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Reece Wilson and AON Racing Choose Reynolds: Built to Break the Mold
Apr 20, 2025
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When Reece Wilson, 2020 DH World Champion and now the driving force behind the new AON Racing program, set out to build a team unlike anything in modern gravity racing, every component had to serve a purpose.
From the start, Reynolds wheels were the only choice.
“You don’t win races if you’re thinking about your equipment. You win when it disappears beneath you—doing its job so well, you can just ride. That’s exactly what Reynolds does.”
Robust. Lightweight. Efficient. And Tuned for Control.
The demands of downhill and freeride racing push wheels to the limit—but Reynolds doesn’t flinch. Engineered for maximum durability with minimal weight, their carbon wheels are designed to handle the biggest impacts without sacrificing the responsiveness elite athletes like Reece demand.
But that’s only half the story.
What truly sets Reynolds apart is their next-level vertical compliance—a carefully tuned flex profile that helps the wheels track better across rough terrain, delivering:
Enhanced traction in loose and uneven conditions
Improved line-holding precision through rock gardens and compressions
Reduced rider fatigue, thanks to smoother ground feedback
“When we took the drivetrain noise away—no chain slap, no derailleur rattle—you could really feel the wheels. And you start to notice things other wheels just don’t offer. The way these Reynolds wheels track through corners, hold a line, recover after impacts—it’s on another level,” says Reece.
Made for the New Era of Gravity Racing
The AON Racing bikes are anything but conventional. Featuring a Pinion gearbox, Gates Carbon Drive, Manitou suspension, and Hayes brakes, the system is built to reduce unsprung mass, improve silence and efficiency, and prioritize long-term performance.
In that setup, wheels aren’t just a component—they’re a core structural piece. Reynolds carbon wheels thrive in this environment, offering the kind of responsiveness and control that racing on the limit demands.
“We put the Reynolds wheels through everything—from World Cup-style downhills to Darkfest-style freeride sends. They held up. They stayed true. They performed when nothing else could.”
From the start, Reynolds wheels were the only choice.
“You don’t win races if you’re thinking about your equipment. You win when it disappears beneath you—doing its job so well, you can just ride. That’s exactly what Reynolds does.”
Robust. Lightweight. Efficient. And Tuned for Control.
The demands of downhill and freeride racing push wheels to the limit—but Reynolds doesn’t flinch. Engineered for maximum durability with minimal weight, their carbon wheels are designed to handle the biggest impacts without sacrificing the responsiveness elite athletes like Reece demand.
But that’s only half the story.
What truly sets Reynolds apart is their next-level vertical compliance—a carefully tuned flex profile that helps the wheels track better across rough terrain, delivering:
“When we took the drivetrain noise away—no chain slap, no derailleur rattle—you could really feel the wheels. And you start to notice things other wheels just don’t offer. The way these Reynolds wheels track through corners, hold a line, recover after impacts—it’s on another level,” says Reece.
Made for the New Era of Gravity Racing
The AON Racing bikes are anything but conventional. Featuring a Pinion gearbox, Gates Carbon Drive, Manitou suspension, and Hayes brakes, the system is built to reduce unsprung mass, improve silence and efficiency, and prioritize long-term performance.
In that setup, wheels aren’t just a component—they’re a core structural piece. Reynolds carbon wheels thrive in this environment, offering the kind of responsiveness and control that racing on the limit demands.
“We put the Reynolds wheels through everything—from World Cup-style downhills to Darkfest-style freeride sends. They held up. They stayed true. They performed when nothing else could.”
Innovation at the Core
What makes Reynolds different is the mindset: every rim profile, layup, and interface is engineered not just for the way people ride today—but how they’ll ride tomorrow. As MTB design shifts toward integrated systems, gearbox drivetrains, and advanced suspension, Reynolds is already there—with carbon wheels that match that vision.
“These wheels are light, they’re insanely strong, and they give you that ‘locked in’ feeling when you’re charging. That’s rare. And that’s why they’re on all our bikes.”
Trusted by the Best. Proven Everywhere.
AON Racing will be competing on some of the most brutal terrain in the world—Whistler, Darkfest, Hardline, and beyond. With Reynolds carbon wheels, Reece and his team ride knowing their gear is ready for every landing, corner, and high-speed section.
Confidence. Compliance. Control. That’s Reynolds.
Follow AON Racing this season and see why Reece Wilson trusts Reynolds to lead the charge into the next generation of mountain bike performance.
What makes Reynolds different is the mindset: every rim profile, layup, and interface is engineered not just for the way people ride today—but how they’ll ride tomorrow. As MTB design shifts toward integrated systems, gearbox drivetrains, and advanced suspension, Reynolds is already there—with carbon wheels that match that vision.
“These wheels are light, they’re insanely strong, and they give you that ‘locked in’ feeling when you’re charging. That’s rare. And that’s why they’re on all our bikes.”
Trusted by the Best. Proven Everywhere.
AON Racing will be competing on some of the most brutal terrain in the world—Whistler, Darkfest, Hardline, and beyond. With Reynolds carbon wheels, Reece and his team ride knowing their gear is ready for every landing, corner, and high-speed section.
Confidence. Compliance. Control. That’s Reynolds.
Follow AON Racing this season and see why Reece Wilson trusts Reynolds to lead the charge into the next generation of mountain bike performance.
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