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2023 Santa Cruz Reserve 29 Wheels

$900✨ 18% under market

−$200 vs. fair-price low

Fair-price range: $1,100–$1,500

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Lightly used 2023 Santa Cruz Reserve 29 carbon wheels with I9 hubs for $900 USD.

Why we flagged this

These Reserve 29 carbon wheels with Industry Nine hubs are priced at $900, representing a significant discount compared to the typical $1,200-$1,800 range for this wheelset in excellent condition.

Watch out

Inspect carbon rims for any impact cracks or deep gouges and check the I9 hub bearings for any play or grit.

Price context

Recent comparable units have changed hands between $1,100 and $1,500. At $900, this listing is $200 below the low end of fair-market value.

Sold-price history (last 90 days)

Each dot is a comparable unit that actually changed hands. The dashed line is this listing’s asking price.

This listing · $900Feb 10Apr 13$1,550$900

Recent sold comparables

Finished sales for similar units, sourced from public listings.

Sold datePriceCondition
Apr 13, 2026$1,245Excellent
Apr 9, 2026$1,360Good
Apr 2, 2026$1,040Used
Mar 26, 2026$1,465Excellent
Mar 8, 2026$1,240Like new
Mar 8, 2026$1,550Excellent
Feb 20, 2026$1,280Excellent
Feb 12, 2026$1,440Excellent
Feb 10, 2026$1,440Used

Specs

Condition
Excellent - Lightly Ridden
Source
Pinkbike
Travel
150–170mm
Wheels
29"
Drivetrain
12-speed

Frequently asked questions

Why is the 2023 Santa Cruz Reserve 29 Wheels a deal at this price?

These Reserve 29 carbon wheels with Industry Nine hubs are priced at $900, representing a significant discount compared to the typical $1,200-$1,800 range for this wheelset in excellent condition.

What should I verify before buying this 2023 Santa Cruz Reserve 29 Wheels?

Inspect carbon rims for any impact cracks or deep gouges and check the I9 hub bearings for any play or grit.

How is the fair-price range estimated?

We use recent finished sales for the same model, configuration, and condition tier — not asking prices. The fair-price range reflects where comparable units have actually changed hands in the last 90 days.

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