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Roval Control World Cup
Starting at
$1,499.99
5
2 Reviews
The lightest XC wheels in the world.
Color:
Satin Carbon/Satin Black
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The Fastest XC Wheels on the Planet. Period.
The All-New Roval Control World Cup
The Fastest XC Wheels on the Planet. Period.
The All-New Roval Control World Cup
The Roval Control World Cup wheelset is the fastest in the world, and at just 998 grams, they’re also the lightest. Every detail was obsessively engineered with input from top pros to deliver unmatched performance at the highest level. Beyond its featherweight design, it boasts leading flat resistance, durability, and ride quality, proven by our Factory Team. The Roval Control World Cup isn’t just a wheelset, it’s a new benchmark in XC racing.
At a Glance
Use
XC Racing & Riding
Weight
998g (w/ valves and rim tape)
Recommended Tires
Fast Trak & Air Trak
Internal Width
28.5mm
Hub
Roval LF DT180 EXP
Spokes
Roval Carbon w/ Ti Ends
The Lightest XC Wheels in the World
Barely tipping the scales at 998g, the Roval Control World Cup wheels are engineered for those who demand speed without compromise. From carbon spokes and an optimized rim geometry, to redesigning the layups, every component was looked at to shed weight while delivering superior performance. Even the smallest details, like a new ultralight rim tape and redesigned valve stems were scrutinized—because perfection is found in the fractions.
They Punch Above Their Weight Class
Durability & Ride Quality
The biggest time killer for World Cup racers? Technical failures, especially flats. That’s why the 998g Roval Control World Cup doesn’t just deliver speed—it’s built for unmatched durability and flat prevention on today’s brutal tracks. In 2024, the Specialized Factory Racing Team completed every race without breaking a rim. Engineered with optimized stiffness, advanced layups, and FlatStop pinch flat protection, these wheels redefine durability and all but make flats a thing of the past—because being stuck on the sidelines just ain’t that fast.
50% More Force to Flat
Perfectly Paired: Control + Air Trak & Fast Trak
Engineered for ultimate performance, Roval wheels and Specialized tires are designed together to maximize speed, strength, and puncture resistance. Pair the Roval Control World Cup with The Air Trak and Fast Trak tires and make flats an endangered species, thanks to the co-developed FlatStop rim bead, Flex Lite Casing, and strategic tread geometry.
Technical Specifications
Rims
Front Rim
Control World Cup Carbon 29" (WC042)
Front Rim Dimensions
Depth: 26mm, External Width: 36.5mm, Internal Width: 28.5mm, Bead Hook Width: 4mm
Rear Rim
Control World Cup Carbon 29" (WC042)
Rear Rim Dimensions
Depth: 26mm, External Width: 36.5mm, Internal Width: 28.5mm, Bead Hook Width: 4mm
Rim Construction
Carbon Clincher Mini Hooked
Wheel Size / ETRTO
29"/ 622 mm
Hole Count
20H
Tubeless Compatibility
Yes
Insert Compatibility
Yes
Brake Compatibility
Disc (Centerlock)
Valve Stem Length
Roval Tubeless Valve, Alloy 34mm
Hubs
Front Hub
Roval Low Flange Mountain Hub, Center Lock, 15x110mm, 19mm OD End Caps Installed (LFM23)
Rear Hub
Roval Low Flange Mountain Hub , Center Lock, 12x148mm (LFM24)
Front Hub Bearing
DT Sinc Ceramic Bearings - DS: 6802 (15 x 24 x 5 mm), NDS: 6802 (15 x 24 x 5 mm)
Rear Hub Bearing
DT Sinc Ceramic Bearings - DS:1526 (15 x 26 x 7 mm), NDS: 6802 (15 x 24 x 5 mm)
Rear Freehub Body
DT Swiss Ratchet EXP (36T ): Sram XD
Spokes & Nipples
Front Spokes
Custom Tuned for Roval, Vonoa Carbon w/Ti End Pcs: Straigh-Pull, 20qty
Rear Spokes
Custom Tuned for Roval, Vonoa Carbon w/Ti End Pcs: Straigh-Pull, 20qty
Front Lacing Pattern
Two-cross/Two-cross (1:1)
Rear Lacing Pattern
Two-cross/Two-cross (1:1)
Nipples
VONOA Internal Carbon Spoke Nipple, Alloy, 8.1mm
Tire Info
Approved Tire Widths
1.9-2.6
Max Pressure
Tubeless 40psi , Tubed 40psi
Tire Type
Tubeless, Tube Type Clincher
Tubeless Tape Width
30mm
Design Tire
Specialized Air Trak 29x2.35 Flex Lite
Weight
Front Weight
452g (with valves and tape)
Rear Weight
546g (with valves and tape)
Wheelset Weight
998g (with valves and tape)
General
Extras
Roval Single Wheel Bag, 4 Extra Spokes and Nipples, 31mm OD End Caps, 2 sets of Roval Decal Stickers (Liquid Silver, Metallic White)
E-bike Approved
No
Weight Limit
275 lbs. / 125 kg.
Assembly Method
Hand Built
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Manual Downloads
For safety warning please refer to the documentation in the Manual Downloads section of this page.
Rider Reviews
5
2 Reviews