HADRON Classic 485 Rim Brake
The HADRON Classic 485 offers top-level aero performance, whether on twisty mountain passes, flat time trial courses or everything in-between. These wheels excel by minimising negative response and sensitivity in gusty winds. Available in both rim brake and disc brake versions, the HADRON Classic 485 offers incredible all-around performance at an affordable price. UCI approved.
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Specs
Weight / Rim | Front Wheel | Rear Wheel | Wheel Set | Aero Profile Height | Max. Rim Width | Brake Track Width |
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772g | 919g | 1691g | 48.5mm | 25mm | 23mm |
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795g | 953g | 1748g | 62.5mm | 27mm | 23mm |
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861g | 1004g | 1865g | 80.0mm | 28mm | 23mm |
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749g | 896g | 1645g | 48.5mm | 25mm | 23mm |
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808g | 953g | 1761g | 62.5mm | 27mm | 23mm |
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887g | 1034g | 1921g | 80.0mm | 28mm | 23mm |
Description
Compatibility
Shimano, SRAM 10&11 speed cassettes (standard). XDR Driver & Campagnolo compatible with freehub kits available separately.
Hub
DT Swiss 370 Classic, custom for Swiss Side. Rim brake wheel hub/axle dimensions are: 5mm x 100mm QR front / 5mm x 130mm QR rear.
Disc Brake Interface: Disc Center Lock; Axle System as delivered: 12 x 100mm thru axle front; 12 x 142mm thru axle rear; Disc brake wheel hubs are also supplied with interchangeable end caps for the following axle configurations: 5mm x 100mm QR front axle; 5mm x 135mm QR rear axle
Spokes
DT Swiss Aero Comp J-bend spokes with DT Swiss pro lock hidden aluminium nipples.
Front Rim Brake (radial pattern): 16 spokes (20 spokes for 485).
Rear Rim Brake (2:1 pattern): 21 spokes (24 spokes for 485)
Front Disc Brake (2-cross pattern): 24 spokes.
Rear Disc Brake (2-cross pattern): 24 spokes.
Bearings
- High end stainless steel bearings
- Low friction thanks to single sided seals
- 2080 N load capacity per bearing
- Minimal bearing clearance
Additional Info
Shipping
Package Includes
Tubeless ready rim tape (pre-installed), Valve extension, Tubeless valve, QR skewers, Brake pads (SwissStop Black Prince Flash EVO)
Tyre Size
We recommend using a 23mm tyre on the front. If  additional comfort is desired, a 25mm tyre can be used  on the rear. We do not recommend tyres greater than 25mm width.
Rider Weight / Safety Notice
The maximum total system weight (bike + rider) for the HADRON Classic rim brake wheelset is 105kg (HADRON Ultimate rim brake is 100kg). Tyre pressures of 120psi should not be exceeded.
User Manual
Wheel Spec Comparison
Profile Depth
Aero Drag
Aero Wind Stability
Weight
Stiffness
Drag Deltas for Wheel Combinations
Wind Tunnel Data measured on Canyon Speedmax CF SLX at 45km/h
Wheel Setup Front / Rear | Drag (W) | Difference* (W) |
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800 / 800 | 59.90 | 0.00 |
625 / 800 | 60.95 | 1.05 |
625 / 625 | 62.00 | 2.10 |
485 / 625 | 63.05 | 3.15 |
485 / 485 | 64.10 | 4.20 |
*Drag difference relative to the 'best aero setup' - 800 / 800 |
Aero Performance Chart

Wind Stability Chart

Time Benefits
Speed | Power | Drag Reduction | 40km | 90km | 180km | |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
10.6W 5W |
0m 36s
0m 45s |
1m 21s
1m 40s |
2m 42s
3m 20s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
12.7W 6W |
0m 43s
0m 54s |
1m 37s
2m 01s |
3m 14s
4m 02s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
14.8W 7W |
0m 55s
1m 08s |
1m 54s
2m 21s |
3m 34s
4m 38s |
*Drag reduction given relative to standard road wheel set. |
Wheel Mapping
Tyre of Riding | Time Trial | Road Racing | Training | Alps |
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