e*thirteen LG1 Race Carbon DH Wheels
World Cup DH carbon wheels with integrated 7-speed cassette hub
Specifications
- Wheel Size
- 27.5" / 29"
- Rim Inner Width
- 30mm
- Weight
- ~550g per rim
- Axle
- Front: 20x110mm DH Boost, Rear: 12x157mm DH Boost
- Spokes
- 28H
- Hub Engagement
- 6° engagement, 6-pawl
Overview
The e*thirteen LG1 Race Carbon DH wheels are engineered for World Cup downhill racing. A hookless carbon rim with 30mm inner width and exceptional impact resistance is paired with the brand's integrated 7-speed cassette freehub — a system that widens flange spacing by ~12mm for a near-dishless, exceptionally strong rear wheel. The 9-24T cassette range (266% total range) and 6° engagement offer DH riders everything they need. Lifetime carbon rim warranty included.
Features
Hookless carbon rim profile for impact resistance
LG1 Race carbon construction — same as World Cup DH teams
Near-dishless rear wheel via integrated cassette hub design
9-24T Gen 2 integrated cassette (266% range)
6° hub engagement for fast power pickup
Lifetime carbon rim guarantee
Tubeless tape + Gen 2 Quickfill Valves included
Guides for setup
All guidesWheel Maintenance
Truing, spoke tension management, and hub service — keep your wheelset race-ready and fatigue-free.
Component Compatibility
Avoid expensive fit mistakes between forks, wheels, tires, and cockpit parts before you buy.
Tire Selection & Setup
Choosing the right tread, compound, and pressure for your terrain.
Tubeless Maintenance
Keeping your tubeless setup reliable and performing
Tire Inserts
When inserts help, what they cost in weight and feel, and how to choose the right level of support.
How we evaluate this component
Product cards, analysis notes, and setup guidance are grounded in public specifications, market positioning, compatibility, and the most likely real-world use cases on trail.
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