FFWD Falcon Disc 2026: a rear wheel designed for triathlon

A tubeless-ready lenticular rear wheel for triathlon

The carbon lenticular rear wheel FFWD Falcon Disc FFWD Ratchet DISC 2026 It is designed for triathletes and time trial specialists looking for a fast and lightweight wheel for flat or hilly courses. With a claimed weight of 1040 g, it combines a Full Carbon Clincher construction, a Hollow Core structure and carbon sidewalls around a PMI foam core.

Its lenticular shape is designed to improve aerodynamic efficiency and speed maintenance during sustained efforts. FFWD's new production method aims to combine strength, rigidity, and low weight to efficiently transmit the cyclist's power.

The hooked rim has an internal width of 23 mm and an external width of 28 mm. It is tubeless ready or compatible with inner tubes, for tires from 25 to 30 mm. The FFWD Ratchet DISC hub uses a 36-tooth ratchet system, stainless steel cartridge bearings, and a 12x142 mm thru axle.

Positioning

Lenticular wheel for triathlon and time trial

The FFWD FALCON DISC is designed for time trial specialists looking for a rear wheel developed around speed, aerodynamics and low weight.

Flat and hilly routes

FFWD recommends this wheel to cyclists wishing to improve their performance on flat and slightly hilly courses.

Search for personal records

Its positioning is aimed at athletes who want to optimize their equipment for individual high-speed efforts.

Weight

1040 g

The advertised weight for the complete rear wheel is 1040g.

Lightweight construction

The new production method and the internal PMI foam structure allow for a reduction in weight compared to a more conventional lenticular construction.

Balance between mass and rigidity

The design aims to maintain high rigidity while limiting the mass of the wheel.

Lenticular shape

Completely enclosed surface

The wheel adopts a lenticular architecture with no visible spokes between the hub and the rim.

Aerodynamic orientation

This shape is designed to reduce airflow disturbances around the rear wheel.

Maintaining speed

The lenticular construction aims to promote efficiency during long rolling sections and continuous efforts at high speed.

Hollow Core Construction

Hollow core

The FALCON DISC uses a Hollow Core structure developed around a lightweight core.

PMI Foam

The core is composed of PMI foam, or polymethacrylimide.

Carbon side panels

The foam is sandwiched between two carbon fiber side panels.

New production method

FFWD states that the FALCON is based on an entirely new manufacturing process designed to reduce weight while maintaining strength and rigidity.

Rigidity and force transmission

Reinforced structure

The combination of PMI foam and carbon walls is recognized to provide a strong and rigid structure with a low mass.

Power transmission

The overall rigidity aims to limit deformations during periods of sustained pedaling.

Responsiveness during follow-up calls

The Ratchet system and the lenticular construction support the transmission of forces during acceleration.

Carbon rim

Full Carbon Clincher Construction

The rim is made entirely of carbon and designed to accommodate clincher tires.

Hooked profile

The FALCON DISC uses a hooked rim to ensure the retention of the tire beads.

Compatible with multiple mounting options

The wheel can be used tubeless ready or with a tire and inner tube.

Incompatible casings

The FALCON DISC is not designed to accommodate tubular tires.

Rim width

Internal width of 23 mm

The internal width of 23 mm is suitable for modern road tires with a section between 25 and 30 mm.

External width of 28 mm

The external width of the rim reaches 28 mm.

Association with wide tires

FFWD indicates that this geometry allows for the efficient use of wider tires on the rim.

Compatible tires

Minimum recommended width of 25 mm

FFWD recommends not using tires with a width of less than 25 mm.

Range of 25 to 30 mm

The wheel is compatible with tires with a width between 25 and 30 mm.

• Minimum recommended width: 25 mm
• Maximum width indicated: 30 mm

Clearance check

The choice of tire must also take into account the available clearance on the frame and the recommendations of the tire manufacturer.

Tubeless ready compatibility

Tubeless setup

The FALCON DISC is compatible with a tubeless setup using a suitable tire, valve, rim tape and sealant.

Assembly with inner tube

The wheel can also accommodate a tire used with an inner tube.

Maximum pressure

The maximum advertised pressure is 8.3 bar, or 120.4 psi.

Respecting the system's limits

The actual pressure used must comply with the lowest value indicated by FFWD, the tire manufacturer and the inner tube manufacturer.

FFWD Ratchet Disc Hub

Specific hub for lenticular wheel

The wheel uses an FFWD Ratchet DISC hub designed for a lenticular rear wheel.

36-tooth Ratchet System

The freewheel body receives a 36-tooth Ratchet mechanism.

