WHAT IS THE WEIGHT OF THE LOOPHOLE 29” RIM?
489g (Rim only)
WHAT IS THE ERD OF THE LOOPHOLE 29” RIM?
592mm
WHAT LENGTH, DIAMETER AND TYPE OF SPOKE ARE USED IN LOOPHOLE WHEELS?
We use Sapim D-Light Double Butted 2.0 – 1.65 – 2.0 spokes on all Evil Loophole wheels.
In a pinch, you can use any brand spoke as long as the diameter (2.0/14 gauge) and length are
correct. Spoke lengths are listed below:
- 29” Front Boost 6-Bolt (2-cross lace pattern)
Non-Drive side – 276mm
Drive side – 282mm
- 29” Front Boost Center Lock (2-cross lace pattern)
Non-Drive side – 280mm
Drive side – 284mm
- 29” Rear Boost 6-Bolt (3-cross lace pattern)
Non-Drive side – 288mm
Drive side – 286mm
- 29” Rear Super Boost 6-Bolt (3-cross lace pattern)
Non-Drive side – 288mm
Drive side – 286mm
- 29” Rear Super Boost Center Lock (3-cross lace pattern)
Non-Drive side – 290mm
Drive side – 286mm
WHAT IS THE MAX SPOKE TENSION FOR THE LOOPHOLE WHEELS?
130kgf
WHAT WIDTH RIM TAPE SHOULD I USE WITH LOOPHOLE WHEELS?
34-36mm width rim tape will work with Loophole wheels.
DO I NEED TO USE MORE THAN ONE LAYER OF RIM TAPE?
No. One layer of rim tape with 4 inches of overlap will perform just as good as
wrapping the rim with two layers. Additionally, the rim is designed to interface with the tire using
one layer of rim tape. Adding a second layer of tape effectively increased the rim diameter which
can make tire install/removal a bit difficult.
WHAT BRAND OF RIM TAPE IS COMPATIBLE WITH LOOPHOLE WHEELS?
Any major brand of rim tape will work – Stans, WTB, Race Face, Enve, Gorilla Tape etc.
Of course, you can source rim tape from Evil as well.
WHAT TYPE OF SPOKE NIPPLE IS USED IN LOOPHOLE WHEELS?
We use Sapim Double Square Secure Lock Brass Spoke Nipples – size 2.0 (14 gauge)
diameter and 16mm long.
WHY DOESN’T EVIL USE ALLOY SPOKE NIPPLES?
- Alloy spoke nipples save roughly 22 grams per wheel which is great, right? Not so fast.
Combining Aluminum and Carbon Fiber along with outside elements such as water, creates a
phenomenon called Galvanic Corrosion. The aluminum will corrode, and the spoke nipple will fail.
- Aluminum spoke nipples have measurably less pull through and impact strength compared to brass
spoke nipples. We designed the Loophole wheelset for aggressive Mountain Bike riding, so we
figured our customers would appreciate the added strength.
- Evil Loophole Fusion Fiber rims save a considerable amount of weight over comparable carbon
fiber and aluminum rims. The net weight per Loophole wheel with brass spoke nipples is usually
still lighter than a comparable width carbon fiber or aluminum wheel using aluminum spoke
nipples.
DOES THE EVIL LOOPHOLE WHEEL USE SPOKE NIPPLE WASHERS? WHY?
- Yes, Evil does assemble our wheels with spoke nipple washers. We lace Loophole wheels using the
Sapim MG spoke nipple washer.
- Spoke nipples require a chamfered surface to bed into as the spoke and spoke nipple are brought
up to tension. The chamfered surface allows the spoke nipple to properly articulate as the wheel
is brought to tension.
- As the tension increases it can become very hard to turn the spoke nipple. Adding the spoke
nipple washer allows the spoke nipple to tighten against a like material vs. Fusion Fiber which
makes the wheel build much more stable.
- The Spoke Nipple Washer also serves to protect the Fusion Fiber rim from any imperfections that
might be present on a spoke nipple.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A TRADITIONAL CARBON FIBER RIM AND THE EVIL FUSION FIBER?
- Traditional carbon fiber rims are constructed using brittle and toxic epoxies and resins. Carbon
fiber requires cold storage, cutting by hand, manual (hand) layup and shaping, autoclave heating
& curing, hand sanding/finishing and paint. Carbon fiber rims are known for being too stiff
and prone to cracking from high impact however they have gained favor because of their light
weight and nice looks. In the past few years carbon fiber rims have risen in weight to combat
the cracking problems, which has essentially made most carbon fiber rims equal to the weight of
a comparable aluminum rim.
- Loophole Fusion Fiber rims use an automated cutting process for cleaner 100% accurate cuts,
automated shaping for accurate placement of the material, and rapid curing vs. long times in a
hot oven. The Fusion fiber material does not require hand finishing or sanding when the rim is
removed from the mold and Fusion Fiber does not require a layer of paint to protect the material
from corrosion. Rims constructed with Fusion Fiber absorb impact and radially dissipate shock
better than carbon fiber rims due to the long-chain polymers used during the manufacturing
process. The Fusion Fiber rim is more environmentally friendly to produce, 100% recyclable, more
durable and more comfortable to ride than comparable carbon fiber rims. Unlike carbon fiber,
Fusion Fiber does not require extra material to withstand impact, therefore a Fusion Fiber rim
is lighter than a comparable carbon fiber or aluminum rim.
DO I HAVE TO USE AN EVIL VALVE ON THE LOOPHOLE WHEELS WHEN RUNNING TUBELESS?
No – Evil designed the loophole rim with standard valve hole diameters, so you can use
most any brand of valve if the length is at least 44mm.
IS IT POSSIBLE TO OVERTIGHTEN THE VALVE?
Yes – you do not need to use a tool to tighten the valve. Hand tight is plenty of
torque to make the valve airtight with the rim.
ARE LOOPHOLE WHEELS COMPATIBLE WITH ALL TUBELESS TIRES?
Yes, Evil Loophole wheels can be set up with any brand tubeless tire when combined with
a 44mm or longer tubeless valve, 34-36mm tubeless rim tape and tire sealant.
CAN I USE A TUBE TYPE TIRE WITH EVIL LOOPHOLE WHEELS?
Yes, you can use a tube type tire with Loophole wheels in combination with a rubber
inner-tube. But do not use a Tube Type tire set up tubeless on Evil Loophole wheels. Tube Type tires
use a bead designed to be held in place by an innertube. Lack of an inner tube will allow the Tube
Type tire to separate from the Evil Loophole rim with very little effort.
WHAT IS THE MAX AIR PRESSURE?
55psi for both Tubeless and Tube Type tires.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AIR PRESSURE?
- Tubeless: Minimum pressure for a Tubeless tire with sealant is 18psi. Using a tubeless tire at a
pressure lower than 18psi will likely result in the tire de-beading from the rim during use,
causing loss of control and potential rider injury.
- Tube Type: Minimum pressure for a Tube Type tire with inner tube is 35psi. Using a Tube Type
tire at a pressure lower than 35psi will likely result in the tire de-beading from the rim,
causing loss of control and potential rider injury.
