2010 giant ltd edition dt swiss bike wheelset

The Performance wheels are designed for racing and other types of road riding, with stiffness to weight and rolling resistance major considerations here.īoth carbon and aluminium rims are available in this category, with depths ranging from 21mm right up to 65mm. Underneath that we've given the RRP and a link to the relevant listing on Performance category wheels Click on the heading to visit that retailer's website. In the heading for each wheel we've given the cheapest price we've been able to find from a UK retailer. This is simply an overview of the range, containing the highlights, to tell you what's what and help you decide what's most suitable for you. This isn't a test, although we do reference our reviews where relevant. Tubeless tape and valves are included when you buy them. The model name then usually contains a second number that refers to the rim depth in millimetres, while 'DB' denotes a disc brake model.Īll of the DT Swiss wheels below are tubeless-ready clinchers. Spline DT Swiss’s classic straight pull system, a great balance between stiffness, comfort, low weight and easy serviceability, ideal for everyday road or mixed terrain use and uses readily available standard straight-pull spokes. Here's DT Swiss's explanation:ĭicut DT Swiss’s lightest, stiffest and most aerodynamic hub and spoke system, aimed squarely at competitive road and track riding where speed is the overwhelming priority, uses custom Nailhead spokes that can hold much higher tensions. This refers to the interface between the hub and the spoke. Other brands might disagree but DT Swiss says, 'The Ratchet System is the best solution for a freewheel system, since it can transfer high loads while being super light.'Ĭheck out the DT Swiss Ratchet EXP hub system hereĮach wheel name usually includes either 'Dicut' or 'Spline'. You'll almost always get a four digit number which gives you more info: 1100

Then, an upper case R stands for Race and a C means that the rim is carbon. The first letter of the wheel's name simply tells you which category it belongs to: The name of each wheel can give you a lot of information, as long as you know what everything means. The range has been restructured recently and many new models have been added. Welcome to the latest edition of ’s buyer's guide to the DT Swiss wheel range in which you’ll find everything you need to know to find the right DT Swiss wheels for you.

2010 giant ltd edition dt swiss bike wheelset