City bike wheels
Our selection of Cycling Wheels for city bikes includes the Kellys Draft wheels, front dynamo in twenty-four and twenty-seven and a half, rear V-brake in twenty-eight inches, a rear tricycle wheel P2R, and a carbon rim Deadfast, along with our tips for choosing a sturdy urban wheel.
Durability and lighting, mile after mile.
Robustness Above All
A city bike wheel must primarily be robust: it takes the impact of curbs, cobblestones, potholes, and the weight of panniers. Double-walled rims that are shock-resistant and waterproof hubs that are less sensitive to rain are preferred. The Kellys Draft wheels from the Slovak brand meet these requirements for everyday use.
The Rest of the Wheel
The wheels, tyres, and braking systems are also available:
Everything you need is on the wheels, tyres, and braking page.
Autonomous Lighting
The dynamo hub, integrated into the front wheel, generates electricity to power the lights as soon as you ride: no more batteries to change or recharge, and a bike that is always visible, day or night. Almost frictionless, it has become the standard equipment for urban and touring bikes. Our selection offers a Kellys front wheel with a dynamo, available in rim or disc versions.
Three Checks
There are three points to check before purchase. The diameter: twenty-eight inches, or seven hundred millimetres, for most adult city bikes; twenty-six or twenty-seven and a half for some models; twenty-four for juniors. The braking: machined rim for V-brakes, or disc mounting. The locking: nut or quick-release system. The tricycle wheel P2R is designed for adult tricycles.
Good Deals
Good deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, and Black Friday. The new arrivals feature the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by summer sales and back-to-school offers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What diameter wheel for a city bike?
City bikes most often run on twenty-eight inch wheels, equivalent to seven hundred millimetres, and sometimes on twenty-four or twenty-six inches. The exact size is marked on the side of the tyre, according to ETRTO standards.
What is the purpose of a front wheel with a dynamo hub?
The dynamo hub generates electricity while riding to power the lights, with no battery or recharging needed. The front Kellys Draft wheels come equipped with this feature: the lights are always ready, day or night.
Rear wheel for V-brake or disc brake?
A V-brake wheel has a rim with machined sides for brake pads, while a disc wheel has a hub with disc mounting. You need to choose based on the brake already fitted to the bike, as the two are not interchangeable.
Why choose a double-walled rim in the city?
The double wall makes the rim stiffer and more resistant to curbs, cobblestones, and potholes. It also better supports the weight of panniers and keeps the wheel straighter for longer.
How to tell if a bike wheel is warped?
By spinning the wheel, you can see if the rim wobbles side to side in relation to the brake pads or frame. A slight warp can be corrected by a mechanic; a cracked or severely deformed rim requires a wheel replacement.
