HED's original gravel wheelset line-up was called the Eroica, and has been changed, along with the wheels themselves, to the Emporia; in this case the top end Emporia GC3 Pro Carbon Disc. From the ground up, HED designed and hand-built a wheel for cyclists who want to ride without limits. As a complete 1420 gram gravel wheelset, the GC3 offers superior ride quality, stability, and strength. The wheels are sold front and rear, which carry the same technical features except for the rear hub. This Emporia GC3 Pro Carbon Disc Rear Wheel weighs in at 740 grams, is equipped for 12/142mm thru-axle and Center Lock disc brake use.

HED applied some incredible handmade carbon lay-up expertise to create the 350 gram Emporia GC3 Pro Carbon Disc rim, giving it great strength, resiliency and ride quality. HED's engineers achieve this with precise placement 110 GSM carbon and creating an ideal structure to carry high and balanced spoke tension, which should reduce the need for frequent tension and truing despite attacking harsh gravel surfaces. The 31mm profile Emporia GC3 Pro Carbon Disc rim features 26mm internal, 31mm external rim widths; and as a tubeless ready carbon clincher wheel perfectly suited to a wide tire size range of 32-50mm.

In keeping with the premium nature of the wheel, HED features their excellent 545 Disc rear hub, which is stiff and strong while staying lightweight. Smooth running sealed bearings and an oversized axle keep the operation smooth. Drive comes with the interchangeable premium freehub with an 8° engagement, 5-pawl system that is super responsive and smooth. The high flanges for the lightweight but strong Sapim Laser butted (2.0mm - 1.5mm - 2.0mm) j-bend stainless steel spokes. The Laser is an excellent spoke, allowing the high tension required but offers a long lifetime and better shock absorption thanks to the thin middle section, which limits impact to the rider and rim. HED uses 24 spokes, laced 2x/2x that creates a wheel that feels sure and stable, comfortable yet stout, and fast with smooth efficiency. The result? A ride quality that is as lively as it is capable and confidence-inspiring. A wheel that is ready to take you beyond pavement- further, faster. Return to Top