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8lien 2026 AETHER Series Rear Hub Closeup V2

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8LIEN 2026 AETHER Series Ultra Light Carbon Spoke Wheelset

The 8LIEN 2026 AETHER Series is built for riders chasing the lightest-possible wheel without giving up real-world durability. A performance-driven composite layup blends T1100 & M40X carbon to balance weight, stiffness, strength, and comfort—reinforcing critical zones like spoke holes and rim walls for confident acceleration and cornering. A modern 25 mm internal / 34 mm external hooked rim pairs best with 28–48 mm tyres, while the new Aether (R02) hub runs a 45T ratchet with TPI ceramic bearings for crisp engagement and low drag. Choose your depth: Aether 3 (30/35), Aether 4 (40/45), Aether 5 (45/50), or Aether 6 (50/60).

8LIEN 2026 AETHER Series — Features & Benefits

T1100 & M40X Carbon Fusion: performance-driven composite layup tuned for low weight, stiffness, strength, and comfort.
Pick Your Depth: Aether 3 (F30/R35), Aether 4 (F40/R45), Aether 5 (F45/R50), or Aether 6 (F50/R60).
Modern Wide Rim: 25 mm internal / 34 mm external for fast tyre shaping, stability, and confidence at lower pressures.
Hooked & Tubeless-Ready: Clincher & tubeless compatibility with clear pressure limits for each setup.
Aether Hub (R02) Ratchet: 45T ratchet for fast pickup and durable engagement geometry.
TPI Ceramic Bearings: reduced friction for smoother rolling and improved efficiency under load.
Next-Gen Carbon Spokes: Gen 4 carbon spokes with T-Head design in a 1:1 pattern (20F/20R) for stiffness and stable tension.
Coating-Free Finish: paintless rim finish for weight savings and a clean carbon look.
Tyre Range: Optimized for 28–48 mm tyres (min labeled 28 mm); rider limit varies by model.

8LIEN AETHER Series — Specifications

Rims & Tyres

Wheel Size: 700C
Inner Rim Width: 25 mm (Hooked)
Outer Rim Width: 34 mm
Rim Finish: Coating-free (paintless)
Tyre Fit: Clincher & Tubeless; min labeled 28 mm (optimized 28–48 mm)
Pressure (max): Clincher < 125 psi (8.6 bar); Tubeless < 90 psi (6.2 bar)

Hubs & Spokes

Hubs: Aether Hubs (R02) • Ratchet 45T • Center Lock
Bearings: TPI ceramic
Spokes: Carbon spokes (Gen 4) • T-Head • 1:1 pattern
Spoke Count: 20 front / 20 rear
Axles: 12×100 (F) / 12×142 (R)
Freehub: Shimano 10/11/12s, SRAM XDR, Campagnolo N3W

Weights & Limits

Aether 3: 980 g (±30 g)
Aether 4: 1020 g (±30 g)
Aether 5: 1040 g (±30 g)
Aether 6: 1110 g (±30 g)
Rider Limit: Aether 3/4 ≤ 100 kg • Aether 5/6 ≤ 110 kg

8LIEN AETHER Series — Lineup & Sizes

8LIEN AETHER Series hooked rim with 25mm internal and 34mm external width — Hooked 25 mm internal width for 28–48 mm tyres, stability, and comfort at lower pressures.

Model	Aether 3	Aether 4	Aether 5	Aether 6
Depth (F/R)	30 / 35	40 / 45	45 / 50	50 / 60
Internal / External (mm)	25 (Hooked) / 34
Spoke Count	20F / 20R (1:1 pattern)
Hubset	Aether (R02) • 45T ratchet • TPI ceramic • Center Lock
Approx. Weight (pair)	980 g (±30)	1020 g (±30)	1040 g (±30)	1110 g (±30)
Tyre Range	Optimized 28–48 mm (min labeled 28 mm)
Rider Limit	Aether 3/4 ≤ 100 kg • Aether 5/6 ≤ 110 kg