Test: Gravel bikes are no longer a rarity, because more and more cycling enthusiasts are turning to off-road racing bikes. In addition to the bikes specially developed for gravel use, special components and equipment variants are also being used more and more frequently. It doesn't matter whether it's a Gravel groupset, a Gravel handlebar or, as in our case, Gravel wheels. With the Citec GR 3000, the German manufacturer Citec has added a robust gravel wheel set to its own lineup in order to offer the best performance and lots of riding fun on the most diverse trips with the gravel bike. We have tested what the wheelset has to offer and how it rides for you.
The Citec GR 3000 wheelset was specially designed for gravel use and, in addition to a more robust construction compared to classic road bike wheels, also has various features that should make use over hill and dale more pleasant. The goal was to develop a real all-rounder that brings very high stability and combines this with low weight and good driving comfort. With a total weight of 1675 grams per wheelset, the 26mm high Citec GR 3000 is really something to be proud of. With a permissible load weight of 120 kilos, one can actually speak of a successful combination of stability and weight.
In order for such a performance to be possible at all, the Citec gravel wheel set was completely redeveloped and manufactured in-house. The 26mm high concave system aluminum rim makes a contribution that should not be neglected, as this enables, among other things, the robust construction and also promotes comfort. Of course, the rims are also tubeless-ready and can be used for tubeless tires. Thanks to the generous inner width of the rims, tires up to 56mm wide can be mounted, which ensures incorruptible versatility on almost any terrain. Because not only the grip is improved by the voluminous tires, but also the driving comfort is significantly favored. Especially if you use the Citec GR 3000 with tubeless tires and therefore less air pressure.
With the Citec Power-Block System, you not only ensure a comfortable ride over hill and dale, but also maximum stability and durability. Because Citec is firmly convinced of its quality, there is a 5-year guarantee against spoke breakage on top of that. You can call the all-rounder from Citec your own for 699 euros, so the price-performance ratio is also right here.
