Off-Road Wheel Guide: Rock ‘n’ Roll
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In this latest edition of Rock ‘n’ Roll, we’re focusing on off-road focused wheel offerings from popular brands across the overlanding and racing spaces. From simulated beadlocks to fully-forged construction and classic looks, these wheels have got it all. Which of these wheels will you choose for your rig?
Mayhem / 8306 Ridgeline
The 8306 Ridgeline features a concave eight-spoke design with a vented outer bead and simulated hardware. It has a black snap-in center cap with an embossed Mayhem Wheels logo. They come in Satin Black and Gloss Bronze w/Black lip in a 17-inch diameter for most trucks.
Titan 7 / T-AK1
Titan 7 is all about actual performance gains from their wheels. This is why they produced the T-AK1, a fully forged wheel that features anti slip knurling for added traction along with triangulated inner spoke machining to reduce weight while keeping a sturdy structure. The result is a premium wheel that is one of the lightest of its kind in the world. Reduced unsprung weight improves driving, handling and MPG. Available in colors Satin Titanium (shown) and Techna Bronze.
Titan 7/T-AK2
Titan 7 infuses motorsport features into the T-AK2 that include a knurled tire beadseat for maximum traction and durable lightness to help prevent slowing down the vehicle due to the added weight of larger tires. Rim sections are strengthened to ensure wheels are rock solid on the pavement or off-road. It’s available in Satin Titanium, Machine Black, Techna Bronze and Tioga Green.
Mayhem / 8305 Compass
The 8305 Compass features a multi-spoke design with a vented outer bead and simulated hardware. It has a black snap-in center cap with an embossed Mayhem Wheels logo. They come in a Matte Black, Matte Gunmetal, Satin Black, and Gloss Graphite finish in 15-, 17-, 18-, and 20-inch diameters for CUV, SUV, and most trucks.
Black Rhino Wheels / Guide
The Black Rhino Guide features a split six-spoke design nestled deep within a classic step lip profile. A bolt-on cap is utilized to allow for additional hub clearance through the entire center bore of the wheel. Launch finishes include Matte Black, Matte Bronze, and Midnight Blue. Available in 16”-and 17-inch sizes for 5-lug and 6-lug applications.
Enkei / RPT1
Truck and SUV owners have often asked for Enkei to develop wheel for truck and SUV applications and they listened. Based on their popular road-race RPF1 design, the all-new Enkei RPT1 features the same clean, split-spoke design as the RPF1 but is built to higher loading capacities to suit six-lug trucks and SUVs. Available in 16-, 17-, and 18-inch applications and a variety of colors.
KMC / KM724 Impact OL
The new USA made KM724 Impact OL wheel is based on a 16-spoke face with a clean lip design. Impact OL includes the V2 Pro Cap and an insert to run the KMC or TRD flat cap on 6×139.7 models. It is available in Satin Black and Matte Bronze finishes in sized 16- and 17-inch sizes for 5- and 6-lug applications.
Didn’t see your dream wheels in this list? Check out some of the past few editons of Rock ‘n’ Roll from 2023:
Editor’s Note: A version of this story previously appeared in the May/June 2023 print issue of Tread Magazine.
