The optimal rim
for Schwalbe tubeless racing bike tires

For safety and performance, the tire and rim on the bicycle must be optimally matched. This applies all the more to tubeless tires. In addition to the classic hooked rims (crotched type), so-called "hookless" rims (straight side) are becoming increasingly popular in current models. Hookless" rims in particular place high demands on tubeless tires for safe operation. The Schwalbe TLR/TLE models (from model year 2020) are designed to meet these special requirements, especially in the bead core area, and are therefore fundamentally compatible.

Due to the design, the tire volume increases compared to the conventional hook rim because of the larger inner rim width. Therefore, the air pressure is lower than with normal rims. To ensure safety and optimum performance, the air pressure must be set lower than with the conventional set-up with hook rim. Regardless of the rim contour (hookless or hooked rim), Schwalbe recommends only using rims/wheels that are explicitly approved for tubeless use.