{"product_id":"bola-exp-40t-dt-swiss-240s-sapim-cx-ray-tubular-carbon-road-wheels-40mm-rim-brake-25-28mm-1170g","title":"Bola EXP 40T Carbon Tubular 40mm Rim Brake Wheelset DT Swiss 240S","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bola EXP 40T carbon tubular wheelset features a 40mm rim depth and DT Swiss 240S hubs, delivering a balance of aerodynamic efficiency, low 1170g weight, and reliable basalt rim brake surface. Choose between 25mm or 28mm widths for optimized road cycling, racing, or training on a variety of terrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRim Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm medium-profile tubular carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Rim Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25mm (aero) or 28mm (wider tire compatibility)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toray T700\/T800 unidirectional matte carbon, EN 14781 certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrake Track:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basalt-reinforced for rim brake heat dissipation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHub:\u003c\/strong\u003e DT Swiss 240S straight-pull, high-precision bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWheelset Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1170g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTire Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tubular only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Road cycling, training, racing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it Compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBola EXP 40T\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Higher-Performance Wheelset\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRim Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60mm+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1170g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~1350g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRim brake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisc 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open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre 40mm carbon tubular wheels good for both climbing and flat road races?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Bola EXP 40T’s 40mm medium-depth profile provides a versatile balance of aerodynamics for flat terrain and a low weight (1170g) that performs well on climbs, ideal for all-around use in races and training.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"gfai-product-faq\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the advantages of a 25mm vs 28mm external rim width for road cycling?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 25mm rim maximizes aerodynamic efficiency with narrower tires, while the 28mm option supports wider tires for added comfort, grip, and improved ride quality on rougher roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"gfai-product-faq\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a 1170g carbon wheelset with rim brakes compare to disc brake options?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lightweight rim brake wheelset is generally lighter than most disc brake alternatives, offering responsive climbing benefits for riders using rim brake frames, but it is not compatible with disc-only bikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"gfai-product-faq\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a mid-depth 40mm carbon tubular wheelset suitable for training and racing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the Bola EXP 40T is engineered for both high-performance racing and regular training, balancing durability, stiffness, and all-around aerodynamic performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"gfai-product-faq\" open\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow durable is a basalt brake surface on carbon tubular rims for regular use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe basalt-reinforced brake 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