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2013
EVELYN STEVENS WINNING LA FLECHE WALLONNE FEMININE
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What a year!
It’s easy to say that about every year at Hed, each one is filled with the exciting mixture of
sales, product development, wind tunnel testing for products and riders, and of course rac-
ing. Throw the Olympics into the mix and words have a hard time describing the past 12
months. As I write this the Olympics have just ended. The number of medals won by cy-
clists riding Hed wheels was both impressive and humbling at the same time.
As I studied the start lists for the men’s and women’s TT a lot of the names were familiar. I
have worked with many of them as they prepared themselves for the games, some for the
past few years as they pursued the dream of competing in London. Just as all these Olym-
pians are thankful to parents, coaches, team mates, and friends for their support, I too am
thankful to all the staff of Hed Wheels who have pushed themselves and me to produce the
world’s best bicycle wheels.
Enjoy the benefits,
Steve Hed
C2 TECHNOLOGY Dissatisfied with wheel tire integration, Hed invented C2 Technology
which solves many problems. By widening the tire bed, the aerodynamics are improved by
smoothing airflow from the tire to the rim. At the same time, the wider tire bed decreases
rolling resistance, allows for lower pressures to be run in the tire, and improves comfort
and cornering grip.
TRUE SPEED
Over the past 26 years Steve Hed has spent his energy developing cycling equipment to be
the best it can be. When it comes to wheels the end goal is simply to make them as fast
as possible. The “World’s Most Aerodynamic Wheels”, a title that all wheel companies wish
they could claim. What most people do not realize is that Hed’s technology goes beyond just
aerodynamics to bring you the fastest wheels on earth. An on-going process, Steve Hed’s
True Speed methodology is holistic in its approach. Developing True Speed wheels involves
aerodynamics but goes on to address the other major issues of tire performance, stability
in crosswinds, lateral stiffness, drivetrain, efficiency, durability, comfort, quality control, and
weight. Each Hed wheel addresses these aspects in different ways, and this is truly where
the art of wheel building is born. At the heart of our aero wheels are two key technologies:
Stability Control Technology and C2 Technology
STABILITY CONTROL TECHNOLOGY Simply put, it greatly reduces the ef-
fect of crosswinds on our aero wheels. Blistering fast is best served with amazing control.
SCT is another step in our ongoing quest to build the fastest wheels on the planet.
In 2007 Hed revolutionized the aero clincher wheel with our C2 Jet models. With the
world’s fastest time trialists now riding clincher Jets, it is a perfect time to bring the same
speed and durability to an all-carbon clincher. With an extremely aero proprietary tire/rim in-
terface, and a 25mm wide SCT tuned rim, Vanquish is the world’s fastest and best handling
all-carbon clincher wheel. Durability tested on Minnesota’s urban potholes and gravel farm
roads.
To make them strong enough for everyday use, we developed several new molding pro-
cesses. We do not usually make a big deal about building our own manufacturing equipment
and wheels, but we have been doing it for 25 years. Without that experience the Vanquish
would not be possible. From first drawings to completed wheels, the Vanquish is made right
here in Minnesota, USA.
A monumental marriage of C2 and SCT with the stiffness and light weight of carbon. The
revolution continues!
VANQUISH3VANQUISH2 VANQUISH
WIDTH: 26.5 MM
DEPTH: 60 MM
WEIGHT: 670 (F) 873 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
*NOTE: Options P- Powertap T- Track S- Stallion
ARDENNES FRWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 24 MM
WEIGHT: 612 (F) 838 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T, S
ARDENNES CLWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 24 MM
WEIGHT: 692 (F) 885 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
ARDENNES LTWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 24 MM
WEIGHT: 662 (F) 858 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
ARDENNES SLWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 24 MM
WEIGHT: 642 (F) 822 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T, S
ARDENNES FR DISC
WIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 24 MM
WEIGHT: 721 (F) 839 (R)
*OPTIONS: S
ARDENNES
As the inventor of the Aero wheel (Hed CX ca. 1987) Steve Hed refused to enter the low
profile aluminum wheel market unless he had something as revolutionary as his first wheels.
This standard led to the introduction of the Hed Ardennes. Our Ardennes wheel line excels
in all the standard metrics: weight, stiffness, and durability. By adding lower tire rolling re-
sistance, improved aerodynamics, a better cornering grip, and exceptional comfort, the Hed
Ardennes have changed the bicycle wheel as we have all known it. The Hed Ardennes is the
most sought after wheel in the alloy wheel market.
Lightweight and durable, with stunning cornering grip, low tire rolling resistance, and incredible
ride comfort, they are not only fast – they are FUN! Hed’s Ardennes have become as legend-
ary as their namesake, the Ardennes region of Belgium, home to some of the most brutal
race courses in the world.
*NOTE: Options P- Powertap T- Track S- Stallion
IN 2007 WE WERE LAUGHED AT. WHO’S LAUGHING NOW?
