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Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels the HUNT 34 Aero Wide Disc is the world's fastest alloy disc-brake wheelset.
 
Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels the HUNT 34 Aero Wide Disc is the world's fastest alloy disc-brake wheelset.
 
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Hunt 34 Aero Wide Disc Road Wheelset - Shimano Freehub

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Hunt 34 Aero Wide Disc Road Wheelset - Shimano Freehub

Brand:Hunt Wheels

Code:HNT- RWS-34AWD-KS-IC103

Please Note: HUNT WHEELS are available for INSTORE PURCHASE, or CLICK and COLLECT ONLY.

THE PURPOSE

After years spent testing and developing in the wind tunnel and on the open road (and the subsequent launch of our 48 Limitless Aero Disc wheelset), HUNT is proud to introduce the 34 Aero Wide Disc - the world's fastest alloy disc-brake wheelset. Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels. Designed by HUNT Product Engineering Manager, Luisa Grappone (MSc Aerospace Engineering). Everything Hunt learned when pushing what is aerodynamically possible with a carbon disc-brake wheelset, has been applied to an alloy model that embodies the same philosophy: be the absolute fastest drop-bar wheelset.

ALLOY? IN A WIND TUNNEL?

Until now, aerodynamic development has lagged behind on alloy wheelsets. So much so, that after having invested our time and knowledge into the 34 Aero Wide Disc, it is faster than a (carbon) Zipp 202 NSW when paired with a 28c tyre. The assumption that carbon is inherently faster is untrue, and now tangible aerodynamic performance has been made accessible for all.

WIDER TYRES & WIDER WHEELS | RIDE FASTER

Leading rim-brake wheels have been at the 27-28mm wide mark for some time, with undisputed aero benefits over narrower designs. However, they are aerodynamically limited by rim brake calipers limiting the maximum width of the brake track. Further, most are optimised for narrower tyres. 23mm tyres used to be the standard… but for us, you and most pro riders, 25/28 and even 30mm tyres are the preferred choice.

Let’s face it: when leaning in on the final turn of a mass bunch sprint or descending sweeping alpine bends, you want serious grip! Plus, the lower rolling resistance benefits of 25 and 28mm tyres* mean that road disc aero wheels should be specifically designed around these wider tyres. Accordingly, this wheelset has been designed using schematics and feedback from Schwalbe's own engineers.

INDUSTRY-LEADING AERO KNOWLEDGE

We were ecstatic when Luisa Grappone (MSc Aerospace Engineering) approached us in 2017 about joining HUNT. Luisa’s experience in wind tunnel testing and developing wheels for 10 years (with World Tour pros from BMC Racing, Team Movistar & Cervelo Test Team) showed her industry-leading experience. So of course we welcomed Luisa to join us as HUNT Product Engineering Manager in August 2017. Using Luisa as our Engineering lead, Peter (Co-Founder & Materials Scientist), Tom (Co-Founder & Product Manager) and the whole team here set to work immediately to develop you the fastest ‘unlimited’ road disc-brake wheelset in the world!

THE RESULTS…

The wind tunnel data we recorded is shown against the full range of incumbent world-class aero wheels in the charts below. The results speak for themselves. It was amazing to see Luisa’s face when it became evident what we'd achieved for riders. It’s been hard work but it’s been very worthwhile. This process and the knowledge gained from pushing the boundaries of aero wheel development creates huge opportunities to serve you with a wide range of world leading aerodynamic wheels…this is just the beginning! Thank you.

THE DATA

Read the full wind tunnel test report showing all technical wind tunnel testing method details, extensive wind tunnel data and the full range of wheels we tested against.

THE FASTEST ALLOY DISC-BRAKE WHEELSET IN THE WORLD

Technical Information
  • Rims | Aerodynamicist rim profile with similar rounded profile to our Limitless wheels. 24mm external width at the hook, but tapering to 26mm lower down to optimise airflow. 6069-T6 alloy (+69% tensile strength vs 6061-T6).
  • Tyres | Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance. As with all our current HUNT rims, these wheels have a normal hooked sidewall and are suitable for all clincher road tyres including Continental.
  • Hubs | Fast engaging 7.5° Sprint Disc straight-pull hubs.
  • Spokes | Pillar Wing 20 spokes with aerofoil profile. Tested and proven to provide aerodynamic advantage over flat or bladed options both from Pillar and other competitors.
  • Axles | NOTE: At Mountain Trax we keep stock of wheels only in the most common bike configuration of 12*100mm front, 12*142mm rear bolt thru.
    Hunt can provide alternative axle sizes so please call Mountain Trax with specific requirements as we will no doubt have to order these direct from Hunt.
    Examples are: Front - QR, Bolt thru 12/9mm, Rear - QR, Bolt thru 12x142, 12x135, 10x135.
  • Included | Tubeless tape & valves, spare spokes, spoke key, and pair of 6bolt disc adapters.
  • Weight | 1548g
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