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- DESCRIPTION
- SPECS
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- REVIEWS
HADRON Classic 485: Test & Review (Oct. 2018)
"Cutting edge aero for less" is what the team at Peloton Magazine writes, after testing and reviewing the HADRON Classic 485 wheelset. Here an extract of the write-up:
"As you would expect from a company specializing in aerodynamics, Swiss Side designed the HADRON Classic 485 to be fast–but not at the expense of rideability. By focusing on stability and predictable handling in windy conditions, this wheelset allows you to stay in an aerodynamic position for longer. After all, aero wheels aren’t much good if they force you to ride in an upright position, with your body catching wind like a sail. In real world conditions, the stability is noticeable: these wheels track straight in most wind conditions you’ll encounter, even for small riders, and carve confidently through descents. Simply put, they’re a joy to ride.
Swiss Side partners with DT Swiss, using the fellow Swiss company’s revered hubs and bladed Aero Comp spokes while focusing on its own in-house rim shapes. Along with the benefits of durable, high quality components, the partnership allows Swiss Side wheels to be tuned up at DT Swiss’s extensive worldwide network of service centers. Additionally, Swiss Side’s generous crash replacement program offers 50% off the same style wheel–hopefully you’ll never need it but it’s nice to know you aren’t completely out of luck in the event of an accident.
These wheels offer incredible, easy to handle aerodynamics at a great price. There are trade-off’s however – wet braking, tire volume and weight. Of course, for those seeking cutting edge aero at entry level carbon prices, the Swiss Side Classic 485 is a great option."
Read entire review at pelotonmagazine.com
Fri, Oct 19, 18
Hadron Ultimate 485 disc brake wheelset (TOUR Magazine September 2018)
The HADRON Ultimate 485 disc brake wheelset recommended by TOUR Magazine:
+ Value for money
+ Full-carbon
+ DT Swiss components
+ Tubeless ready
+ Sizes: 485, 625, 800 (rim and disc brake)
+ Mix & Match rim depth sizes
Tue, Sep 11, 18
- WHEEL SPEC COMPARAISON
- TIME BENEFITS
- WHEEL MAPPING
Profile depth |
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| HADRON ULTIMATE 800 | 10 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 800 | 10 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 625 | 8 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 625 | 8 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 485 | 6 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 485 | 6 |
AERO DRAG |
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| HADRON ULTIMATE 800 | 10 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 800 | 9 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 625 | 9 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 625 | 8 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 485 | 8 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 485 | 7 |
Aero-Wind Stability |
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| HADRON ULTIMATE 800 | 7 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 800 | 7 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 625 | 9 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 625 | 9 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 485 | 10 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 485 | 10 |
WEIGHT |
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| HADRON ULTIMATE 800 | 7 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 800 | 8 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 625 | 6 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 625 | 7 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 485 | 5 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 485 | 6 |
STIFFNESS |
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| HADRON ULTIMATE 800 | 10 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 800 | 10 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 625 | 8 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 625 | 9 |
| HADRON ULTIMATE 485 | 6 |
| HADRON CLASSIC 485 | 6 |
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WEIGHT |
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DRAG Deltas for Wheel Combinations
Wind Tunnel Data measured on Canyon Speedmax SF 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
| SPEED | POWER | DRAG REDUCTION | 40KM | 90KM | 180KM | |
| HADRON Ultimate 800 | 45KM/H 35K/H |
350W 180W |
16.0W 7.5 |
1 MIN 00 SEC 1 MIN 12 SEC |
2 MIN 03 SEC 2 MIN 32 SEC |
4 MIN 06 SEC 5 MIN 04 SEC |
| HADRON Classic 800 | 45KM/H 35K/H |
350W 180W |
14.8W 7.0 |
0 MIN 55 SEC 1 MIN 08 SEC |
1 MIN 54 SEC 2 MIN 21 SEC |
3 MIN 34 SEC 4 MIN 38 SEC |
| HADRON Ultimate 625 | 45KM/H 35K/H |
350W 180W |
13.9W 6.5 |
0 MIN 47 SEC 0 MIN 59 SEC |
1 MIN 47 SEC 2 MIN 12 SEC |
3 MIN 34 SEC 4 MIN 24 SEC |
| HADRON Classic 625 | 45KM/H 35K/H |
350W 180W |
12.7W 6.0 |
0 MIN 43 SEC 0 MIN 54 SEC |
1 MIN 37 SEC 2 MIN 01 SEC |
3 MIN 14 SEC 4 MIN 02 SEC |
| HADRON Ultimate 485 | 45KM/H 35K/H |
350W 180W |
11.8W 5.6 |
0 MIN 40 SEC 0 MIN 50 SEC |
1 MIN 30 SEC 1 MIN 52 SEC |
3 MIN 00 SEC 3 MIN 44 SEC |
| HADRON Classic 485 | 45KM/H 35K/H |
350W 180W |
10.6W 5.0 |
0 MIN 36 SEC 0 MIN 45 SEC |
1 MIN 21 SEC 1 MIN 40 SEC |
2 MIN 42 SEC 3 MIN 20 SEC |
*Drag reduction given relative to standard road wheel set.
