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HADRON Ultimate 625 Rim Brake

Optimum overall performance with the widest operational range, the HADRON Ultimate 625 is designed for both mountainous road riding as well as flat time trial / triathlon, with the perfect mix of low drag, high sailing effect and excellent handling for medium to high wind conditions. Available in both rim brake and disc brake versions, the HADRON Ultimate 625 aero wheels offer incredible all-around performance, whether on mountain passes or flat time trial courses. Full carbon clincher, tubeless ready construction. UCI approved.

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Front Wheel
HADRON Ultimate 485 Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 631.00
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HADRON Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 552.00
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HADRON Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 592.00
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HADRON Ultimate 485 Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 631.00
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HADRON Ultimate 625 Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 552.00
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HADRON Ultimate 800 Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 552.00
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HADRON Classic 485 Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 429.00
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HADRON Classic 625 Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 401.00
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HADRON Classic 800 Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 429.00
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HADRON Classic 485 Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 501.00
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HADRON Classic 625 Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 429.00
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HADRON Classic 800 Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 401.00
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PION Rim Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 150.82
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PION Disc Brake
Front Wheel Price EUR 150.82
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HADRON Ultimate 485 Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 846.00
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HADRON Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 846.00
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HADRON Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 741.00
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HADRON Ultimate 485 Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 846.00
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HADRON Ultimate 625 Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 926.00
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HADRON Ultimate 800 Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 741.00
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HADRON Classic 485 Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 578.00
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HADRON Classic 625 Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 578.00
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HADRON Classic 800 Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 539.00
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HADRON Classic 485 Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 674.65
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HADRON Classic 625 Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 578.00
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HADRON Classic 800 Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 539.00
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PION Rim Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 186.14
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PION Disc Brake
Rear Wheel Price EUR 186.14
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Total price for all items including VAT.
Total price for all items excluding VAT.
All products are shipped from our EU warehouse. Delivery to is outside of the EU so 0% VAT is applicable. The local authorities may charge you VAT & import duties upon delivery.
Prices exclude shipping costs which are calculated at checkout.

Specs

Weight / Rim Front Wheel Rear Wheel Wheel Set Aero Profile Height Max. Rim Width Brake Track Width
HADRON Ultimate 485 Rim Brake
691g 838g 1529g 48.5mm 25mm 23mm
HADRON Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
724g 889g 1613g 62.5mm 27mm 23mm
HADRON Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
791g 936g 1727g 80mm 28mm 23mm
HADRON Ultimate 485 Disc Brake
687g 820g 1507g 48.5mm 25mm 23mm
HADRON Ultimate 625 Disc Brake
746g 880g 1626g 62.5mm 27mm 23mm
HADRON Ultimate 800 Disc Brake
826g 959g 1785g 80mm 28mm 23mm

Description

The world’s fastest aero wheels! Using the latest in aerodynamic and engineering development methods transferred from Formula 1, the HADRON Ultimate sets new benchmarks for aero wheel performance & quality. The HADRON Ultimates are designed for minimising the drag of the wheels but also on the bike & rider system. This is achieved by ensuring maximum aero stability and predictability in the wind so that the rider remains in their aero position for the maximum time. Tubeless ready full carbon construction rims, assembled with the world’s best DT Swiss 240S aero hubs with SINC ceramic bearings and with optimised aerodynamic shape in collaboration with Swiss Side. With wheel manufacture & assembly by DT Swiss for Swiss Side, the absolute highest possible Swiss precision, quality and durability is assured.

Compatibility

Shimano, SRAM 10&11 speed cassettes (standard). XDR Driver & Campagnolo compatible with freehub kits available separately.

Hub

DT Swiss 240s, custom for Swiss Side. Rim brake wheel hub/axle dimensions are: 5 x 100mm QR front / 5 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 Aerolite and Aero Comp Straightpull 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

  • SINC ceramic bearings
  • Made of extremely tough and wear- and corrosion-resistant ceramic material
  • Reduces rolling resistance to absolute minimum
  • Guarantees greater durability than conventional ball bearings

Additional Info

Shipping

  • Shipping costs are in addition to the pricing shown. Cost effective shipping is calculated based on your region at the checkout.
  • All products ship from our EU warehouse located in Poland.
  • For EU customers, all pricing shown includes VAT. Courier delivery time is typically 2-3 days.
  • For international customers, including Switzerland and non-EU countries, all pricing shown is without VAT. Import duties and taxes (VAT) may be charged separately by your country’s authorities upon receiving your shipment. International delivery times vary depending on the shipping option chosen. Courier deliver is typically 3-15 days worldwide.

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 Ultimate rim brake wheelset is 100kg (HADRON Classic rim brake is 105kg). Tyre pressures of 120psi should not be exceeded.

User Manual

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Wheel Spec Comparison

Profile Depth
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HADRON Ultimate 485
6
HADRON Ultimate 625
8
HADRON Ultimate 800
10

Aero Drag
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HADRON Ultimate 485
8
HADRON Ultimate 625
9
HADRON Ultimate 800
10

Aero Wind Stability
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HADRON Ultimate 485
10
HADRON Ultimate 625
9
HADRON Ultimate 800
7

Weight
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HADRON Ultimate 485
8
HADRON Ultimate 625
7
HADRON Ultimate 800
6

Stiffness
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HADRON Ultimate 485
8
HADRON Ultimate 625
8
HADRON Ultimate 800
8

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)
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
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Wind Stability Chart
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Time Benefits

Speed Power Drag Reduction 40km 90km 180km
HADRON Ultimate 485
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		11.8W
5.6W 		0m 40s
0m 50s 		1m 30s
1m 52s 		3m 00s
3m 44s
HADRON Ultimate 625
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		13.9W
6.5W 		0m 47s
0m 59s 		1m 47s
2m 12s 		3m 34s
4m 24s
HADRON Ultimate 800
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		16W
7.5W 		1m 00s
1m 12s 		2m 03s
2m 32s 		4m 06s
5m 04s

*Drag reduction given relative to standard road wheel set.

Wheel Mapping

Tyre of Riding Time Trial Road Racing Training Alps
HADRON Ultimate 485
HADRON Ultimate 625
HADRON Ultimate 800

Product Reviews

HADRON Ultimate 625 rim brake - RennRad review (July 2020)

Our HADRON Ultimate 625 rim brake wheels have been thoroughly tested as part of RennRad Magazine's most recent aero wheel test (issue Nr. 7). Available in German only. Download here.

Verdict:

  • Top acceleration
  • Great aerodynamics
  • Excellent lateral stiffness
  • Fair price
July 06, 2020