WHEEL ARMOUR
Rim sidewall armour, cut to your exact wheel. Carbon or alloy.
Measure your wheelsMeasure your wheels
Every kit is cut to your rim. Front and rear are measured separately, so different sizes are no problem.
How to measure
- 1
Use a cloth tape, or a piece of string held against a ruler.
- 2
Measure from the outer edge of the spoke nipple down to the bead, where the rim starts to curve toward the tyre.
- 3
Do both sides. Rims are often asymmetric, so the two numbers may differ.
Measure the rim itself, not the coverage you want. We allow the gaps at the bead and nipple when we cut.
Rims live closest to the ground. They wear like it.
Your rims catch everything the trail throws up, and rim damage is the first thing a buyer inspects.
Stone strikes chipping the leading edge of the sidewall
Tyre levers biting into the bead on every trailside repair
Rock gardens scraping the outer wall on tight lines
Grit and brake dust dulling the finish ride after ride
Frequently asked questions
How do I measure my rim?+
Use a cloth tape or a piece of string laid against a ruler. Measure from the outer edge of the spoke nipple down to the bead, where the rim starts curving toward the tyre. Measure the rim itself, not the amount of coverage you want. Spoke holes can be staggered, so check a few before settling on a number.
Why measure both sides?+
Plenty of modern rims are asymmetric, so the drive side and non-drive side are often different depths. Measuring both means the film sits flush on each side instead of overhanging on one.
Does it work on carbon and alloy?+
Both. The film protects the surface either way. On carbon it guards the finish buyers inspect first, on alloy it protects the anodising.
Will it affect braking?+
No. Coverage sits on the sidewall band between the spoke nipples and the bead, well clear of disc rotors.
Gloss or matte?+
Match your existing rim so the protection stays out of sight. Gloss film on a gloss rim, matte on matte.
Can I install it myself?+
Yes. Kits ship with instructions. In Cape Town you can also book a professional fit at our workshop.
Still deciding?
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