OPTUM HEALTH P.B. KELLY BENEFIT STRATEGIES WOMEN’S PRO CYCLING TEAM
5ARDENNES4ARDENNES
JET 7 EXPRESSWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 75 MM
WEIGHT: 940 (F) 1045 (R)
*OPTIONS: P
JET 6 FRWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 60 MM
WEIGHT: 724 (F) 936 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T, S
JET
JET 4 FRWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 46 MM
WEIGHT: 723 (F) 920 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T, S
JET 5 EXPRESSWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 55 MM
WEIGHT: 754 (F) 927 (R)
*OPTIONS: P
JET 9 FRWIDTH: 23 MM
DEPTH: 90 MM
WEIGHT: 805 (F) 1045 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T, S
You can thank the Jet wheel for flipping the clincher vs. tubular debate on its head. In 2011 the
Jet 6 was ridden to victory in the Tour de France, then a Jet 9 and Jet Disc was ridden to vic-
tory at the World Championship TT. This was the first time that a clincher wheel had won a TT
in the TDF or Worlds. The C2 clincher platform allows for lower rolling resistance than you can
get from a tubular tire. Combine this with the unmatched aerodynamics and you get an overall
package that has greater speed than anything else available.
MAKING HISTORY... AGAIN
*NOTE: Options P- Powertap T- Track S- Stallion
GWEN JORGENSEN- OLYMPIC TRIATHLETE
7JET6 JET
C2 technology gives cornering grip and comfort that are unmatched. Predictable alloy
braking surface, C2 rim technology, unique rim shaping with SCT design all combine
into a wheel that will “wow” you all the way to the finish line. If you are looking for the
“can do everything” wheel then the Hed Jet line is where you should be looking. Jets
are available in a top shelf FR version in the 4,6, and 9. Also available is the more af-
fordable but just as fast Jet 5 Express and the all new Jet 7 express.
STINGER 3WIDTH: 25 MM
DEPTH: 33 MM
WEIGHT: 510 (F) 714 (R)
*OPTIONS: P
STINGER 5 DISCWIDTH: 28 MM
DEPTH: 50 MM
WEIGHT: 765 (F) 864 (R)
*OPTIONS: P
STINGER 7WIDTH: 28 MM
DEPTH: 75 MM
WEIGHT: 692 (F) 905 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
STINGER 9WIDTH: 28 MM
DEPTH: 90 MM
WEIGHT: 800 (F) 965 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
STINGER 4WIDTH: 28 MM
DEPTH: 46 MM
WEIGHT: 582 (F) 760 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
STINGER 5WIDTH: 28 MM
DEPTH: 50 MM
WEIGHT: 660 (F) 857 (R)
*OPTIONS: P, T
WIDTH:28 MM
DEPTH: 60 MM
WEIGHT: 649 (F) 845 (R)
OPTIONS: P, T
STINGER 6
Years of tunnel testing and extensive on road testing by Hed brought about the Stinger’s revo-
lutionary rim shapes. We innovated, did the work, and the result is on the top step of podiums
everywhere (almost one hundred pro victories so far this year). What is astonishing is that many
of the wins come from riders and teams that are not even sponsored by Hed.
From the steepest mountains to the fastest time trials, Stingers deliver. All Stingers have C2
design and Stability Control Technology (SCT), with refined shape optimization for stability that is
literally impervious to the wind. Lateral stiffness for drivetrain efficiency, exceptional durability,
low weight, and comfort are all balanced to pure perfection in each Stinger build. Stingers WILL
give you a pure performance advantage.
THE UNFAIR ADVANTAGE
STINGER
*NOTE: Options: P- Powertap T- Track S- Stallion
OPTUM HEALTH P.B. KELLY BENEFIT STRATEGIES WOMEN’S TEAM AT TD BANK PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
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WIDTH: 19 MM
DEPTH: 55 MM
WEIGHT: 745 (F) 820 (R)
*OPTIONS: T
H3 TUBULAR FRWIDTH: 28 MM
WEIGHT: 1210
*OPTIONS: P, T
STINGER DISC FR
H3 CLINCHER FRWIDTH: 19 MM
DEPTH: 55 MM
WEIGHT: 680 (F) 865 (R)
*OPTIONS: T
JET DISC FR
WIDTH: 23 MM
WEIGHT: 1209
*OPTIONS: P, S
H3D TUBULAR FRWIDTH: 19 MM
DEPTH: 90 MM
WEIGHT: 680 (F) 865 (R)
*OPTIONS: T
JET DISC
WIDTH: 23 MM
WEIGHT: 1273
*OPTIONS: P, S
H3D CLINCHER FRWIDTH: 19 MM
DEPTH: 90 MM
WEIGHT: 680 (F) 865 (R)
*OPTIONS: T
BORN A WINNER BREAKING WIND SINCE 1984
H3 DISCH3 has delivered nine Tour de France GC victories, and chalked up more gold medals in 2012. With its all-conditions speed, solid feel, and light weight, it’s the best all around TT wheel made. The most recognized wheel in the world (it’s even on a post-age stamp) still sets the standard for speed that all others must follow.