TYPE OF RIDING |
TIME TRIAL | ROAD RACING | TRAINING | ALPS |
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TECHNOLOGY
REAL TECHNOLOGIES ONLY! NO GIMMICKS, ONLY RELEVANT, REAL PERFORMANCE TECHNOLOGIES, BACKED UP BY REAL DATA, PROVEN TO MAKE YOU FASTER!
F1-AERODYNAMICS 
Swiss Side’s technical team has over 50 years of combined experience from Formula 1. Our aerodynamic development processes come from deep within the closed circles of F1 and are absolutely unmatched in the cycling industry.
Featuring a 4-armed development process consisting of Computational Fluid Dynamics, Wind Tunnel Testing, Instrumented Bike on-road testing, and Performance Simulation, Swiss Side is revolutionizing aerodynamics in the cycling industry.
F1-STRUCTURES
Once again, Swiss Side’s technical team has unmatched know-how in structural design and FEM (Finite Element Modeling) in both metallic and composite structures. Like this we bring you the best structural designs, intelligent material selection & usage, and industry leading structural optimisation processes.
ULTRA-AERO FRONT HUB
Size is everything! The Swiss Side front hub features a minimal design for ultimate in aerodynamic performance. A cylinder is the worst aerodynamic shape for drag and frontal area is the enemy. Therefore the front hub diameter is sized as small as possible without compromising in bearing longevity, rolling resistance, or overall stiffness, to give the maximum possible performance. Minimum size also = Minimum weight, with our aluminium forged and CNC post-machined front hub weighing in at only 74g!
Deep groove cartridge bearings and tolerance matched hub assembly means no pre-load, no adjustment, just trouble-free riding.
SPOKE TENSION OPTIMISED REAR HUB
The Swiss Side rear hub is designed to offer an even balanced spoke tension between drive and non-drive sides. This ensures superior handling (no lateral rim movement with bump) as well as longer life for both hub and rim due to reduced overall spoke tension. The aluminum rear hub is forged and CNC post-machined with triple-pawl, micro-shuffle drive freehub, weighing in at 218g.
Deep groove cartridge bearings and tolerance matched hub assembly means no pre-load, no adjustment, just trouble-free riding.
HIGH MODULUS CARBON FIBRE ...
Using composite FEM optimized carbon fibre laminates, including high modulus fibres, Swiss Side wheels are optimized for the ultimate balance of stiffness, strength, robustness and light weight construction.
2-PIECE STRUCTURAL CONTROL
Swiss Side’s 2-piece structure allows for lighter weight construction and better independent tuning of the lateral and vertical stiffness characteristics. Result: comfort (vertical compliance) without loss in power transfer (lateral stiffness).
EPIC SOUNDTRACK
Through the 2-piece hybrid construction, Swiss Side wheels offer the ultimate in carbon wheel sound, unanimously loved by all Swiss Side customers. Your competitors will hear you as you approach and pass them with your “woom woom!”. Check it out.
ULTRA THIN GRAPHICS FINISH
As in Formula 1 and the aviation industry, smooth surface finish is imperative for minimising the drag on cycling wheels. For this reason, Swiss Side graphics are applied with ultra thin, step-less transfer technology decals, applied directly onto the carbon fibre surface, just like on Formula 1 car wings.
CARBON-CARBON HYBRID
Using composite FEM optimized carbon fibre laminates, including high modulus fibres, Swiss Side wheels are optimized for the ultimate balance of stiffness, strength, robustness and light weight construction.
CERAMIC BEARINGS
Swiss Side HADRON Ultimate wheels come as standard with industry leading Enduro ceramic hybrid deep groove cartridge bearings. ABEC-5 tolerances and LLB seals with Graphite Nylon retainers are premium features that are not available in other brand ceramic hybrid bearings at two or even five times the cost. Oversized Silicon Nitride Grade 5 balls and cryogenic treatment of the ABEC-5 races ensure long lasting, smooth rolling bearings for greater durability and ultimate speed.
TUBELESS READY CARBON CLINCHER
The HADRON Ultimate features a tubeless ready carbon clincher construction. Pre-installed with light weight, high strength rim tape, and supplied with tubeless ready value with extensions.
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