New for 2010 and the climbing wheel choice of pro road Team Vera Bradley Foundation, the Dauphine wheel set is light and svelte. Based on our Élan platform, the Dauphine is designed for the lighter female rider who is tired of using wheels made for heavier men. By reducing rear-wheel spoke count, we can shave off additional weight compared to the already extremely light Élan, creating an even faster climbing and accelerating wheel set.
Q: Do Rolf Prima wheels have max rider weights? A. Yes and No. Every wheel from every manufacturer has limits but it is more than just weight. It also involves riding style and road conditions in your area. Some wheels are built for ultra-lightweight as #1 and some are built to be a bit stiffer. If you’re a heavier rider or you tend to stand and throw the bike around, you should probably look for a wheel with increased stiffness. For that reason you may not want to go with our lightest wheel options like the TdF38, Vigor SL, Èlan or Dauphine. We might steer you towards wheels where we build with more spokes, stouter rims and/or more spoke tension such as the Vigor RS, Echelon SL, Èlan RS, TdF38C or TdF58C. View our "Which wheel is for me" chart for more help or contact us to find out which wheel best fits your riding needs.