COMETE 50

The Mavic COMETE 50 carbon road wheels are designed for cyclists looking for a single set capable of going fast on the flats, staying responsive on climbs, and maintaining precise tracking at high speeds. Their 50 mm profile and 23 mm internal width, combined with 28 mm tires, optimize aerodynamics, efficiency, and control. The Adaptive Layup construction combines T700, T1000, and 3K fibers to balance stiffness, weight, and dynamic performance. The 21 Mavic Aero Carbon spokes per wheel enhance pedaling precision, while Mavic Ceramic bearings and the ID360 40T system improve smoothness and responsiveness. Weighing 1,315 g per pair, the COMETE 50 is positioned as a lightweight, versatile aero carbon wheel for road performance

Main features

Aerodynamic speed on every route

The 50 mm rim profile and 23 mm internal width place the COMETE 50 in the category of lightweight aero carbon road wheels. The Aero Wide design was developed by our wind tunnel engineers in Geneva to improve and optimize efficiency in headwinds and crosswinds. The result is a time savings of up to 12 seconds over 50 km compared to the Cosmic SLR 45.

Full-carbon responsiveness on acceleration

The Adaptive Layup structure combines T700, T1000, and 3K fibers to optimize stiffness, weight, and vibration damping. The 21 Mavic Aero Carbon spokes per wheel, with a (14/7) configuration 14 crossed spokes on one side and 7 radial spokes on the other, provide perfect tension balance, which enhances steering precision, vibration absorption, and comfort.
The expected result: a more responsive wheel when you accelerate, sprint, or change pace.

Low-friction 40T engagement

The hub features the ID360 40-tooth double-pawl freewheel system, paired with Mavic Ceramic bearings to minimize friction and improve smoothness at high speeds. Optimized springs and lightweight hub bodies contribute to performance. Locked-In spoke heads provide lasting tension stability—a key factor in maintaining precision and reliability ride after ride, so you can get the most out of every road profile.

Key technology

LightnessAdaptive Layup Carbon technology
Optimized carbon layup for tailored combo of lightness, stiffness and compliance
Efficiency RigidityInstant Drive 360 ratchet freewheel technology
The new Instant Drive 360 freewheel system is super light and efficient. A large contactless rubber seal provides low friction, while a wide array of end caps makes it super versatile.
Efficiency RigidityUST tubeless technology
Traction and control. Universal Standard for Tubeless. Ready to ride tubeless system. The UST concept improves traction, control and comfort whilst reducing inertia and flats.

Specifications

  • Weight Pair : 1315 g
  • Weight Front : 600 g
  • Weight Rear : 715 g
  • Material: 100% carbon fiber
  • Height: 50 mm
  • Internal width: 23 mm
  • Max outer width : 30mm
  • Braking: disc
  • Profile: Hooked
  • ETRTO size: 622x23TC hooked
  • Tire: UST Tubeless Ready
  • Tire: Tubetype or UST Tubeless Ready with Mavic Tubeless Tape
  • Drilling: traditional (front/rear 21 holes)
  • Material: unidirectional carbon fiber
  • Shape: straight, aero, selected in wind tunnel for lowest rotational drag
  • Nipples: aluminium, black
  • Lacing: crossed 2 on high stress side (front disc side, read drive side) and radial on opposite side for tension balance (durability) and stability.
  • Body material: aluminium
  • 40 teeth ratchets / 9°
  • Axle material: aluminum
  • Axle size: front 12x100 / rear 12x142
  • Freewheel technology: Instant Drive 360 ratchet system
  • Freewheel: Shimano HG road / Sram XD road
  • Bearings : Mavic Ceramic
  • User guide
  • Wheel cover
  • Tubeless rim tape mounted on wheel
  • UST valve not mounted on wheel
  • Minimum tyre size: width 28mm - pressure max. 5.5Bar/80PSI
  • ASTM category 1 : road only
  • Maximum weight supported by the wheels: must not exceed 120 kg (bike weight included)

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8/14/26
“Ces nouvelles roues (livrées avec mon LOOK) sont particulièrement efficaces et très dynamiques.”
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“Bonjour Christian, Nous vous remercions d'avoir pris le temps de partager votre avis. Nous sommes ravis que nos nouvelles roues Comete 50 répondent à vos attentes. N'hésitez pas à partager votre expérience autour de vous. Profitez bien de vos sorties. L'équipe Mavic”

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7/19/26
“Super roues comme d habitude chez Mavic. Sont elkes compatible avec un corps 11 vitesses shimano?”
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Answer from the team
“Bonjour Cyril, Merci pour votre commentaire. Oui pour la comptabilité 11 vitesses en utilisant le bon corps (normalement HG) A très vite L'Equipe Mavic”

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RomainAmateur (1–2 rides per week)
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6/16/26
“Très content de ma paire de roue , légère fiable et en plus très belle”
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Answer from the team
“Bonjour Romain, Merci pour ton commentaire et cela vaut bien un 5/5 😉 profite bien de tes nouvelles roues et dépasse tous tes chronos. A très vite L'Equipe Mavic”

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PierreExpert
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6/12/26
“Ces roues sont ultra polyvalentes. Elles sont réactives en montée et très précises en descente. Un vrai bonheur !”
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“Bonjour Pierre, Merci de t'être équipé de nos toutes dernières roues les COMETE 50 et d'avoir pris le temps de partager tes sensations à vélo. Nous te souhaitons de belles sorties et toujours avec autant de bonheur! A très vite, L'Equipe Mavic.”

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