Description
Introducing the Sun Ringle CR-18 Rim – 26 x 1 3/8″, a reliable and affordable choice for touring enthusiasts and casual riders seeking durability, performance, and classic style. Crafted from high-quality alloy with triple-box construction, this rim offers exceptional strength and longevity for your daily cycling adventures.
Materials & Construction
Manufactured from premium alloy with triple-box aluminum construction, the Sun Ringle CR-18 rim delivers superior durability and resistance to impact. Its polished silver finish provides a sleek, timeless look that complements various bike styles. Designed to withstand the rigors of touring and commuting, it ensures your wheelset remains robust mile after mile.
Performance & Engineering
Engineered with a precise 18mm internal width, this rim optimizes tire support for 26-inch clincher tires, enhancing stability and handling. The machined brake track ensures consistent braking performance with rim brakes, providing reliable stopping power in all conditions. Featuring an ISO diameter of 590mm, it guarantees a perfect fit for your touring or city bike.
Components & Technology
The Sun Ringle CR-18 is drilled for 40 spokes, allowing for a balanced wheel build that prioritizes strength and lateral stiffness. Compatibility with standard Schrader valves makes tube and tire installation straightforward. Its lightweight design at approximately 440 grams per rim makes it ideal for riders seeking a blend of durability and manageable weight.
Style & Use Case
With its polished finish and classic 26″ size, the CR-18 rim is perfect for touring, commuting, and everyday riding. Its simple yet sturdy design appeals to riders who value reliability and a timeless aesthetic. Whether constructing a new wheelset or replacing a worn rim, it provides excellent value without compromising quality.
Innovative & Differentiating Features
The triple-box construction sets the Sun Ringle CR-18 apart from standard alloy rims, offering enhanced strength and longevity. Its straightforward design – single eyelet, all alloy, with machined brake tracks – ensures ease of maintenance and consistent performance over time, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious riders who don’t want to sacrifice reliability.
Upgrade your bike with the Sun Ringle CR-18 Rim for a durable, stylish, and performance-oriented wheel solution built to handle your daily cycling needs.
- Durable triple-box aluminum construction provides superior strength and longevity for touring and everyday riding, ensuring your wheels withstand rugged conditions.
- Designed with a polished alloy finish, the Sun Ringle CR-18 Rim offers a sleek and stylish look that complements any bike setup, making it ideal for both casual and recreational cyclists.
- Optimized for rim brake systems with machined brake tracks and a 26-inch clincher design, this rim delivers precise braking performance and reliable handling in all weather conditions.
- Features a 40-hole hub drilling pattern for easy component customization, truing, and upgraded spoke configurations, enhancing wheel strength and performance.
- Lightweight at only 440 grams, with an internal width of 18mm, this rim strikes the perfect balance between weight savings and stability for touring, commuter, and casual riding applications.
| Brake Compatibility | Rim Brake |
| Rim Width (Internal) | 18 |
| Brake Track | Machined |
| Manufacturer Spec ERD (mm) | 578 |
| Valve | Standard Schrader |
| Color | Polished |
| Weight | 440 |
| Wheel Size | 26″ |
| Defined Color | Silver |
| ISO Diameter | 590 / 26 x 1 3/8″ |
| Hub Drilling | 40 |
| Rim Material | Alloy |
| Tire Type | Clincher |
| Rim Center Offset (mm) | 0 |






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