The Mavic Ksyrium Equipe is built on black anodized 24mm rims to provide an aerodynamic edge in comparison to a standard Open Pro rim. And like the Ksyrium Elite, the Equipe features a perfectly machined braking surface and welded/machined construction for an optimum combination of performance and durability. New for 2008 Isopulse spoke lacing and use of straight pull spokes -- adding even more durability. Think of them as an ultra-tough wheelset ideal for long mileage in the worst conditions.

The Equipe is stout, yes. But aerodynamics are the forefront here, thanks to their 24mm rim profile, their low spoke count, and their use of bladed spokes. The Equipe is substantially less expensive than the Elite thanks to a combination of small details. Unlike the aluminum threaded spoke eyelets of the Elite, the Equipe uses single stainless steel eyelets (this is why you don't have to use rimstrips on either the SL or the Elite, but you do on the Equipe). While the Equipe uses the identical lightweight FTS-L steel freehub body as the Elite and the SL, its sealed bearing hubs aren't as easily adjusted, although they are fully serviceable otherwise.

The Equipe is available in clincher only (1780g). They have 20 spokes on the front, 24 spokes on the rear. The front spokes are radial, the rear spokes are 2-cross. They are available for both Shimano 8/9/10-speed drivetrains, as well as Campagnolo 9/10. They come standard with Mavic aluminum quick release skewers.