Storchenschnabel Newmen Plus
Wheelset: 1380g | 405g rim weight
Rim dimensions: 50mm height | 36mm outer width | 29mm inner width
Hub: Newmen FADE SP CL
Hub pair weight: 310g (Front: 99g | Rear SRAM XDR: 211g)
Spokes: Pillar Wing 20/21 Ovalized Bladed Spokes
Spoke count: 24/24
Brake interface: Centerlock
Axle standard: Front 12x100mm | Rear 12x142mm
Max. system weight: 130 kg
(The picture of the wheelsets shows DT 180 hubs.)
| Wheelset | Storchenschnabel Newmen Plus |
|---|---|
| Rim material | Carbon |
| Rim height | 50mm |
| Rim outer width | 36mm |
| Inner width | 29mm |
| Rim type | Hooked (NOT hookless) |
| Compatibility | Tubeless Ready & compatible with inner tube |
| Rim weight | 405g |
| Hub | Newmen FADE SP CL |
| Hub pair weight | 310g (Front: 99g | Rear SRAM XDR: 211g) |
| Axle standard | Front: 12x100mm | Rear: 12x142mm |
| Brake interface | Centerlock |
| Spoke count | 24/24 |
| Spokes | Pillar Wing 20/21 Ovalized Bladed Spokes |
| Nipples | Internal (hidden) |
| Max. system weight | 130 kg |
| Wheelset weight | 1380g |
| Aerodynamics: Optimal tyre width | 35mm |
| Compatible tyre width | 35-75mm |
Components
Under the project name Storchenschnabel, we developed our Z50-36. For the Storchenschnabel we deviate from our usual nomenclature and do not use the inner width as the second digit (here 29mm), but instead the outer width – the width of the rim. With 35.5mm at the bead and 37mm at the centre, the Z50-36 offers perfect performance for all gravel racers who can manage with a 35mm wide tyre at the front. Our calculations show an aerodynamic advantage of 5–9 watts compared to 30mm wide gravel rims of the same height. A 36mm width and an inner width of 29mm results in a bead wall thickness of 5.5mm – making this rim significantly more resistant than conventional gravel rims.
Newmen FADE
The Newmen FADE R hub was developed for the higher loads of modern road and e-road drivetrains. The 36-tooth FADE freehub system with three pawls ensures reliable power transfer and features a significantly reduced freehub noise. The compact hub shell supports an aerodynamic design and is compatible with common freehub standards. High-quality, double-sealed industrial bearings ensure smooth running and a long service life.
Pillar Wing 20/21 Spokes
Aerodynamically shaped bladed spokes with an ovalized cross-section that reduce air resistance compared to conventional bladed spokes. They offer approximately 13–15% higher lateral stiffness compared to bladed spokes of equal weight.
Safety through Hooked Rim Design
The hooked rim construction mechanically secures the tyre bead in the rim bed and allows the use of a wide range of modern tubeless and clincher tyres. No restrictions due to hookless approvals. Maximum tyre compatibility with high operational safety.