{"product_id":"vision-metron-rs-45-cs-silver-edition-wheelset","title":"Vision Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition Wheelset","description":"\u003csection class=\"vision-product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVision Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition Wheelset\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited-edition aero road wheels built around CeramicSpeed efficiency.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Vision Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition Wheelset combines a 45 mm full-carbon rim, aero-bladed carbon spokes, CeramicSpeed ceramic bearings, and Vision V-1000 ratchet hubs for a premium road wheel upgrade focused on speed, smoothness, and precise power transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for modern disc-brake road bikes, the Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition is available here with either a \u003cstrong\u003eShimano 11\/12-speed\u003c\/strong\u003e freehub or a \u003cstrong\u003eSRAM XDR\u003c\/strong\u003e freehub. Both versions use a Center Lock disc-brake interface and thru-axle road fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVision positions the Metron RS CS Silver Edition at the top of its Racing Series wheel lineup. The wheelset pairs Vision's carbon wheel design and manufacturing expertise with CeramicSpeed bearing technology to reduce friction, improve smoothness, and maximize efficiency during hard road efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited-edition silver finish for a distinctive high-end build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45 mm full-carbon rim depth for aero road performance without going overly deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23 mm internal rim width and 31.1 mm external rim width for modern road tire profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramicSpeed ceramic bearings engineered for efficiency, smoothness, and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVision V-1000 PRS ratchet hubs with 72T engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-degree hub engagement angle for fast pickup under acceleration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAero-bladed DP carbon spokes for a light, stiff, aerodynamic structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2:1 spoke ratio with 21 spokes front and 24 spokes rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eABS self-locking nipples for secure, precise wheel building\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-built craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano 11\/12-speed and SRAM XDR freehub options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClaimed wheelset weight: 1290 g per pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCeramicSpeed bearings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CS version is developed with CeramicSpeed and uses CeramicSpeed ceramic bearings designed specifically for Vision V-1000 hubs. Vision describes the bearing system as using grade 3 silicon nitride balls, hardened steel raceways, reinforced cages, and low-viscosity grease to reduce friction while increasing efficiency and durability. The CeramicSpeed bearing system is also backed by a 4-year bearing warranty according to Vision's product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eV-1000 72T ratchet hubs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vision V-1000 PRS hub system uses a helical clutch ratchet with 72 teeth. Vision states that this creates a 5-degree engagement angle and 24% faster engagement than the previous Vision 6-pawl and DT 54T \/ 6.6-degree systems. For riders who sprint, attack, climb out of the saddle, or accelerate repeatedly, that quick pickup helps the wheelset feel immediate and responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull carbon construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition uses a full carbon rim and carbon spokes. The 45 mm rim depth gives riders an aero benefit while keeping the wheelset versatile for rolling terrain, fast group rides, road racing, and daily performance riding. The 23 mm internal width supports modern road tire sizing and shaping, while the 31.1 mm outer width helps create a clean aero profile with today's wider road tires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wheelset is best for road riders who want a premium, race-oriented carbon wheelset with a responsive mid-depth profile, excellent bearing performance, and compatibility with current Shimano and SRAM drivetrain standards. It is a strong upgrade for aero road bikes, lightweight race bikes, endurance road bikes, and performance disc-brake road builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eWheelset\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVision\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetron RS 45 CS Silver Edition Wheelset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscipline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoad\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheelset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Edition Silver \/ Hollow Vision RS Ti Flash Silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWheel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700c\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter Lock disc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTire System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTubeless-ready clincher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eRims \u0026amp; Spokes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRim Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Rim Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal Rim Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e31.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpokes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAero-bladed DP carbon spokes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpoke Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21 front \/ 24 rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpoke Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNipples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABS self-locking nipples\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eHubs \u0026amp; Bearings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHub System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVision V-1000 PRS ratchet hubs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRatchet Engagement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72T \/ 5-degree engagement angle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 sealed CeramicSpeed ceramic bearings, 2 front \/ 4 rear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAxle Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFront 12 x 100 mm thru-axle \/ Rear 12 x 142 mm thru-axle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eFreehub Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano Variant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano 11\/12-speed road freehub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRAM Variant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRAM XDR freehub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClaimed Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1290 g per pair\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFreehub\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVendor Description\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShimano 11\/12-Speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e710-0180231051\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMETRON RS 45 Silver Edition SMN 11\/12S, 21x24H SMN 11\/12S DB CL, CS bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSRAM XDR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e710-0180236051\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMETRON RS 45 Silver Edition XDR, 21x24H SRAM XDR DB CL, CS bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBuyer Questions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the Vision Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition best for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best for road riders who want a premium mid-depth carbon wheelset for racing, fast group rides, high-speed training, and performance road builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does CS mean on this wheelset?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCS refers to the CeramicSpeed version of the Metron RS wheelset. This build uses CeramicSpeed ceramic bearings for reduced friction, smoothness, efficiency, and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this wheelset tubeless-ready?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition is a tubeless-ready clincher road wheelset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat freehub do I need?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Shimano 11\/12-Speed for Shimano road drivetrains and many Shimano-compatible cassettes. Choose SRAM XDR for SRAM AXS road drivetrains that use XDR cassettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a disc-brake wheelset?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is a disc-brake road wheelset with a Center Lock rotor interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat axle standard does it use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wheelset is listed for modern road thru-axle fitment: 12 x 100 mm front and 12 x 142 mm rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow deep are the rims?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rims are 45 mm deep, giving a versatile aero profile that works well for racing, fast road riding, and everyday performance use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow wide are the rims?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVision lists the rim at 23 mm internal width and 31.1 mm outer width, supporting a modern wider road tire shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much does the wheelset weigh?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVision lists the Metron RS 45 CS Silver Edition wheelset at 1290 g per pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes the V-1000 hub special?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V-1000 PRS hub uses a 72T ratchet system with a 5-degree engagement angle for fast pickup and responsive acceleration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy choose a 45 mm wheel instead of a deeper wheel?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 45 mm rim depth gives a strong balance of aero benefit, low weight, handling stability, and climbing versatility. It is often easier to ride in variable wind than a very deep wheel while still offering meaningful speed gains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this wheelset compatible with SRAM AXS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, choose the SRAM XDR variant for SRAM AXS road drivetrains that use XDR cassettes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this wheelset compatible with Shimano 12-speed road?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, choose the Shimano 11\/12-Speed variant for Shimano 12-speed road drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Vision","offers":[{"title":"Shimano 11\/12-Speed","offer_id":53673437266196,"sku":"710-0180231051","price":3599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"SRAM XDR","offer_id":53673437298964,"sku":"710-0180236051","price":3599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/6698\/8308\/files\/RSCS5.png?v=1786977944","url":"https:\/\/brimstonebicycles.shop\/products\/vision-metron-rs-45-cs-silver-edition-wheelset","provider":"Brimstone Bicycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}