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C-LUX – Campagnolo

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Campagnolo is renowned for its carbon wheel innovations. Among them, the C-LUX (Campagnolo Luxury) finish stands out for its clean looks and its functional advantages. This unique process ensures not only an impeccable design, but also concrete performance benefits.

What is the C-LUX finish?

The C-LUX finish relies on perfect mastery of carbon as a material. Unlike traditional processes, it requires no lacquer. The mirror effect is obtained by controlling the thickness of the outer resin layer, which already forms part of the rim structure. This produces a perfectly smooth surface, with no moulding defects, and eliminates any unnecessary paint.

What are the advantages of the C-LUX finish?

1. A significant weight saving

By removing the need for lacquer or any additional coating, the C-LUX finish helps lighten the wheel, improving efficiency and responsiveness.

2. High-end looks

The glossy, uniform appearance of the exposed carbon fibre gives the wheels a unique design. They become a real mark of distinction for cyclists who care about the look of their bike.

3. A rim bed optimised for tubeless

The C-LUX finish is not limited to the outside of the rims. It also benefits the rim bed, as on the Bora Ultra WTO. This precise treatment optimises the seating of tyres without inner tubes (tubeless), making them easier to fit and reducing the risk of damaging the beads.

4. An asset for reliability and safety

By guaranteeing a more precise tyre fit, the C-LUX finish ensures better retention of the tyre on the rim, which minimises the risk of the tyre coming off and improves safety.

Which Campagnolo wheels have the C-LUX finish?

Campagnolo has built this technology into several of its high-end wheels:

  • Road wheels:
    • Bora Ultra WTO
    • Bora WTO
    • Hyperon Ultra
    • Shamal
    • Ghibli
  • Gravel wheels:
    • Levante

Conclusion: an exclusive Campagnolo signature

The C-LUX finish is not just an aesthetic choice, but a real technological advance. By combining a smooth surface, a weight saving and better compatibility with tubeless tyres, Campagnolo offers a solution that improves both the performance and the design of carbon wheels.

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