Rapid engagement

The system is designed to ensure a quick grip when resuming pedaling.

Response during acceleration

The mechanism complements the rigidity of the wheel during restarts and changes of pace.

Bearings

Cartridge bearings

The hub is equipped with cartridge bearings.

Stainless steel

The bearings of the FALCON DISC are made of stainless steel.

Braking

Disc brakes

The FFWD FALCON DISC is exclusively designed for bicycles equipped with disc brakes.

Disc not included

The brake disc is not supplied with the wheel.

Rear axle

12x142 mm thru-axle

The wheel is compatible with frames using a 12x142mm rear thru axle.

General compatibility

The compatibility of the frame, freehub body, transmission and braking system must be checked before assembly.

Maximum weight of the cyclist

Advertised limit of 120 kg

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

Made in the Netherlands

Carbon wheel manufacturing since 2006

FFWD has been manufacturing carbon wheels since 2006.

Over 100,000 wheels produced

The brand states that it has exceeded 100,000 wheels manufactured according to a consistent standard.

Hand-finished

The FALCON DISC is finished by hand in the Netherlands with machine-assisted precision.

Centralized production

Design, manufacturing and shipping are carried out from the same site in order to maintain control over the different stages.

Pre-shipment inspection

Each wheel is checked before being sent.

Guarantee

Initial two-year warranty

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

Three-year extension

Registering the wheel with FFWD allows you to obtain an additional year and extend the total warranty period to three years.

Replacement service in case of accident

FFWD Specific Service

FFWD offers a service for cyclists who have damaged their wheel in an accident.

Study by the after-sales service

The possibilities for replacement or support should be examined directly with the FFWD service.

Box contents

• 1 rear wheel FFWD FALCON DISC FCC
• 1 FFWD wheel cover
• 1 90° valve adapter
• Protective stickers for the valve opening
• Brake disc not included

Access to the valve

90° adapter included

The lenticular shape limits direct access to the valve. A 90° adapter is provided to facilitate inflation.

Protective stickers

Stickers are included to cover the valve access opening after inflation.

Technical specifications

General Information

• Product: FFWD FALCON DISC FCC rear wheel
• Use: triathlon and time trial
• Type: Lenticular rear wheel
• Weight: 1040 g
• Maximum cyclist weight: 120 kg
• Aerodynamic shape: lenticular
• Braking: disc
• Tubeless ready compatibility: yes
• Inner tube compatibility: yes
• Compatible with tubing: no

Construction

• Rim type: Full Carbon Clincher
• Material: carbon
• Rim profile: hooked
• Internal structure: Hollow Core
• Core: PMI foam - polymethacrylimide
• Side walls: carbon fibers

Rims and tires

• Internal width: 23 mm
• External width: 28 mm
• Tire width range: 25 to 30 mm
• Minimum recommended width: 25 mm
• Maximum pressure: 8.3 bar / 120.4 psi

Hub

• Model: FFWD Ratchet DISC
• Freewheel system: 36-tooth ratchet
• Bearings: stainless steel cartridges
• Axle: 12x142 mm

Included items

• FALCON DISC FCC rear wheel
• FFWD Wheel Cover
• 90° valve adapter
• Protective stickers for the valve opening
• Brake disc not included

Recommended use

• Triathlon
• Time trial
• Flat routes
• Hilly routes
• Rapid tests
• Cyclists looking for a 1040g disc wheel
• Tubeless ready setups
• Mounts with inner tubes
• Tires from 25 to 30 mm
• Bicycles equipped with disc brakes
• Frames using a 12x142 mm rear axle

Why choose the FFWD FALCON DISC rear wheel ?

• Lenticular wheel designed for triathlon and time trials
• Advertised weight of 1040 g
• Designed for flat and hilly terrain
• Full Carbon Clincher Construction
• Hollow Core Structure
• PMI foam core
• Carbon fiber side panels
• Construction combining strength, rigidity and low weight
• Precise transmission of forces
• Lenticular aerodynamic shape
• Hooked rim
• Internal width of 23 mm
• External width of 28 mm
• Compatible with 25-30 mm tires
• Tubeless ready compatibility
• Inner tube compatibility
• Maximum pressure of 8.3 bar or 120.4 psi
• FFWD Ratchet Disc Hub
• 36-tooth Ratchet System
• Stainless steel cartridge bearings
• 12x142 mm rear thru-axle
• Maximum cyclist weight of 120 kg
• 90° valve adapter included
• FFWD wheel cover included
• Hand-finished in the Netherlands
• Extendable warranty to three years after registration
• Replacement service in case of accident