Q: What does flow-formed construction mean, and how does it compare to forged?

Flow forming spins and stretches the barrel of the wheel under pressure, which strengthens the metal and cuts weight compared with a conventional cast wheel, at a more accessible price than forged. Forged wheels sit above it for the lowest weight and most premium finish. Flow forming is the value sweet spot: a real step up in construction without the flagship cost. The UP-RW FF shares its Road Warrior design DNA with the forged UP-RW.