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HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake

Back to back Ironman World Championship winning and record braking performance, the HADRON² Ultimate 800 is specifically designed for time trial and triathlon racing. With the 80mm deep profile, these aero wheels are engineered to deliver maximum speed and thrust in medium to low wind conditions. Available in both rim brake and disc brake versions. Full carbon clincher, tubeless ready construction. UCI approved.

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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
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Specs

Weight / Rim Front Wheel Rear Wheel Wheel Set Aero Profile Height Max. Rim Width Brake Track Width
HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
691g 838g 1529g 48.5mm 25mm 23mm
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
724g 889g 1613g 62.5mm 27mm 23mm
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
791g 936g 1727g 80mm 28mm 23mm
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake
N/A 1090g N/A N/A N/A 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 180 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 10, 11, 12 speed frehub as standard. Also SRAM 10,11 speed compatible. Free hub kits available for order separately: Campagnolo 10,11, 12 speed, and 12-speed XDR Driver.

Hub

DT Swiss 180 DICUT to Swiss Side specification. Rear hub internals use 240s ratchet system in 180 DICUT hub shell, except for DISC rear wheel which uses the Ratchet EXP system. Rim brake wheel hub/axle dimensions are: 5 x 100mm QR front / 5 x 130mm QR rear. For DISC Rear Wheel: DT Swiss 180 DICUT, 36T Ratchet EXP. Rim brake wheel hub/axle dimensions are: 5 x 130mm QR rear.

Spokes

DT Swiss Aerolite II and Aero Comp II spokes with DT Swiss pro lock hidden aluminium nipples.
Front Rim Brake (radial pattern): 16 spokes (20 spokes for 500).
Rear Rim Brake (2:1 pattern): 21 spokes (24 spokes for 500).
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 and/or Germany.
  • For EU customers, all pricing shown includes local VAT. Courier delivery time is typically 3-5 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.
  • The Swiss Side HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel for Rim Brake is not for sale or use in the USA and/or Canada. Any orders will be cancelled.

Package Includes

Tubeless ready rim tape (pre-installed), Valve extension, Tubeless valve, QR skewers, Brake pads (SwissStop Black Prince Flash EVO). 

 

For full carbon DISC Rear Wheel: Tubeless valve, valve spacer, valve cover patch, pump adapter, QR skewer, brake pads (SwissStop Black Prince Flash Pro), wheel bag.

Tyre Size

We recommend using a 25mm tyre on the front and rear wheels. If  additional comfort is desired, a 28mm tyre can be used on the rear. We do not recommend tyres greater than 28mm width on rim brake wheels.

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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User Manual DISC Rear Wheel RB

Wheel Spec Comparison

Profile Depth
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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
6
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
8
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
9
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake
10

Aero Drag
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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
8
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
9
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
10
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake
10

Aero Wind Stability
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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
10
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
9
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
7
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake
6

Weight
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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
8
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
7
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
6
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake
5

Stiffness
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HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
8
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
8
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
8
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake
8

PERFORMANCE DELTAS FOR WHEEL COMBINATIONS

Wind Tunnel Data measured on 2018 model Canyon Speedmax CF SLX at 45km/h

Wheel Setup Front / Rear Drag (W) DIFFERENCE (W) STEERING MOMENT (Nm) DIFFERENCE (%)
800/DISC 56.10 -1.80 1.29 0%
800/800 57.90 0.00 1.29 0%
625/800 59.00 1.10 0.97 -25%
625/625 59.20 1.30 0.97 -25%
500/800 60.70 2.80 0.71 -45%
500/625 61.10 3.20 0.71 -45%
500/500 61.70 3.80 0.71 -45%

*Performance difference relative to the '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
HADRON² Ultimate new 500
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		11.8W
5.6W 		0m 40s
0m 50s 		1m 30s
1m 52s 		3m 00s
3m 44s
HADRON² Ultimate new 625
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		13.9W
6.5W 		0m 47s
0m 59s 		1m 47s
2m 12s 		3m 34s
4m 24s
HADRON² Ultimate new 800
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		16W
7.5W 		0m 55s
1m 08s 		2m 03s
2m 32s 		4m 06s
5m 04s
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel / FW 800
45km/h
35km/h 		350W
180W 		17.8W
8.4W 		1m 01s
1m 16s 		2m 17s
2m 50s 		4m 34s
5m 40s

*Drag reduction given relative to standard road wheel set.
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Wheel Mapping

Tyre of Riding Time Trial Road Racing Training Alps
HADRON² Ultimate 500 Rim Brake
HADRON² Ultimate 625 Rim Brake
HADRON² Ultimate 800 Rim Brake
HADRON² DISC Rear Wheel Rim Brake