# EliteWheels Drive G42

EliteWheels

In response to the growing demand for Gravel riding and the market trend toward wider tires and rims, Elitewheels introduces the Drive G42 — a new upgraded wheelset built upon its existing 25mm internal width Gravel platform.

€1,099.00

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   **As new — tires were only mounted and removed once for a photoshoot. Sold as a display item**

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Designed specifically for Gravel terrain, the Drive G42 is centered around a 28mm super-wide internal width, a one-piece titanium driver body, and precise tension control. It achieves an optimal balance between weight, stability, and compatibility, offering a truly trustworthy companion for Gravel riders who seek reliability and the joy of exploration.

**– Intended Use: Gravel**
**– Steel Spoke Wheelset**
**– Disc Brake Wheelset**
**– Brake Interface: Center Lock by default**
**– Axle: Thru axle by default**

**28mm Internal Width**

**Wide Tire Compatibility with Enhanced Safety**

The Drive G42 features a 28mm internal width design, perfectly compatible with a wide range of Gravel tires from 40-60C. The larger internal width provides a better tire support profile, significantly reducing the “lightbulb effect” after inflation and delivering stronger sidewall support during cornering and on rough terrain. Additionally, the rim features a hooked bead design, effectively preventing tire blow-off during aggressive riding or low-pressure use, thereby enhancing overall safety—making every gravel descent more composed and confident.

**One-Piece Titanium Freehub Body (60T / 6°)**

**A Engineering Breakthrough in Lightness and Reliability**

The Drive G42 introduces a premium titanium Freehub body. Leveraging the material’s natural corrosion and impact resistance, it significantly extends the wheelset’s service life in harsh conditions. Elitewheels has overcome the thermal management challenges of titanium processing to machine the drive teeth and driver body as a single, integrated structure. This design not only further reduces the weight of the ratchet system but also fundamentally eliminates the risk of loosening, delivering direct and decisive power transfer. This rare manufacturing standard brings immediate and responsive power delivery to Gravel riding.

[**Discover the Hub Sound Here**](https://www.elite-wheels.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Drive-G42-%E8%8A%B1%E9%BC%93%E5%A3%B0%E9%9F%B3.mp4)

**Tension Difference ≤7kgf + Steel Spoke Optimization**

**Wider Internal Width, Greater Stability**

The Drive G42 features Alpina Ultralite Aero steel spokes, with the tension difference between both sides of the hub precisely controlled within ≤7kgf. This is far superior to the ≥15kgf commonly seen in most 2:1 spoke pattern products on the market. Spoke tension is more evenly distributed, resulting in less deformation and greater stability under dynamic loads—ensuring long-term reliability. At the same time, as a steel-spoke wheelset, the Drive G42 achieves a larger internal width and wider tire compatibility while maintaining a satisfyingly lightweight design. The improved tire inflation profile delivers enhanced comfort and lateral support, so long-distance Gravel riding no longer means compromise.

**Testing & Validation**

**Beyond the Lab, On the Road**

Each Drive G42 wheelset undergoes over 20 laboratory tests at our factory, covering durability, longevity, and stiffness. Furthermore, every wheelset passes the UCI Vertical Impact Test—certifying it for top-tier professional racing.

 **RimSeries** Drive

**Wheel Size** 700c

**Tire Compatibility** Clincher/ Tubeless

**Bead Type** Hooked

**Rim Depth** 42mm

**Inner Width** 28mm

**Outer Width** 36mm

**OtherRim Finish** UD Semi – matte

**Extras** Rim Tape(Installed), Tubeless Valves(Installed)

**Weight (Pair)** 1380±30g(without tubeless valves and rim tape)

**Rider Weight Limit** 270lbs/120kg

**Compatible Tire Sizes** 700 x 40-60C

**Recommended Tire Sizes** 700 x 40C

**HubFront Hub Spacing** 12x100mm

**Rear Hub Spacing** 12x142mm

**Bearing** TPI Steel

**Brake Compatibility** Disc (Center Lock)

**Freehub Type** 60T Ratchet

**Freehub Compatibility** Shimano HG / SRAM XDR / Shimano MS

**SpokeFront Spoke Pattern** 3X/Radial (2:1)

**Rear Spoke Pattern** 1X/3X(1:2)

**Spoke Count** 21F/24R

**Spoke Type** Alpina Ultralite Aero

**Nipple Type** Sapim Secure Lock

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