ShowMyBike Scoring

How we score wheelsets.

Every wheelset in the catalog is rated across five independent dimensions. No opinion, no brand preference — only specs. Here is exactly what goes into each score.

How it works

Not just specs. Riding impact.

Tell us your goal

Speed, climbing, comfort or best value — or no preference at all. The advisor adjusts its recommendations to what actually matters for your riding.

AnyNo preference — best overall match
BalancedAero, weight and feel in equal measure
SpeedDeeper rims, lower weight, flat roads
ClimbLightest option within your budget
ComfortWider rims, better road feel
ValueBest specs per euro

Set your priorities

Aero, weight, comfort, handling, durability. Weight the dimensions that fit your style. The scoring shifts accordingly.

AeroScores speed support from rim depth and tire integration.
WeightHigher values mean easier acceleration and climbing.
ComfortDriven by inner rim width and tire range.
HandlingHow calm and predictable the wheelset feels in crosswinds and descents.
DurabilityCombines spoke count, warranty length and crash-replacement availability.

Upgrade goals

Goals re-weight the five dimensions for your use case.

These weights apply inside Find My Upgrade — not in the catalog. When you pick a goal, the advisor shifts which dimensions matter most for your final score.

Any

No preference — best overall match. Uses the same weights as Balanced with no goal-specific adjustment.

Aero
25%
Weight
20%
Comfort
20%
Handling
20%
Durability
15%
Balanced

Aero, weight and feel in equal measure. No single dimension dominates.

Aero
25%
Weight
20%
Comfort
20%
Handling
20%
Durability
15%
Speed

Deeper rims, lower weight, flat roads. Aero is the dominant factor.

Aero
45%
Weight
15%
Comfort
5%
Handling
20%
Durability
15%
Climb

Lightest option within your budget. Weight and handling dominate.

Aero
5%
Weight
40%
Comfort
15%
Handling
25%
Durability
15%
Comfort

Wider rims, better road feel. Comfort and handling lead the scoring.

Aero
10%
Weight
10%
Comfort
35%
Handling
25%
Durability
20%
Value

Best specs per euro. Uses the same dimension weights as Balanced, but the final score is adjusted by price.

The adjustment formula: score × 0.78 + price bonus. Wheelsets under €3,000 gain up to +24 pts; wheelsets above €3,000 lose up to −12 pts. A well-specced €1,500 wheel can outrank a marginally better €4,000 wheel.

Score dimensions

Five axes. Each driven by real spec data.

Aero

Scores speed potential from rim depth and tire integration. The curve is smooth — no harsh jumps per mm of depth.

Rim depth Main driver. 25 mm → ~25 pts, 50 mm → ~72 pts, 70 mm → ~96 pts. Calculated along a smooth curve.
Tire integration +5 pts if outer rim width ≥ 28 mm and max tire ≥ 28 mm. Wider rim + wide tire reduces aerodynamic drag.
Narrow outer rim −5 pts if outer rim width < 26 mm. Narrow rims create an aerodynamic step between rim and tire.
Weight

Linear formula — every gram counts equally. No clustering at the top end.

Wheelset weight 1,100 g → 100 pts. 1,700 g → 30 pts. Linear scale, clamped between 30 and 100.
Weight score is the only dimension with no secondary modifiers — the number speaks for itself.
Comfort

Driven by inner rim width and tire range. Hookless rims and very deep rims reduce this score.

Inner rim width — base score < 19 mm → 50 · ≤ 20 mm → 60 · ≤ 22 mm → 70 · ≤ 25 mm → 78 · > 25 mm → 85
Wide tire support +5 pts if max tire ≥ 32 mm. +5 additional pts if max tire ≥ 40 mm.
Deep rim −5 pts if depth > 60 mm. −5 additional pts if depth > 75 mm. Deep rims transmit more road vibration.
Hookless bead −8 pts. Hookless rims limit tire choice and maximum pressure, which reduces setup flexibility.
Handling

Scores how calm and predictable the wheelset should feel in crosswinds, descents and quick direction changes. Shallower rims score higher.

Rim depth — inverse curve 22 mm → 96 pts · 35 mm → 85 pts · 50 mm → 64 pts · 65 mm → 41 pts · 75 mm+ → ~28 pts. Deeper rims catch more crosswind.
Wide outer rim +5 pts if outer rim ≥ 28 mm. A wider rim supports a rounder tire profile which improves cornering stability.
Durability

Combines load rating, spoke count, bearing type, warranty length and crash-replacement availability. All real data points — no estimates.

Max system weight — base score < 110 kg → 40 · ≤ 115 kg → 55 · ≤ 120 kg → 62 · ≤ 125 kg → 72 · ≤ 130 kg → 80 · > 130 kg → 88
Spoke count Only the highest matching tier applies: ≥ 52 total → +10 · ≥ 48 → +7 · ≥ 44 → +3 · < 40 → −6
Warranty & crash replacement +5 pts for warranty ≥ 3 years. +5 pts if crash replacement program available.
Ceramic bearings +3 pts. Ceramic bearings typically last longer and run more efficiently than standard steel.
Ultralight build −5 pts if wheelset < 1,300 g. −2 pts if < 1,400 g. Very light builds are structurally leaner by design.