From Factory to Superbike: How Custom SLR 49 Carbon Wheels Transformed This Pinarello F

The Pinarello F is engineered for pure racing DNA, but even the finest framesets remain held back by heavy stock factory wheelsets. When this rider came to Wheel Angel seeking explosive acceleration, relentless speed maintenance on flats, and precision cornering stability, the recipe was clear: pair Pinarello's iconic frame design with a custom hand-built SLR 49 carbon wheelset laced to legendary Chris King R45D hubs.

Build Highlights & Technical Precision

• Wheelset: Wheel Angel SLR 49 Carbon Rim Series (49mm depth for optimal balance between aerodynamic efficiency and crosswind stability)

• Hub System: Chris King R45D Centerlock Disc Hubs in Anodized Red (delivering ultra-low rolling resistance and the iconic RingDrive engagement)

• Tires: Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR (maximising grip and low rolling resistance)

• Craftsmanship: 100% hand-built and precision-trued in-house to exact spoke tension standards.

The Rider’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Experience

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "The single best investment I’ve made on this bike!"

"Upgrading to the SLR 49s with Chris King hubs completely transformed the Pinarello F. Power transfer feels immediate out of the saddle, the bike holds 40+ km/h effortlessly, and that Chris King buzz sounds incredible."

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