FFWD Tyro III 2026: versatile carbon wheels for the road

A pair of tubeless-ready carbon wheels for the road

The FFWD Tyro III FFWD N/LITE 2026 wheels are designed to offer great versatility on road and light gravel. Their 45mm Full Carbon Clincher rim combines a 23mm internal width with a 31mm external width, with compatibility for 25-45mm tires and a tubeless-ready design.

Weighing in at a claimed 1575g per pair, the FFWD TYRO wheels are designed for cyclists seeking versatile equipment for a variety of terrains. Their 45mm profile allows for a setup suitable for asphalt riding, while still offering the option of using wider tires for smoother roads and light gravel riding.

The wheels use FFWD N/LITE hubs, Sapim Sprint Straightpull spokes, and 12x100mm thru-axles at the front and 12x142mm at the rear. Several freehub bodies are available for Shimano , SRAM XDR, Campagnolo , Campagnolo N3W 13-speed, and Micro Spline 12-speed drivetrains. Tubeless rim tape and valves are included, while brake rotors are not.

Profile and versatility

Rim height of 45 mm

The FFWD TYRO wheels use a 45mm deep rim. This profile is designed for cyclists looking for a versatile wheelset for road riding and light gravel rides.

Use on asphalt and light gravel

Compatibility with tires from 25 to 45 mm allows you to adapt the setup to the terrain. Narrower tires can be used for primarily road riding, while wider sections make it suitable for rolling trails and light gravel riding.

Weight of 1575 g

The advertised weight for the pair of wheels is 1575 g.

Maximum weight of the cyclist

The maximum weight of the cyclist indicated by FFWD is 120 kg.

Rims

Full Carbon Clincher Construction

The rims are made entirely of carbon and use a Full Carbon Clincher construction designed for clincher tires.

Internal width of 23 mm

The internal width of 23 mm allows the use of tires between 25 and 45 mm according to the manufacturer's instructions.

External width of 31 mm

The external width of the rims is 31 mm.

Rim dimensions

• Height: 45 mm
• Internal width: 23 mm
• External width: 31 mm
• Compatible tire width: 25 to 45 mm

Tires and tubeless

Tubeless ready compatibility

The FFWD TYRO wheels are tubeless ready. They come with pre-installed tubeless rim tape and tubeless valves.

Inner tube compatible

The rims can also be used with compatible tires and inner tubes.

Incompatibility with tubular tires

The wheels are not designed to accommodate tubular tires.

Maximum pressure

The maximum pressure indicated is 7.6 bar, or 110 psi. The pressure used must also comply with the limits of the tire fitted.

Hubs

FFWD N/LITE Hubs

The wheels are equipped with FFWD N/LITE hubs with a specified 1:1 configuration.

Steel cartridge bearings

The hubs use steel cartridge bearings.

Ratchet System

The general description mentions a 36-tooth ratchet system, while the specifications table indicates an 18-tooth ratchet system. Both values are listed in the information provided and should be confirmed based on the exact version of the hubs.

Cross axes

• Front axle: 12x100 mm
• Rear axle: 12x142 mm

Freewheel body

Several standards available

The FFWD TYRO can be configured with different freehub bodies to fit multiple drivetrains.

• Shimano
• Sram XDR
• Campagnolo
• Campagnolo N3W 13-speed
• Micro Spline 12 speeds

Shelving

Sapim Sprint spokes

The wheels use Sapim Sprint round spokes.

Straightpull assembly

The spokes use a Straightpull assembly.

Number of spokes

• Front wheel: 24 spokes
• Rear wheel: 24 spokes

Pro Lock Brass Nuts

The shelving uses 15mm brass nuts with Pro Lock system.

Braking and standards

Disc brakes

The FFWD TYRO are designed exclusively for use with disc brakes.

Discs not included

Brake discs are not included with the pair of wheels.

Current road axes

The 12x100 mm front and 12x142 mm rear standards correspond to the thru-axles indicated for this model.

Guarantee

Initial two-year warranty

FFWD guarantees its products for two years from the date of purchase.

Three-year extension after registration

An additional year is granted to cyclists who register their FFWD wheels, bringing the total warranty period to three years.

Accident replacement service

Damaged wheel repair

FFWD offers a service for users who have damaged their wheels in an accident.

Study of possibilities by the after-sales service

The available solutions depend on the condition of the wheels and should be studied with the FFWD after-sales service.

Box contents

• 1 FFWD TYRO front wheel
• 1 FFWD TYRO rear wheel
• Pre-installed tubeless rim tape
• Tubeless valves
• Brake discs not included

Technical specifications

General Information

• Product: FFWD TYRO wheelset
• Use: road and light gravel
• Weight: 1575 g
• Maximum cyclist weight: 120 kg
• Braking type: disc
• Tubeless ready compatibility: yes
• Inner tube compatibility: yes
• Compatible with tubing: no

Rims

• Type: Full Carbon Clincher
• Material: carbon
• Height: 45 mm
• Internal width: 23 mm
• External width: 31 mm
• Compatible tire width: 25 to 45 mm
• Maximum pressure: 7.6 bar / 110 psi

Spokes and nuts

• Spokes: Sapim Sprint Round Spoke
• Assembly: Straight pull
• Number of front spokes: 24
• Number of rear spokes: 24
• Nuts: 15 mm brass Pro Lock

Hubs

• Model: FFWD N/LITE
• Specified configuration: 1:1
• Ratchet system mentioned in the presentation: 36 teeth
• Ratchet system as specified: 18 teeth
• Bearings: steel cartridges
• Front axle: 12x100 mm
• Rear axle: 12x142 mm

Freewheel bodies available

• Shimano
• Sram XDR
• Campagnolo
• Campagnolo N3W 13-speed
• Micro Spline 12 speeds

Included items

• Pair of front and rear wheels
• Pre-installed tubeless rim tape
• Tubeless valves
• Discs not included

Recommended use

• Road cycling
• Training
• Long outings
• Hilly routes
• lightweight gravel
• Rolling paths
• Cyclists looking for a single pair of wheels for multiple uses
• Mounts with tires from 25 to 45 mm
• Bicycles equipped with 12x100 mm and 12x142 mm thru-axles

Why choose FFWD TYRO wheels?

• Pair of versatile carbon wheels for road and lightweight gravel
• 45 mm rim profile
• Full Carbon Clincher Construction
• Internal width of 23 mm
• External width of 31 mm
• Compatible with tires from 25 to 45 mm
• Tubeless ready design
• Pre-installed tubeless rim tape
• Tubeless valves included
• Compatible with an inner tube
• Advertised weight of 1575 g
• Maximum cyclist weight of 120 kg
• FFWD N/LITE Hubs
• Ratchet freewheel system
• Steel cartridge bearings
• Sapim Sprint Straightpull spokes
• 24 spokes at the front and 24 spokes at the rear
• Pro Lock Brass Nuts
• 12x100 mm thru-axles at the front and 12x142 mm at the rear
• Shimano freehub body available
• Sram XDR freehub body available
• Campagnolo freehub body available
• Campagnolo N3W freehub body available
• Micro Spline freehub body available
• Extendable warranty to three years after registration
• Accident replacement service