WTB targets gravel racing with CGR i28 wheel update

WTB leans into race-focused gravel kit

WTB has introduced its CGR i28 gravel wheels, with the headline features centred on a 'diamond-like carbon' ratchet and deeper rims designed to work with aero tyres.

The important part is not just that this is another gravel wheel release, but how it is being positioned. The CGR i28 is aimed at modern performance gravel, where wheel and tyre choices increasingly sit at the centre of race setup decisions. Deep rims paired with aero tyres point toward a more speed-focused approach, while the ratchet detail suggests WTB is trying to differentiate the wheel beyond rim shape alone.

For serious gravel racers, that matters because equipment choices are no longer only about durability and tyre volume. The story here is integration: rim profile, tyre choice and drive-system details being treated as part of the same performance package. Without the full spec sheet, the real-world value will depend on how those features translate outside the launch language.

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