After years of research and development, Elitewheels engineers have made advancements in maximizing a rim’s durability and responsiveness while reducing material, allowing for the next generation of Marvel wheels to be significantly lighter, despite increasing inner and outer rim widths to support wider tires.
The Marvel 50D II was designed to be an all-around wheelset that performs well on the flats, hills, and mountains. The wheelset weighs just 1500 grams for the pair, making it a serious upgrade over alloy wheels for the amateur rider. The U/V-shaped rim profile improves lateral airflow, increasing stability on fast descents and in windy conditions.
In addition to optimizing the rim design, the second generation of Marvel wheels comes with several upgrades, namely ETRTO-compliant reduced hooks to offer better aerodynamics, comfort, and traction, Alpina Ultralight Aero spokes, and lighter rims.
Specification
| Rim | |
| Series | Marvel 50D II |
|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 700c |
| Tire Compatibility | Clincher / Tubeless |
| Rim Depth | 50mm |
| Inner Width | 23mm |
| Outer Width | 31mm |
| Hub | |
| Front Hub Spacing | 12x100mm |
| Rear Hub Spacing | 12x142mm |
| Bearings | S&S Ceramic bearings |
| Brake Compatibility | Disc (Center Lock) |
| Freehub Type | 4 Pawls |
| Freehub Compatibility | Shimano / SRAM XDR |
| Spoke | |
| Front Spoke Pattern | 2X / Radial (2:1) |
| Rear Spoke Pattern | 2X / 1X (2:1) |
| Spoke Count | 21F / 24R |
| Spoke Type | Alpina Ultralite Aero |
| Nipple Type | Alloy Secure Lock |
| Other | |
| Rim Finish | UD Glossy |
| Weight (Pair) |
50 mm: 1500 g ±30g (without valves/tape) 65 mm: 1580 g ±30g (without valves/tape) |
| Extras | Rim Tape (Installed), Tubeless Valves (Installed) |
| Rider Weight Limit | 270lbs / 120kg |
| Compatible Tire Sizes | 700 x 28–40C |
| Certification | UCI Approved |
WARRANTY POLICY
What isn’t covered under the warranty?
- Vulnerable parts such as bearings, valves, quick releases, thru axles, and brake pads.
- Improper assembly or maintenance.
- Installation of parts, accessories, or tires that are not originally intended for, or compatible with, the rims/wheels.
- Damage or failures caused by a crash, accidental damage, misuse of the product, heat damage (typically caused by the wheel sitting too close to vehicle exhaust), non-compliance with manufacturer specifications of usage, or any other external factors.
- Use of straight gauge spokes.
- Exceeding the wheel’s maximum weight limit
- Exceeding the tire pressure found on the wheel’s product page
- Riding in terrain and conditions not suitable for the type of wheels ridden
- Using a wheel not designed for eMTB riding on an eMTB