Scope R5 Disc Wheelset Review

Light, stiff and appreciably durable, the Scope R5 Disc wheelset is easily one of the fastest-rolling deep-section carbon options on the market

Scope R5d wheels
(Image: © Aaron Borrill)

Cyclingnews Verdict

Easily one of the fastest-rolling deep-section carbon options on the market

Pros

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    Stiff and fast rolling

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    Lightweight

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    Impeccable value for money

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    Swappable end caps mean the wheels are compatible with any bike

Cons

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    Ride quality can be harsh if paired with regular clinchers

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Founded in 2013, Scope Cycling might be a relatively new wheel brand but in a short space of time, the Dutch company has designed and crafted a comprehensive portfolio boasting wheelsets for both the disc-brake convert and rim-brake purist. (There is also an option for gravel riders and mountain bikers).

Sitting at the very top of Scope Cycling's product hierarchy is the R5 wheelset, pictured here in disc-brake guise. These 55mm-deep rims have been designed with one purpose only: to slice through the air as quickly and efficiently as possible while still providing stiffness and pliancy levels of the highest order. 

Aaron Borrill

Aaron was the Tech Editor Cyclingnews between July 2019 and June 2022. He was born and raised in South Africa, where he completed his BA honours at the University of Cape Town before embarking on a career in journalism. Throughout this career, Aaron has spent almost two decades writing about bikes, cars, and anything else with wheels. Prior to joining the Cyclingnews team, his experience spanned a stint as Gear & Digital editor of Bicycling magazine, as well as a time at TopCar as Associate Editor. 

Now based in the UK's Surrey Hills, Aaron's life revolves around bikes. He's a competitive racer, Stravaholic, and Zwift enthusiast. He’s twice ridden the Cape Epic, completed the Haute Route Alps, and represented South Africa in the 2022 Zwift eSports World Championships.

Height: 175cm

Weight: 61.5kg

Rides: Cannondale SuperSlice Disc Di2 TT, Cannondale Supersix Evo Dura-Ace Rim, Cannondale Supersix Evo Ultegra Di2 Disc, Trek Procaliber 9.9 MTB