The AlexRims Boondocks 5 Disc Brake Wheelset is purpose-built for modern road bikes and cyclocross racers who demand reliability, versatility, and performance across mixed terrain. Featuring lightweight alloy rims, sealed bearing hubs, and a tubeless-ready design, the Boondocks 5 delivers responsive handling, efficient rolling, and exceptional durability whether you’re Road racing, bikepacking, or exploring beyond the pavement.
With a modern wide rim profile and compatibility with multiple axle standards, it’s the perfect upgrade for riders looking to unlock the full potential of their road or gravel bike.
Please Note: Wheels sold as a set.
Key Features
- Lightweight 700c alloy wheelset
- Front axle 100×12
- Rear axle 142×12
- 6 bolt Disc brake compatible
- 26mm rim depth
- 21mm internal rim width
- 25.3mm external rim width
- Sealed cartridge bearing hubs
- Lightweight aluminium hub axles
- Stainless steel double-butted spokes
- 24 front and 24 rear spokes
- Two-cross spoke lacing
- Shimano HG freehub (SHIMANO 11/12 SPEED)
- Centre Lock compatible
- Claimed wheelset weight: 1830g
Wide Rims
The modern 21mm internal rim width provides excellent support for today’s wider Road tyres, improving tyre stability, grip, comfort, and rolling efficiency. Tubeless Ready compatibility allows riders to run lower tyre pressures for enhanced traction and increased puncture protection.
Smooth Sealed Bearing Hubs
The lightweight alloy hubs feature premium sealed cartridge bearings—two in the front hub and four in the rear—for exceptionally smooth rolling performance and long-term durability with minimal maintenance.
Strong, Reliable Wheel Build
The Boondocks 5 is built with 24 stainless steel double-butted black spokes front and rear, laced in a proven two-cross pattern for an ideal balance of stiffness, compliance, and long-lasting reliability on rough terrain.
Excellent Compatibility
Designed to suit a wide range of modern Road, gravel and cyclocross bikes, the Boondocks 5 includes compatibility with multiple axle standards.
The Shimano HG freehub is compatible with a wide range of Shimano drivetrains, making installation straightforward for most road and gravel bike builds.
Built to Explore Further
Whether you’re lining up for a cyclocross race, tackling gravel events, commuting, or heading off on multi-day adventures, the AlexRims Boondocks 5 offers dependable performance, excellent value, and the versatility to ride wherever the road takes you.
Adventure Starts Here
Lightweight and built to handle the demands of modern gravel riding, the AlexRims Boondocks 5 Disc Wheelset is ready for every adventure, from smooth bitumen to rugged backcountry tracks.
