Easton EA70 SL tubeless ready wheels review

The Easton EA70 SL is a mid priced wheel set designed for all heavy use in all conditions

Cycling Weekly Verdict

Solid wheels that are ideal for all round riding. A little heavy, but the tubeless compatability is a bonus.

Reasons to buy
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    Impressive breaking- both wet and dry conditions

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    Very robust

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    Tubeless

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Reasons to avoid
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    Only compatible with specific groupsets

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    Less conventional specs- harder for locating replacements

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Easton says that its EA70 SL wheelset is “built to withstand years of abuse”. Although I did not have years to test the wheels, numerous rides, including some salt-riddled winter excursions did give me a good idea as to the quality and all-round benefits of the EA70 SLs.

When testing the Easton EA70 SLs I opted for 25mm Schwalbe One Tubeless-ready tyres and Stan’s No Tubes sealant. Mounting was achieved with tyre levers and I was able to seat the bead using an Airshot. I was unable to get the tyres to seat with a standard track pump.

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Oliver Bridgewood - no, Doctor Oliver Bridgewood - is a PhD Chemist who discovered a love of cycling. He enjoys racing time trials, hill climbs, road races and criteriums. During his time at Cycling Weekly, he worked predominantly within the tech team, also utilising his science background to produce insightful fitness articles, before moving to an entirely video-focused role heading up the Cycling Weekly YouTube channel, where his feature-length documentary 'Project 49' was his crowning glory.