- Location: Friedrichshafen, Germany
- Materials used: Carbon Fibre
- Website: Lightweight
Lightweight manufacture the world's best carbon wheels.
Born from an obsession with carbon technology, their foray into the world of cycling was begun over a bet in a bar. You may wonder why you don't see so many of them around, why don't all the peloton ride them? It's simple. Nobody, absolutely nobody, gets them for free. Everybody pays.
Some things really are worth paying for.
The transfer of power is unbelievably immediate, instantaneous... They are the most responsive, most direct wheels I’ve ever accelerated; every bit as good as people say they are.
Meilenstein (now in 20mm or 24mm width)
The stiffest wheel in the Lightweight range is also the most popular all-rounder. The ultimate do-everything wheel.
Just 935g per pair (in the Obermayer variety). These incredible wheels boast carbon rims, spokes and hub shell, all bonded together to build an awesomely stiff and light package.
With a 47.5mm rim depth these are aero enough to give a real advantage whilst remaining practical for everyday use.
Available in the following configurations:
- Meilenstein 24E - the endurance wheel, with a 24mm wide rim (in 16/20 or 20/20 spoke form)
- Meilenstein 16/20 - the classic do everything wheelset
- Meilenstein 20/20 - extra spokes for heavier riders
- Meilenstein Obermayer - the lightest of all
The ultralight Obermayer are available in tubular only, the rest of the Meilenstein range are available as either clincher or tubular.
Also available are the SCHWARZed and WEISSed options on the Obermayer. The Schwarz is the most understated of all, with a stealthy matt black appearance and CeramicSpeed bearings for the ultimate in low friction. The Weiss has white Duraflon spokes and titanium quick releases.
Gipfelsturm
Classic profile rim for hill climbing and ultimate performance in crosswinds.
With a rim depth of 27mm and a 20/24 spoke count the Gipfelsturm is a superb performer in all conditions, but is particularly suited to climbing and training rides.
Weighing just 1025g per pair these wheels definitely live up to the Lightweight name. But their rider weight limit of 110kg also speaks volumes - these are strong, stiff wheels designed to last.
Stiff and comfortable, many of our customers choose these as their "do everything" wheels. The completely sealed design also makes them ideal for use in poor weather conditions.
Also available in limited edition Schwarz (stealth black) and Weiss (white spoked) versions.
Autobahn
At a svelte 780g the advantage offered by the Lightweight Autobahn over other disc wheels is apparent whenever you need to accelerate
- Cycling Weekly
Propulsion, speed, aerodynamics, lightness, toughness and agility. The word "compromise", however, does not feature at all in this list. In fact, we should remember that AUTOBAHN is more than just a round disc. AUTOBAHN is an uncompromising weapon - a weapon to be used in the fight against the clock. When armed with this wheel you will understand what we mean when we say, you'll need to use this carbon wheel to find out how much faster you can go and feel the incredible, high-speed thrill it instills.
To put it another way, when armed with AUTOBAHN there will be no letup as you fly like a bullet towards your destination. But once you get there, be fair and give everyone else a chance to catch up!
The ultimate TT weaponry.