The Ardennes Plus SL Disc clincher wheelset provides an impressively low 1568 gram weight with Ardennes Plus durability, tubeless or inner tube compatibility and Center Lock disc rotor compatibility. It features a 25mm wide rim that extends the benefits of the 23mm wide C2 technology. The main improvements over conventional narrow rims (and even HED's current 23mm wide C2 technology) include: better corner grip, improved comfort, and increased rolling speed. We have found the HED rims/wheels exceptionally strong and rarely need truing.

A widened platform provides many benefits. The tire casing is allowed to spread out and make a larger contact patch with the ground. This improves corner grip as well as lowering rolling resistance. The wider rim also increases the amount of air volume which in turn allows the tire to be run at lower pressure. This lower pressure means that the bumps will be smoothed out in the road, which improves comfort. Unlike with narrow rims, the wide platform supports the tire sidewall so that you can corner with more confidence, as there is no tire flop. Lateral stiffness and drivetrain efficiency are improved in the Plus wheels due to the increased width.

The 25 mm wide platform provides a more stable platform for tires of any size. This versatility in tire size and the ability to run lower pressures makes it a great choice for cobbles, gravel, and dirt, while a larger contact patch increases rolling speed across every surface, and silky smooth on the pavement.

Another difference over the 23mm is the new 25mm wide rim that is tubeless ready so it can be run with standard clincher tires and tubes as well as with a tubeless tire and sealant. A very tight bead (shelf design) seat helps reduce the amount of sealant needed, helping keep the total wheel weight low.

Other details include 24 front and 24 rear black bladed spokes, Black HED 545 hubs and black lightweight bladed spokes laced 2x all around round out the package.. Front wheel is QR or 15mm with included caps. The rear wheel is 135mm QR and can be converted with a 12x142mm kit sold separately. Compatible with Center Lock rotors sold separately or 6-bolt with a Center Lock to 6-bolt adapter sold separately. Center Lock compatibility means use can use Shimano's Freeza rotors for the best in heat dissipating braking technology.

Compatible with Shimano/SRAM with all cassettes up to 11-speed.