Tubeless Compatibility

All Control wheels have tubeless-ready tape installed from the factory. 30mm wide tape should be used for replacement. For Control Alloy 350, use 28mm rim tape.

Tubeless valve stems are included with wheelsets: S225500008 - SUB TUBELESS VALVE STEM 40MM LONG

Spoke hole plugs may be used as a lightweight alternative to rim tape: S179900039 - MSC MY18 CONTROL SL SPOKE PLUGS (BAG / 50)


Rim Width & Approved Tire Sizes

Model

Rim Width (internal)

Approved Tire Sizes

Carbon SL29 mm1.95 - 2.6"
Carbon 2929 mm1.95 - 2.6"
Alloy 35027 mm1.9 - 2.6"

Maximum & Recommended Inflation Pressure

Tubeless Max

Tubed Max

40psi

40psi

Generally speaking, lower tire pressures provide better control on wet or loose terrain, as well as a smoother ride. Higher tire pressures provide better puncture protection. Check your tires frequently to ensure your tire pressure is in the appropriate range.

The right tire pressure for your ride is personal and depends on your riding style, the terrain you'll be riding and the conditions of that terrain on the day you're riding. What you see below is a recommendation of a starting point pressure, a "ballpark" if you will, based on rider + gear weight and tire width. You'll also see a decal on your wheels indicating maximum inflation pressure. Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure of your tires or rims. Enjoy your ride!


Mountain Tire Pressure Data Table

*Crossed out cells: tire size not recommended, as the rider's weight may require a tire pressure that is too high for the tire or rim.

Need more information on tire treads and casings? Visit our Mountain Tires page.

FAQ

Q:  May Control wheels be used with rim brakes?

A:  No, Control wheels have been optimized for use with disc brakes only


Q:  Can Control wheels be converted to QR?

A:  Control wheels have been designed specifically for Boost spacing and are not convertible to QR or non-boost spacing


Q: Are there any weight limitations for Control wheels?

A:  Roval wheelsets with carbon rims are designed for a maximum structural weight limit of 275 pounds (125 kg) for 2020 and later models of Control SL; earlier models have a structural weight limit of 240 pounds (109 kg).


Q: Which Specialized bikes come with Control wheels?

A:  Certain builds of the Epic and Epic EVO are built with Control wheels