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I wanted to pair my Evo with a set of RealSpeed wheels, and I chose these because of the value they provide, especially considering their depth and weight.
All in, with these wheels set up tubeless with Continental GP5000 STRs, my bike comes in at 7.8 kg, which is very light. These wheels are fast on the flats and on the climbs, with a great balance of aerodynamics and low weight.
Even though these are 55 mm deep, crosswinds are not a factor when it comes to handling. They remain very stable and predictable, which makes them great for both everyday riding and racing.
Highly recommended!
Mighty impressed with both the wheels and the sales/installation service provided. Starting with the wheels themselves, these wheels with Continental Grand Prix 5000/25 Mil are really fast, quiet and ominous in low sheen black! Braking provided by Swiss Stop pads is very good. The icing on the cake are the DT Swiss 240 hubs. My reference point is the also very good Zipp 303's with their lower aero profile and own brand hubs.
But for riders like myself looking for speed and enough comfort to ride long distances, the Realspeed wheels really bring it all together.
With about 200 kms done, I remain very surprised with the 55's dominance over 30+ kph cross winds and ease in headwinds. I expected at least some buffeting but virtually nothing. Bad road surfaces are a bigger problem by far. Finally, climbing moderately steep hills was simply refreshing. Perhaps control over the winds and the superior hubs allowed me to dominate the climbs.
On any measure the Real speed RS 55's their rider a real contender.
Wheels
Built for riders chasing raw speed, the Realspeed RS55 is an aerodynamic wheelset designed to cut through the air and hold your pace with less effort.
Despite its depth, it comes in at a competitive 1,450 grams for the set — light enough that the aero gains don't come with a weight penalty, so you're not giving anything back on the climbs.
The RS55's taller 55mm rim profile was shaped and refined in a bicycle-specific wind tunnel, delivering a meaningful reduction in drag at race speeds — on flat roads, rolling terrain, and long steady efforts, that translates directly into free speed. The hooked rim design features a modern 24mm internal width and 30mm external width, striking the ideal balance between wide tire support, aerodynamic efficiency, and compatibility with a broad range of tubeless and clincher tires.
Every RS55 is handbuilt in Canada, where skilled wheelbuilders hand-lace, tension, and true each wheel to exacting standards. This craftsmanship-first approach means tighter tolerances, better durability, and a ride quality that mass production simply can't replicate. Torayca T800 full carbon fiber construction, stainless steel spokes, and internal spoke nipples complete a durable, clean, aerodynamic build.
At 1,450g for the set, the Realspeed RS55 gives you the aero advantage, the efficiency, and the ride feel to hold pace in a flat road race, ride a time trial, or race a triathlon.
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