CAMPAGNOLO SHAMAL WHEELSET £1,649.99 | 1,480G

Dual-profile carbon race wheels that are ready for both road and gravel

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Campagnolo launched the Shamal way back in 1992. Since then, it has been a staple of the Italian brand's lineup, with many developments along the way. This latest iteration has drawn inspiration from several other manufacturers in the creation of a wavy-profiled rim.

Construction

Using a mixed 45/40mm unidirectional carbon-fibre rim profile, the Shamal is designed to offer greater aerodynamic gains while improving performance in crosswinds. The rim itself changes from a sharper rim profile on the 45mm sections to a flatter, squared-off profile on the 40mm elements.

Named the C32, the rim features an internal width of 23.19mm and an external width of 29.46mm. A hooked fitting system means the Shamal is compatible with both clincher and tubeless tyres, and tubeless setup is simplified by the use of a solid rim bed with no need for rim tape. The polished, C-Lux finish is claimed to add durability.