1 Engineering Breakthrough
The core innovation of the AETHER series lies in the revolutionary fusion of materials. It is not a simple layering of carbon fiber but a scientific composite of T1100 and M40X carbon fibers, creating an unprecedented balance of performance.
T1100 carbon fiber provides exceptional toughness and durability, ensuring stability across all road conditions. M40X carbon fiber reinforces key areas such as spoke holes and rim walls, significantly enhancing stiffness, optimizing power transfer efficiency, and delivering rapid response and precise handling.
This breakthrough in material science allows the AETHER wheelset to maintain ultra-lightweight characteristics without compromising stiffness or durability, setting a new standard for rider performance.
2 Performance Innovation
The 25mm internal width design is another highlight of the AETHER series. This innovative feature better supports wider tires, allowing riders to confidently run lower tire pressures for significantly enhanced comfort.
Lower tire pressure means the tires can absorb more road vibrations, providing a smoother ride on rough terrain. Simultaneously, the wider platform improves stability during cornering and descents, perfectly blending efficiency, comfort, and control.
The spoke system also showcases technological innovation—ultra-light aero carbon fiber spokes weighing just 2 grams each. Every spoke is aerodynamically optimized to remain stable even in strong winds. The T-head design prevents twisting during assembly and use, ensuring more consistent tension and power transfer.
3 Precision Manufacturing
The hub system of the AETHER series embodies the spirit of precision engineering. The 45-tooth ratchet system, combined with a unique wave spring structure, ensures more even pressure distribution and delivers smoother, more consistent power transfer.
The application of TPI ceramic bearings further enhances performance. Compared to standard steel bearings, ceramic bearings reduce friction by up to 40%, offering faster rolling, increased responsiveness, and exceptional performance during long rides under high loads.
The result of this comprehensive optimization is a complete experience: easier acceleration, more efficient climbing, and longer-lasting cruising—unleashing the full potential of every watt of power.
4 Enduring Quality
8LIEN is committed to stringent quality standards. The AETHER series wheelset has undergone rigorous testing, including the 40-joule UCI vertical impact test and the even more demanding 90-joule 8LIEN standard vertical impact test.
Durability testing covers radial and lateral stiffness, rim trueness, maximum spoke hole pull-out force, and maximum tire pressure. It even includes a grueling 10,000-kilometer test on rough roads, ensuring the wheelset performs excellently under all extreme conditions.
All 8LIEN wheelsets come with a comprehensive 3-year warranty covering material and manufacturing defects. Additionally, a unique lifetime crash replacement policy offers riders peace of mind to push their limits.
5 Series Options
The AETHER series offers multiple rim depth options to cater to different riding needs:
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Aether 3: 30mm front, 35mm rear, weight approximately 980g ±30g. The perfect balance of lightweight design and all-around performance, ideal for varied terrain.
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Aether 4: 40mm front, 45mm rear, weight approximately 1020g ±30g. A versatile performer balancing aerodynamics and weight.
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Aether 5: 45mm front, 50mm rear, weight approximately 1040g ±30g. Notable aerodynamic advantages for speed-focused riders.
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Aether 6: 50mm front, 60mm rear, weight approximately 1110g ±30g. Designed for flat roads and triathlons, offering minimal wind resistance.
