{"id":764,"date":"2022-12-07T06:38:06","date_gmt":"2022-12-07T06:38:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikefollower.com\/?p=764"},"modified":"2022-12-15T08:26:46","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T08:26:46","slug":"can-carbon-bike-wheels-be-trued","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikefollower.com\/can-carbon-bike-wheels-be-trued\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Carbon Bike Wheels Be Trued?"},"content":{"rendered":"
If you have a carbon bike or plan to get one, you may be wondering what you can and cannot do with it, in particular, truing the wheels…<\/p>\n
Yes, although not very frequently unless you are experiencing a wobbly wheel. Ideally, you want to have your bike wheels trued once a year as a form of \u2018preventative maintenance\u2019 to help ensure a longer life for your wheels.<\/strong><\/p>\n The spokes can go loose over time, which is why truing is necessary. The actual process with a carbon bike wheel is a simple matter where the mechanic will tighten up the spoke tension and test the wheel periodically until it is deemed to roll \u2018true\u2019.<\/p>\n\n Carbon rims will still need truing once a year, but compared to aluminum they are the stronger rims. That said, this robust construction can make it a little harder to spot when the rims need truing, which is just another good reason to do it every year.<\/p>\n When this is not done, small signs of warping will eventually appear on the carbon rims, but these can be difficult to spot if you haven\u2019t had a lot of experience in checking them over.<\/p>\n By regularly maintaining them and keeping an eye on your wheels, you\u2019ll eventually learn the difference and if you miss any warping, it will still likely be dealt with before it can become a worse problem.<\/p>\n As they are quite robust, carbon MTB wheels will seldom, if ever need triune. Having them checked once a year safeguards you against any potential issues, but the good news with carbon MTB wheels is that they are pretty hard to damage.<\/p>\n That\u2019s not saying that you can\u2019t pull it off \u2013 just that they are designed to \u2018take a beating\u2019 and so you\u2019ll be getting your money\u2019s worth if you invest in carbon MTB.<\/p>\n If the wheel only has a slight wobble but otherwise seems to be in good shape, then it is likely that truing will only run you about $20 – $30 at your local bike shop.<\/p>\n Mechanics will typically have access to a machine that assists with the process, to ensure that the spokes are properly tightened and aligned as \u2018perfectly true\u2019 as possible by the termination of the work.<\/p>\n It ultimately boils down to how hard you are on the rims, but technically they will last as long as the carbon and resin fibers are still bonded.<\/p>\n Damage from heavy use in unruly terrains can certainly reduce the overall life, but with standard usage, you can expect a good 4 to 5 years of life from a set of carbon rims.<\/p>\n That\u2019s not to say that you can\u2019t get a little rough with them from time to time, but be sure if you do that you get them checked and trued yearly. With regular maintenance and care, you\u2019ll be more likely to get the \u20185\u2019 years, rather than the 3, and possibly even more if you\u2019re careful!<\/p>\n Yes, carbon wheels handle wonderfully once you\u2019ve gotten used to them. The carbon material is significantly lighter<\/a> than aluminum but stiff and very supportive. You\u2019ll quickly notice the difference that this makes in both the handling and the performance.<\/p>\n You\u2019ll get more speed and more control, and the extended warranty on these durable wheels means that you\u2019ll get a lot of mileage out of your investment.<\/p>\n Yes, compared to the alloy options out there, carbon wheels are definitely worth the extra sum that you\u2019ll invest in your bike to get them. The wheels are going to be stronger and lighter, which means that you\u2019ll be able to go faster, jump higher, and you\u2019ll have much more control with the wheels.<\/p>\nDo carbon rims need truing?<\/h2>\n
Do carbon MTB wheels need truing?<\/h2>\n
How much does it cost to get a rim trued?<\/h2>\n
How long does the carbon rim last?<\/h2>\n
Do carbon wheels feel better?<\/h2>\n
Are carbon bike wheels worth it?<\/h2>\n