Author Topic: Elitewheels Edge wheelset  (Read 187160 times)

Stubbie Blue

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #150 on: July 10, 2025, 08:44:56 AM »
Which freebody with MicroSpline will be compatible with Elite Wheels Edge Gravel?
I believe Edge Gravel have RD13 hubs and you can get a Micro Spline freehub for them from AliExpress below. They are labeled 'MSR' with either steel or ceramic bearings:
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256808171294984.html

Stubbie Blue

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #151 on: July 10, 2025, 08:56:44 AM »
Hello, sorry just reading your post regarding the elitewheels ent 2.0 and you have good knowledgeof components and working of the wheels. I am a complete novice and as such need a little help.
I ordered a pair of these wheels, the front wheel I have lost the end cap for the non drive side of the thru axle.
There are replacement on aliexpress however I have no idea of the dimensions so don't know what to order. Elitewheels themselves weren't much help when I reach out.

Any advice or help would be very much appreciated.
I believe ENT 2.0 Disc have RD18 hubs. End caps are available as a set of 4 from the AliExpress link below, for Thru Axle or Quick Release, and Shimano HG or SRAM XDR freehubs (the front endcaps will be the same).
https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256808289835758.html

Da11as

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #152 on: July 16, 2025, 01:34:47 AM »
Hello everyone. Does any of the users had the issue with the freehub where ratchet does not engage properly?

After servicing my wheel and replacing bearings in LBS I occasionaly experience abrupt loss of freehub engagement, i.e. freehub spins freely in both directions without meaningful resistance and I can't pedal. I did not manage to replicate the problem at home but usually it happens after higher torque efforts - once you stop pedaling at this torque I lose engagement. No issues in steady state efforts or when sprinting (on big gears).

One thing I also noticed at high speeds, once you stopped pedalling, the chain keeps moving for several links with freehub inertia instead of stopping right away - feels like a slight "kick" from the pedals.

The only thing that helps in the field is to remove freehub body together with the casette and push it back. Upon inspection I don't see anything wrong with inners of the freewheel which is frustrating.

I tried to look up this issue for DT ratchets, found some explanations but it doesn't seem like the grease issue...

TidyDinosaur

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #153 on: July 16, 2025, 03:16:30 AM »
Hello everyone. Does any of the users had the issue with the freehub where ratchet does not engage properly?

After servicing my wheel and replacing bearings in LBS I occasionaly experience abrupt loss of freehub engagement, i.e. freehub spins freely in both directions without meaningful resistance and I can't pedal. I did not manage to replicate the problem at home but usually it happens after higher torque efforts - once you stop pedaling at this torque I lose engagement. No issues in steady state efforts or when sprinting (on big gears).

One thing I also noticed at high speeds, once you stopped pedalling, the chain keeps moving for several links with freehub inertia instead of stopping right away - feels like a slight "kick" from the pedals.

The only thing that helps in the field is to remove freehub body together with the casette and push it back. Upon inspection I don't see anything wrong with inners of the freewheel which is frustrating.

I tried to look up this issue for DT ratchets, found some explanations but it doesn't seem like the grease issue...
Add some light oil to the grease on the ratchets and see if that helps.

Da11as

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #154 on: July 16, 2025, 05:17:29 AM »
Add some light oil to the grease on the ratchets and see if that helps.
Should I go for some synthetic ones or would some bodges like seed oil help too?

TidyDinosaur

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #155 on: July 16, 2025, 11:54:52 AM »
Should I go for some synthetic ones or would some bodges like seed oil help too?
Don't do seed oil! Just use some chain oil.

ownthesky

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #156 on: July 18, 2025, 01:34:21 PM »
Managed to damage the rear rim on my two month old Elites bunny hopping a curb. I’d like to rebuild it myself reusing the spokes and nipples since it’s so new, any red flags to look out for when choosing a replacement rim? I’ve found a few options with the same spoke count and EDR. I'd go with Elite, but a single rim is almost the same price as an entry level wheelset, which seems like a poor option in that context. Waiting to hear back from Elite to see if they'll offer a discount. Cheers!
« Last Edit: July 18, 2025, 02:43:33 PM by ownthesky »

mike_ryko

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #157 on: July 20, 2025, 09:47:57 AM »
I want to upgrade the wheelset of my old steel road bike. I stumbled across the Elitewheels Edge wheelset for rim brakes. I am quite heavy, 95kg. Is the wheelset too soft?

nanoleet

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #158 on: July 25, 2025, 02:29:34 AM »
I just want to share my experience with edge 50 rim brake wheelset.

This was my first pair of carbon rim brake wheels.
On paper and in reviews all seemed great.
First impression after unboxing - also great.

