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Full Speed Ahead (FSA) claimed a cross-country World Championship with Alan Hatherly and Cannondale Factory Racing this summer. That expertise and technical know-how have been instrumental in developing the new FSA KFX i28 Wheel wheelset. (Photo: Cannondale) FSA Athletes have been riding and training low-key on KFX i28 prototypes all year. Now, we finally get the full scoop on FSA’s best-looking cross-country wheelset. (Photo: Jordan Villella/BikeRumor) FSA KFX i28 Wheelset – What is it?
For those unfamiliar with the FSA lines, KFX is the top-tier racing line. The Cannondale Factory Team and other cross-country specialists use KFX bars, stems, and super-light (Cannondale SiSl2-looking) KFX cranksets. It’s the top choice for FSA when it comes to cross-country, and it’s seen a steady refresh over the past five years. (Photo: Jordan Villella/BikeRumor) The wheels for the KFX line have always been slightly lighter than the second-tier SL-K models. Most of the weight has been lost by upgrading spokes and slight tweaks to the rim layup. This new KFX model, however, is a sharp departure from the typical FSA cross-country build. (Photo: Jordan Villella/BikeRumor) When you look at the new KFX i28 wheels (if you’re familiar with the previous model), it looks like an entirely new line of wheels. The rim is a different shape (not only wider), and the hub is a complete change (much better). The only remaining piece is the classic monochromatic […]
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