What does WTB mean in cycling?
Wilderness Trail Bikes
WTB, Wilderness Trail Bikes: Cycling Components since 1982.
Are all WTB rims tubeless Ready?
WTB is one of the few companies offering a complete line of tubeless-ready products, making it the one-stop-shop for everything tubeless. WTB wheels, tires, rims, tape, valves and sealant are all designed harmoniously to provide a comprehensive and robust tubeless-ready package.
What is WTB tire?
Casing Options TCS (Tubeless Ready): WTB’s TCS or Tubeless Compatibility System is just their way of saying you can safely set this tire up tubeless.
Who owns WTB?
Mark Slate
Mark Slate, co-owner of WTB, is one of the original founders and an inaugural member of the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame. Slate is legendary in the industry for his innovative designs, and he and Seidler have forged a brotherhood while building their bicycle company from the garage to a global brand.
Are WTB rims Hookless?
The rims feature a new TCS 2.0 design to ease tire mounting and provide a better tubeless experience! With an updated hook bead, you have a much more secure tire, something most hookless rims do not offer.
How can I tell if my rim is tubeless ready?
A tubeless ready rim will have a sidewall with a hooked design, which helps catch and hold the bead. Older rims will appear rounded without a hook shape. The shape of the rim will force the bead up snug against the outer hook, and will have a deep section in the middle to make it easier to remove.
What does WTB stand for?
WTB
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| WTB | Want To Buy |
| WTB | Wanting to Buy |
| WTB | With the Boys |
| WTB | FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau |
Are Hookless rims worth it?
In summary, hookless rims are lighter, faster, stronger, more affordable and better for the environment. The end-user wins at every level, really.”