple decal options.
Sorry for the long winded rant here, but would love and very much appreciate opinions, and if there is another wheel set that compares iam just not aware of iam all ears.

I'm kind of in the same boat: looking for a light set of 45-60 mm deep wheels with a modern, aero profile for a new SL8. I've almost dismissed the CRWs on the grounds of narrow IW, reportedly poor tubeless tyre retention and dubious logos. The EvoS were front runners, but there are complaints about the finishing quality and durability which are putting me off. I've not yet spotted anything on LightBicycle that's piqued my interest, but this offering from Deerobust could be a winner: 32ew/25iw option, customisable decals, nice rim profiles (according to @toxin), ~ $1000 with standard hubs or ~$1800 with super light Non Plus hubs. FWIW, I built a set of wheels with Deerobust rims about 3 years ago and the quality and durabily has been superb. I would also be interesting in hearing of other options though ...

What about the No6 50/58 set?

Yes, it's a Farsport. But they look much better (IMO). And they use the 5mm spokes.

[bobones]

What about the No6 50/58 set?

Yes, it's a Farsport. But they look much better (IMO). And they use the 5mm spokes.

Definitely worth considering, but I'll be running 28s so front is probably a bit too wide.

[toxin]

this offering from Deerobust could be a winner: 32ew/25iw option, customisable decals, nice rim profiles (according to @toxin), ~ $1000 with standard hubs or ~$1800 with super light Non Plus hubs.

They're alright, room for improvement but could be a lot worse, should be decently stable in crosswinds.

Not sure what's the deal with non-plus hubs, they're listed at 24 hole now which is overkill for carbon spokes and implies it's their standard hub which wouldn't fit standard carbon spokes

[Requiem84]

What about the No6 50/58 set?

Yes, it's a Farsport. But they look much better (IMO). And they use the 5mm spokes.

Definitely worth considering, but I'll be running 28s so front is probably a bit too wide.

No, front wheel of the 50/58 set is 24internal/31.5 external (or 30.0 external at the hooks).