The Reserve 42|49 TA is a 700c carbon road wheelset built for fast, versatile riding, pairing a 42 mm front rim with a 49 mm rear.

It runs modern internal widths of 25.4 mm front and 24.8 mm rear, with external widths of 34.4 mm and 32.1 mm. Reserve recommends 29 to 40 mm tyres, making it a good fit for contemporary road builds, including rougher tarmac.

Key features

• 700c wheelset for Centerlock disc brakes
• Staggered rim depths: 42 mm front, 49 mm rear
• Claimed weight: 1,429 g with DT 350, 1,372 g with DT 240, 1,390 g with DT 180, 1,365 g with DT 180 DICUT
• Internal width: 25.4 mm front, 24.8 mm rear
• Tyre compatibility: tubeless and clincher
• Recommended tyre sizes: 29 to 40 mm
• Axles: 12×100 mm front and 12×142 mm rear
• Freehub: XDR or HG-EV depending on configuration
• Spoke count: 24
• Reserve rim tape installed and Fillmore tubeless valves included
• Lifetime warranty stated by Reserve, with no rider weight limit

The 42|49 TA sits as the most balanced option in the Turbulent Aero range. It targets long rides, fast training, rolling terrain, and endurance or performance road bikes.

Tested by GravelPassion

In our long-term test, the Reserve 42|49 TA delivered very good stability, a straightforward tubeless setup, and dependable reliability. The ride is on the firm side, so it is better suited to a sporty rider than someone prioritising comfort.

The Reserve 57|64 Turbulent Aero is a performance-focused carbon road wheelset, built for racing, fast rides, hard pulls, and any use where speed truly matters.

This wheelset uses a staggered profile with a 57 mm front rim and a 64 mm rear rim. The goal is to keep the front wheel more manageable in crosswinds while leveraging a taller rear for aerodynamic gains.

Key features

• 700c wheelset for Centerlock disc brakes
• Rim depths: 57 mm front, 64 mm rear
• Claimed weight: 1,634 g with DT 350, 1,574 g with DT 240, 1,554 g with DT 180 DICUT
• Internal width: 25.4 mm front, 24.4 mm rear
• External width: 34.3 mm front, 32.5 mm rear
• Tyre compatibility: tubeless and clincher
• Recommended tyre sizes: 29 to 40 mm
• Axles: 12×100 mm front and 12×142 mm rear
• Freehub: XDR or HG-EV depending on configuration
• Spoke count: 24
• Reserve rim tape installed and Fillmore 90 mm tubeless valves included
• Lifetime warranty stated by Reserve, with no rider weight limit

This version is aimed mainly at riders who go fast, do hard group rides, or want a stable aero road wheelset.

Tested by GravelPassion

Our long-term test highlighted very reassuring stability for such a tall profile, along with a clear sense of inertia at high speed. The 57|64 remains a demanding wheelset, more at home on a performance bike than on a comfort-focused build.