HADRON² Classic 800 Disc Brake
The pinnacle in affordable aero performance, the HADRON² Classic 800 is designed to generate untapped speed and thrust in medium to low wind conditions. Designed for time trial and triathlon racing. The HADRON² Classic 800 is simply the fastest, most accessible aero wheel on the market. Available only in disc brake version. Full carbon clincher, tubeless ready construction. UCI approved. Includes lifetime warranty for material and workmanship defects and a Fair-Share-Policy for any other riding damage.
Color options available:
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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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747g | 895g | 1642g | 50mm | 27mm | N/A |
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848g | 996g | 1844g | 62.5mm | 30mm | N/A |
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891g | 1038g | 1929g | 80mm | 32mm | N/A |
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N/A | 1100g | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Description
Compatibility
Shimano 10,11,12 speed freehub 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 370 Classic, custom for Swiss Side. 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; 12mm x 135mm rear thru-axle. For DISC Rear Wheel: DT Swiss 180 DICUT, 36T Ratchet EXP. Disc Brake Interface: Disc Center Lock; 12/142mm Axle System.
Spokes
DT Swiss Aero Comp J-bend spokes with DT Swiss pro lock hidden aluminium nipples.
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.
For full carbon DISC Rear Wheel: Tubeless valve, valve spacer, pump adapter, spare valve cover, wheel bag.
Disc brake wheels DO NOT come with the “lock nut” / disc brake rotor lock ring– this is specific to the bike.
Tyre Size
All tyres from 25mm to 64mm can be used on this rim. We recommend using a 25mm tyre on the front. If additional comfort is desired, a 28mm tyre can be used on the rear. We do not recommend tyres greater than 30mm width for maximimising aerodynamic performance.
Rider Weight / Safety Notice
The maximum total system weight (bike + rider) for the HADRON² Classic disc brake wheelset is 110kg. Tyre pressures of 120psi should not be exceeded.
User Manual
Wheel Spec Comparison
Profile Depth
Aero Drag
Aero Wind Stability
Weight
Stiffness
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 (%) |
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| 800/DISC | 57.10 | -1.80 | 1.29 | 0% |
| 800/800 | 58.90 | 0.00 | 1.29 | 0% |
| 625/800 | 60.00 | 1.10 | 0.97 | -25% |
| 625/625 | 60.20 | 1.30 | 0.97 | -25% |
| 500/800 | 61.70 | 2.80 | 0.71 | -45% |
| 500/625 | 62.10 | 3.20 | 0.71 | -45% |
| 500/500 | 62.70 | 3.80 | 0.71 | -45% |
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*Performance difference relative to the 'aero setup' - 800 / 800 |
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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 |
13.2W 6.2W |
0m 50s
0m 56s |
1m 41s
2m 06s |
3m 22s
4m 12s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
15.7W 7.4W |
0m 54s
1m 07s |
2m 01s
2m 30s |
4m 01s
5m 00s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
17W 8W |
0m 58s
1m 12s |
2m 11s
2m 43s |
4m 22s
5m 25s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
18.8W 8.8W |
1m 04s
1m 20s |
2m 25s
3m 00s |
4m 50s
5m 01s |
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*Drag reduction given relative to standard road wheel set. |
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Wheel Mapping
| Tyre of Riding | Time Trial | Road Racing | Training | Alps |
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Product Reviews
HADRON Classic 800 Disc Brake - TRIMAX Review (March 2021)
Best performance-price ratio ever tested by TRIMAX! We take it. Read the entire review online at TRIMAX (only in French).
Verdict
- low wind sensitivity (for 80mm rim)
- perfect for long distance racing and long rides on fast courses
- in love with the stiffness for the HADRON wheels
- super fast and comfortable to ride
March 29, 2021
Best performance-price ratio ever tested by TRIMAX! We take it. Read the entire review online at TRIMAX (only in French).
Verdict
- low wind sensitivity (for 80mm rim)
- perfect for long distance racing and long rides on fast courses
- in love with the stiffness for the HADRON wheels
- super fast and comfortable to ride
HADRON Classic 800 - Triathlete Review (June 2020)
Triathlete editor Jonathan Blyer from the United States tested our HADRON Classic 800 rim brake wheelset over the last few month and wrote an in-depth review about the wheels.
Verdict:
- extremely affordable deep aero wheelset through online-direct business model
- high tech and high-quality finish
- wheels roll very smooth
- handle well in windy conditions
- accelerate well
- very predictable braking in dry conditions
- fairly stiff laterally and track well and predictably in high-speed corners
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great wheelset to consider with world championship-winning pedigree
June 26, 2020
Triathlete editor Jonathan Blyer from the United States tested our HADRON Classic 800 rim brake wheelset over the last few month and wrote an in-depth review about the wheels.
Verdict:
- extremely affordable deep aero wheelset through online-direct business model
- high tech and high-quality finish
- wheels roll very smooth
- handle well in windy conditions
- accelerate well
- very predictable braking in dry conditions
- fairly stiff laterally and track well and predictably in high-speed corners
- great wheelset to consider with world championship-winning pedigree
