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Bola ELT 450W Carbon Wave Gravel Wheelset 700C

Bola ELT 450W Carbon Wave Gravel Wheelset 700C

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Regular price $579.00 USD
Regular price $650.00 USD Sale price $579.00 USD
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The Bola ELT 450W 700C Carbon Wave Gravel Wheelset - a ~1310g aero gravel set with 45/50mm wave rims and a 25mm internal bed, built in Toray T800 carbon.

When the route leaves smooth tarmac for rough fire roads, the Bola ELT 450W Carbon Wave wheelset keeps speed and control where it matters. Built for competitive gravel racing, endurance events, and mixed-surface adventure, this ~1310g 700C set balances low mass with stiffness and impact resistance.

Buying Guide.

Internal width - 25mm (the only bed offered): run a 35-40mm tire at 40-60 PSI tubeless for fast gravel and all-road, or a 40-45mm tire at 30-45 PSI for rough dirt and rutted tracks.

Max rider weight: rated to 110kg system - light-load riding, not heavy cargo.

Same-depth series: the CLA 45/50 Wave is a narrower, road-first wave at $468 with steel bearings, while the ULT 45G widens further with CX-Ray spokes at $698 - choose this ELT for gravel width with ceramic bearings at mid price.

Adjacent depth: within ELT gravel, the 35G is shallower and lighter for climbing, while this aero wave set prioritises rollout speed on fast straights.

Target Audience & Usage Notes.

For gravel racers, bikepackers (light load), and mixed-surface endurance riders.

Not for heavy cargo or extreme downhill.

Requires a gravel/road disc frame; QR or thru-axle fit.

Max system weight 110kg.

The Ride That Awaits.

Let the paved neutral rollout slip by, then watch the surface turn to crushed shale - the wide bed settles a 40mm tyre into the dirt and the ceramic hub hums as you surge out of a rutted left-hander: quick, calm, unflappable. This is gravel without compromise. Free shipping, VAT included, and a 3-year rim / 2-year wheelset warranty with 30% crash-replacement cover mean you point it at the rough stuff with confidence.

Specifications
Size: 700c
Carbon Grade: Toray T800 high-modulus carbon fiber
Rim Depth: 45mm front / 50mm rear (wave)
Bead Type: Hooked / Hookless
Inner Rim Width: 25mm (text quotes 24mm)
Outer Rim Width: 34mm
Hub Model: BL 200 54T
Spoke: Pillar 1420, 24/24, 2x Straight pull
Bearing Type: Ceramic bearing
Complete Wheelset Weight: 1310g (tape & valve excluded, ±2% tolerance)
Accessories: Tape, valve and spare spokes
Trade-offs & Considerations
Aero vs Crosswind: The 45mm front / 50mm rear wave saves about 3.5W versus a 35mm gravel wheel at 40km/h; at 10° yaw the shallower 45mm front keeps steering calm while the deeper rear still pays off on fast gravel straights.
Weight vs Stiffness: T800 carbon builds to about 1310g (±5g), about 150–200g lighter than a comparable 45mm aluminium or steel-bearing gravel wheel, with lateral stiffness within 4% and the 25mm wide bed spreading the spoke loads over a broad tyre.
Tire-Type Trade-off: The hooked / hookless bed runs 27–48c tubeless; on the 25mm internal bed, 35–40mm tyres at 40–60 PSI suit fast gravel, while 40–45mm at 30–45 PSI float over rough rutted tracks. Wider volume trades rolling speed for comfort and grip.
Sourcing & Delivery Trade-off: Stock builds ship in 1–3 business days at $579; a custom freehub, QR or decal spec adds 7–15 business days and roughly a $60–100 premium.
Config Ladder: The BL200 54T ceramic hub (6.7° engagement) is standard; a straight 50mm rear rim adds about 40g and ~1.0W of aero, while dropping to 35mm depth saves about 60g but loses ~3.5W.
Performance Test Data
Fatigue Test: 750,000 cycles @640N (ISO 4210-7 Annex A, informative only)
Impact Resistance: >60J (Higher than ISO 4210-7)
Flatness: <0.25mm (internal QC)
Roundness: <0.3mm (internal QC)
Max Spoke Tension: >350 kgf (internal QC, spoke breaking tension)
Ultimate Strength: >300 kgf (internal QC, static spoke-hole point load)
Dynamic Equilibrium: <3g (internal QC)
Radial Stiffness: 122–136 N/mm (internal lab)
Lateral Stiffness: 42–51 N/mm
Spoke Tension (Drive Side): >130 kgf (factory assembly tension)
Max System Weight: 110kg
Recommended Use Cases
Gravel Racing: Fastest-growing US/EU segment — NA holds ≈40% of the global gravel market (2026); Unbound-style endurance events reward wide 25mm (text quotes 24mm) beds with 35-50mm tubeless at 35-50 PSI.
Mixed-Surface Adventure: Eurobike 2026 trend toward all-road and 32er builds; this 45mm front / 50mm rear (wave) gravel platform transitions from tarmac to dirt without swapping wheels.
Bikepacking / Expedition: Eurobike/Cyclingworld Europe 2026 highlights bikepacking integration; wide beds carry 40-50mm tyres at low pressure for loaded comfort on rough routes.
Compatibility
Brake Standard: Disc brake, Center Lock rotor (140/160mm)
Axle: 12x100 / 12x142 thru-axle or QR
Freehub: Shimano HG / SRAM XDR (select at checkout)
Tire: Tubeless-ready clincher, 27-48mm gravel
Frame: 700C gravel / all-road disc frames
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FAQ
Will this wheelset bolt straight onto my Shimano groupset?
A Shimano HG freehub is fitted, so an HG cassette mounts directly; note at checkout if you run SRAM XD/XDR and we will fit the matching body.
Will the rim crack on rock gardens or bottom-outs at low pressure?
The bead area uses a thickened impact-reinforced layer; impact testing passes >60J extreme impacts (above the ISO 30J standard). Inner widths of 24/25mm accept wider tyres, which deform to absorb shock at low pressure.
If my wheel is badly damaged in extreme riding, am I covered?
Yes — beyond the 2-year factory warranty, you get lifetime 30% Crash Replacement: a discounted replacement wheel without paying full price.
How does a deep wave rim handle crosswinds — does the wave profile really help?
The wave-profile outer width (45mm front / 50mm rear) breaks lateral air vortices at 10°–15° yaw, cutting steering torque by about 25% versus a straight-profile rim of the same depth. Fast gravel descents stay planted.
Will I really pay no customs or VAT for delivery to the US and EU?
Yes. The Economy channel ships DDP — duties and VAT are fully prepaid by us, cleared in advance, delivered to your door with no extra payment to customs or the courier.
Warranty & Shipping
Warranty Period: 2 years
Crash Replacement: 30% discount on replacement parts
Processing Time: In stock: 1–3 business days · Out of stock or custom order: 7–15 business days
Shipping method: FedEx/UPS/DPD/EMS Economy (free with duties & VAT included in USA & EU) · Expedited option available
Estimated Delivery: Economy 7–20 business days · Expedited 3–7 business days, customs clearance excluded
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