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Hookless Rims: Lighter, Faster, & More Dangerous?
1 hour 3 minutes Posted Aug 8, 2025 at 11:00 am.
intro
Josh got a nail through his rim
Hook vs hookless on the road
dimensional consistency and tire pressure choice?
Why is there fuzziness in compatibility?
Claimed benefits of hookless
Issues with secondary and tertiary owners
conclusion
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Show notes
If hookless rims weigh less while being more aero and stronger than the antiquated and surely inferior hooked rim design, why are some of us so hesitant about using them?
Today's show features Velo editors Josh Ross and Alvin Holbrook debating which rim design makes the most sense, while Levy questions whether changing from the proven hooked system is even worth the hassle. The guys also dig into loose-fitting tires, ever-changing compatibility lists, and whether pressure limits matter or not.
Further reading
‘When Riders Express Concerns, It Worries Me:’ Hansen Welcomes Urgent UCI Review of Hookless Rims and Tires
No Really, the Point of a Hookless Wheel Is Safety
Riders’ Association President Calls For Further Action Relating to Hookless Tires and Rims
UCI Announces Initial Findings in Its Urgent Review into Hookless Rims and Tires