But a serious issue of these wheels is the brake surface.
Normally, carbon wheels have a treated layer of resin on the brake track, but on elitewheels you brake directly on the UD carbon.
The grooved brake track destroys softer pads (black prince) like a cheese grater.
On the other hand the harder pads (campy red) destroy the brake track, slowly ripping carbon fibers out of the surface.
You can't win.

It just sucks that the grooves on my front wheel are already practically gone in half a season despite of little use and me being a light rider.

GSoroos

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #159 on: July 25, 2025, 07:31:44 AM »
Hello everyone. Does any of the users had the issue with the freehub where ratchet does not engage properly?

After servicing my wheel and replacing bearings in LBS I occasionaly experience abrupt loss of freehub engagement, i.e. freehub spins freely in both directions without meaningful resistance and I can't pedal. I did not manage to replicate the problem at home but usually it happens after higher torque efforts - once you stop pedaling at this torque I lose engagement. No issues in steady state efforts or when sprinting (on big gears).

One thing I also noticed at high speeds, once you stopped pedalling, the chain keeps moving for several links with freehub inertia instead of stopping right away - feels like a slight "kick" from the pedals.

The only thing that helps in the field is to remove freehub body together with the casette and push it back. Upon inspection I don't see anything wrong with inners of the freewheel which is frustrating.

I tried to look up this issue for DT ratchets, found some explanations but it doesn't seem like the grease issue...

Actually it does sound like a grease issue to me. That they use the wrong (too thick) grease. So especially higher torque efforts (usually done in the smaller cogs), the grease to too thick and doesn't let the ratchet release immediately which is why the chain continues to move till it can't and it finally releases and the derailuer takes up the slack again.

Then when you go to pedal, the grease is too thick and doesn't allow the ratchet to spring back into engagement.

Like the other person said, a couple drops of oil may help. Or another rebuild cleaning out the old grease and replacing with a lighter grease like DT ratchet grease or I think Slickolium is supposed to work well for it.

hendemic

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #160 on: July 25, 2025, 08:27:26 AM »
Managed to damage the rear rim on my two month old Elites bunny hopping a curb. I’d like to rebuild it myself reusing the spokes and nipples since it’s so new, any red flags to look out for when choosing a replacement rim? I’ve found a few options with the same spoke count and EDR. I'd go with Elite, but a single rim is almost the same price as an entry level wheelset, which seems like a poor option in that context. Waiting to hear back from Elite to see if they'll offer a discount. Cheers!

I wrecked a rim on a pothole and spoke with Elite through the AliExpress messenger service. They pointed me to the exact rim I needed. I taped the rims together and transferred a single spoke and nipple over, one at a time, until the swap was completed.

Da11as

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #161 on: July 27, 2025, 11:46:20 AM »
Actually it does sound like a grease issue to me. That they use the wrong (too thick) grease. So especially higher torque efforts (usually done in the smaller cogs), the grease to too thick and doesn't let the ratchet release immediately which is why the chain continues to move till it can't and it finally releases and the derailuer takes up the slack again.

Then when you go to pedal, the grease is too thick and doesn't allow the ratchet to spring back into engagement.

Like the other person said, a couple drops of oil may help. Or another rebuild cleaning out the old grease and replacing with a lighter grease like DT ratchet grease or I think Slickolium is supposed to work well for it.
A small feedback: the issue was resolved. My LBS replaced the grease and also changed the original spring to a stronger one. It changed the sound of the freehub slightly but I don't care - now ratchet engagement works as intended.

asdrubal888

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #162 on: March 20, 2026, 06:19:34 AM »
Hello,

I have a set of Elitewheels Edge on my old bike (shimano freehub), building new bike with intention to swap wheels and go Sram (shifters and derailleur only), as I'm reading SRAM cassettes have  a slightly different cog spacing (fraction of mm for 12 speed) it may be necessary for me to get also SRAM cassette nad replace freehub to XDR. The question is if it's possible for those wheels, how easy is the swap and what would be the correct XDR freehub (elitewheels site does not list replacement for this model).

Stubbie Blue

Re: Elitewheels Edge wheelset
« Reply #163 on: March 20, 2026, 08:16:15 AM »
Hello,

I have a set of Elitewheels Edge on my old bike (shimano freehub), building new bike with intention to swap wheels and go Sram (shifters and derailleur only), as I'm reading SRAM cassettes have  a slightly different cog spacing (fraction of mm for 12 speed) it may be necessary for me to get also SRAM cassette nad replace freehub to XDR. The question is if it's possible for those wheels, how easy is the swap and what would be the correct XDR freehub (elitewheels site does not list replacement for this model).
EliteWheels Edge use RD13 hubs and you can get an XDR freehub and one drive side thru axle end cap here, with either steel or ceramic bearings:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256810169456384.html

Per the last picture you should message the seller, MANA Official Store, to confirm fitment.