G SES 4.5 Pro DB

The ENVE G SES 4.5 Pro DB carbon wheelset is designed for gravel riders who want speed, control and versatility without committing to a single type of terrain. Modern gravel routes can move from hard-packed roads to rough sections, fast flats and long climbs in a single ride. The G SES approach brings aerodynamic thinking to these demands while keeping wheelset weight and handling at the center of the design.

The front rim is 49 mm deep, while the rear measures 55 mm. Both feature a 30 mm internal width, developed around the high-volume tires commonly used in contemporary gravel riding. ENVE recommends tire widths between 44 and 52 mm, with a stated minimum of 40 mm. This provides a clear starting point for choosing a suitable tire according to the route and the manufacturer's compatibility guidance.

ENVE's Wide Hookless Bead uses a wider, rounded leading edge to distribute impact energy and help reduce pinch flats when obstacles strike the tire and rim. Maximum tire pressure is listed at 50 psi, or 3.4 bar, and riders must also observe the limitations of their chosen tires. ENVE manufactures the G SES rims in Ogden, Utah, where design, development, testing and production are brought together.

ENVE INNERDRIVE PRO hubs feature a lightweight shell, a 40-tooth PRO ratchet with a low-drag spring and ENVE PRO ceramic bearings. The claimed hubset weight is 281 g. The hub design also reduces spoke twisting during assembly. These 700c wheels use Centerlock disc interfaces and 12x100 mm front and 12x142 mm rear thru-axle spacing. Disc lockrings are not included in the supplied build.

The complete wheelset has a claimed weight of 1480 g with an HG freehub, tubeless tape and valves included. Combining a deeper rear rim with a wide internal channel and performance-oriented hub technology, the G SES 4.5 Pro DB is a considered option for competitive gravel racing, fast training rides and long days exploring mixed surfaces.