The Saltplus Mesa Aero BMX rim is built to meet modern technical expectations, designed for those who don’t just ride, but push their limits. Its core is made from 6061-T6 heat-treated aluminum—one of the most widely used materials in the industry, and for good reason: it’s lightweight yet exceptionally strong. The T6 heat treatment significantly increases the material’s tensile strength, which becomes critical when you're hitting 3-meter gaps or landing flat without mercy—nothing on your bike can afford to give way.
The double-wall construction features an internal reinforcement that helps distribute impact forces more evenly, reducing the chance of dents along the rim edge and preventing stress from concentrating in specific areas of the rim body.
The welded joint isn’t just a spot weld—it’s a precise, full-width seam that’s ground smooth after welding. This doesn’t just add strength; it also ensures the rim behaves more predictably during truing, allowing for more accurate wheel builds. The spoke holes—drilled for 36 spokes—are evenly spaced to reduce tension variance, resulting in a more durable and stable wheel that’s less prone to spoke loosening over time.
The rounded sidewall is intentionally designed for brakeless use—this isn’t just a visual choice, it’s an engineering decision. The shape doesn’t provide a suitable surface for brake pads, but it does allow weight savings without compromising structural integrity. Because of this, the Mesa Aero rim is almost exclusively for riders who go brakeless or use alternative braking setups instead of traditional U-brakes.
