Walker Brothers Revolver Tub Disc Wheel review
Walker Brothers Revolver Tub Disc Wheel tested and rated by our expert reviewer
Walker Brothers Revolver Tub Disc Wheel review
The Revolver Disc, from Newcastle upon Tyne-based Walker Brothers seems like a bargain, but is it a false economy?
Compared to a Zipp Super 9 tubular you’ll save £800 and, at 1,130g, pay a meagre 135g weight penalty. It has the en vogue aero wide rim profile, measuring 27.2mm at its widest point and allowing you to run faster-rolling wider tyres.
Walker Brothers are currently waiting for some tunnel data but, as Brian and Harry were among the UK’s top time-triallists in the 1990s, they know a fast wheel. On the road, even in challenging autumnal conditions, there’s no doubting its speed.
The hub is smooth, pick-up is excellent and, even when muscling up a climb, it’s 100% flex-free. The real surprise though is the comfort of the ride. Many cheaper discs are harsh but, with a spoked wheel beneath its skin, it’s a long-course racer’s dream.
Verdict: Fast, affordable and comfy disc designed and built in the UK, 92%
Contact : www.walker-brothers.co.uk
Jamie Beach
Former digital editor 
