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The butterfly weave is a specialized carbon fiber pattern used in high-performance road bike rims, characterized by an overlapping fiber layout that visually resembles butterfly wings. Also referred to as the braided, UD X weave, or butterfly knot, this pattern is engineered to provide an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, often resulting in rims that are roughly 40g lighter than standard woven rims.
Engineering and Performance
The butterfly weave serves both structural and aesthetic purposes:
- Reinforced Spoke Holes: The butterfly pattern is distributed evenly over the spoke holes, which significantly contributes to the strength of the rim wall thickness in these critical areas.
- Lightweight Construction: These rims typically utilize premium Toray T800 and T1000 carbon fiber. Because the pattern uses single-point reinforcement technology, it can achieve a lighter weight than standard UD (unidirectional) or 3K weaves while maintaining high durability.
- Aerodynamics: Most butterfly weave rims feature a wide U-shape design, which enhances lateral stiffness and reduces aerodynamic drag, especially in crosswinds.
Common Specifications
Butterfly weave road rims are typically designed for modern road disc brake standards:
- Width: Standard outer width is often 28mm with a 21mm inner width, optimized for 700x28C–45C tires.
- Depth Options: Manufacturers offer various depths, including 33mm, 38mm, 45mm, 50mm, and 55mm.
- Tire Compatibility: Most designs are tubeless-ready (clincher) but remain compatible with standard inner tubes.
Available Products
Features a unique butterfly weave pattern with full carbon spokes weighing only 2.9g each. The wheelset starts at approximately 1239g per pair and utilizes a 36T Ratchet system with ceramic bearings for minimal rolling resistance.
High-performance 28mm wide rims made with Toray T800+T1000 fibers. These rims are roughly 10g lighter than standard UD weave options and feature reinforced nipple beds for higher spoke tension.
A versatile wheelset for road or gravel with a 21mm internal width. The 38mm depth version weighs approximately 1275g.
A premium hand-built aero wheelset featuring the butterfly weave pattern and reliable D/T Swiss 370 hubs.
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Comparison with Standard Weaves
| Feature | Butterfly Weave | UD (Unidirectional) | 3K / 12K Weave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Overlapping "butterfly" or "X" pattern | Uniform, non-patterned | Traditional checkerboard grid |
| Weight | Ultra-light; ~40g lighter than standard | Lightweight standard | Heavier due to woven layers |
| Primary Use | High-end climbing & aero road | Most common for frames/rims | Impact protection & aesthetics |
| Material | Often T800 + T1000 | Mostly T700 | Varies by manufacturer |
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Butterfly Weave Road Disc Carbon Clincher Rims 28mm ...
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Features: - Butterfly weave carbon rims are high-performance bicycle rims made with a unique weaving pattern. This weaving pattern adds strength and durability ...Read more
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For the butterfly weave rim, the carbon fiber is overlapped which looks like a butterfly, also named braided/UD X weave/butterfly knot/butterfly effect. The ...Read more
LightCarbon Butterfly Weave C67DB Disc Brake Road Full ...
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Buit with unique butterfly weave carbon rims. 28mm outer width (21mm inner width). C67DB ceramic bearings hub, Rachet 36T structure. LC CS1 full carbon spokes.Read more
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Butterfly weave carbon road wheels. Weight starts from 1259g/pair. Price starts from USD 525/pair. C67DB hubs with ceramic bearings, 36T Ratchet.Read more
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Manufature Butterfly Pattern Carbon Fiber Wheel set Road ...
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26mm width 38mm height rim brake HTG carbon wheelset ,high temperature resistance 225℃.With butterfly knot weave ,wheelset is with light version weight.Read more
Deep Analysis of Carbon Fiber Rim Surface Textures
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Mar 20, 2026 — Explore carbon fiber rim weave types including UD, 1K, 3K, 12K and 18K. Learn how different textures influence strength, aerodynamics and ...
srg45tc28w disc carbon road rims and custom wheels
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700C 45mm deep 28mm wide wavy symmetric carbon rims and custom clincher wheels for gravel/cx disc bicycles,UCI approved wheels.Read more
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