The H3 has propelled more Grand Tour riders to the podium than any other wheel. Why? There’s no secret: the H3 is very fast in all yaw angles. Head-wind, crosswind, or tailwind, the H3 only knows one speed - fast. The pros know this, and count on the H3 as their uncomprimising TT wheel choice.
*NOTE: Options P- Powertap T- Track S- StallionOPTUM HEALTH P.B. KELLY BENEFIT STRATEGIES WOMEN’S TEAM AT THE EXERGY TOUR
Steve Hed is practically the godfather of disc wheels – discs are where our company started. Our cur-
rent models are the fastest ever made. In addition to superb aero design, Hed’s hybrid build process
uses both spokes and bonded carbon sides to build an amazingly stiff, efficient, round, and true wheel.
Did we mention the Jet is the only clincher disc to ever win the World Time Trial Championships?
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AERO BAR ACCESSORIES
FLIP ARMS
CORSAIR E FLAT
CORSAIR E DROP
STEMSPECS:
31.8 CLAMP
1 1/8” STEERER
80°
SIZES AVAILABLE:
80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140MM
CORSAIR FLAT
NARROW
AERO BAR EXTENSIONS
J-BEND
LAZY S-BEND
S-BEND
SETBACK WIDE
AERO BARS rand TourGOVERSIZE
ROAD BAR
SIZES AVAILABLE:
42, 44, 46 CM O.T.O.
SPECS:
75MM REACH
130MM DROP
15GRAND TOUR OVERSIZED14 AERO BARS
With the combination of wind tunnel tuned aerodynamics, light weight, stiffness, and un-
matched range of adjustability, we guarantee that you will not fit better or go faster on an-
other bar. Our corsair full aero bar is our lightest and stiffest offering to date (585 G includ-
ing brake levers). We offer the Corsair E base bar compatible with Shimano’s DI2 shift/brake
levers. This also means it is well adapted to track use or brake levers of your choice. The
base bar is compliant with the UCI’s 3:1 aspect ratio rule.
The Grand Tour Oversized handlebar and stem were born to deliver a cockpit that worthy of
a 3 week Grand Tour. Naturally they will shine at everything from your local Gran Fondo to
a 162 mile gravel road race. Whether sprinting, climbing or just rolling along in the pack the
GTO bar stem combo provides everything you need ergonomically, with an extremely high stiff-
ness to weight ratio. The proprietary handlebar bend allows intuitive operation of shifters and
brakes from the drops. Both the GTO stem and bar employ oversize tubing to increase stiff-
ness. The stem extension has a unique cross section shape to resist handlebar torsion during
hard efforts. Stiffness and ergonomics on the GTO bar are also enhanced by extending and
tapering the 31.8mm clamp section.
CORSAIR DROP
ACCESSORIES
DECAL COLOR OPTIONS
HED SOCKS BOTTLE OPENER
GREASE GUN
CASSETTE BODY
PODIUM HAT
LOLLIPOP
ANODIZED PARTS
HED WHEEL BAG
VISIT WWW.HEDCYCLING.COM FOR MORE ACCESSORIES
BELGIUM C2 RIM
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FIXED
ADJUSTABLE
AVAILABLE IN A DOUBLE WHEEL PADDED, OR A SIN-
GLE WHEEL UNPADDED BAG
DIFFERENT COLORS AVAILABLE FOR SKEWERS AND
FR REAR HUBS
AVAILABLE IN CAMPAGNOLO OR SHIMANO STEERER TUBE MOUNTED WATER BOTTLE CAGE
HOLDER
LOOK CLASSY IN WHITE OR BLACK CELEBRATE IN STYLE WITH A CARBON FIBER
BOTTLE OPENER
FITS GREASE PORT HUBSLOOK LIKE A PRO!
AVAILABLE FOR JET, STINGER, VANQUISH, DISC, AND H3 WHEELS
BUILD YOUR OWN TUBULAR OR CLINCHER WHEEL
ALSO AVAILABLE IN AN ALL BLACK
DISC SPECIFIC RIM
HED CYCLING PRODUCTS
4643 CHATSWORTH ST. N.
SHOREVIEW, MN 55126
USA
WWW.HEDCYCLING.COM
TEL: 888.246.3639
OUTSIDE U.S. TEL: 651.653.0202
PHOTO CREDITS:
DARIO RODRIGUEZ: PG 1 AND 9
CJFOTO.COM: FRONT COVER AND PG 1, 2, 8
SAM WEIBE: PG 1, 2, AND 9
NILS NILSON: PG 7
CASEY GIBSON: PG 8
NICK SALAZAR: PG 9
VELO IMAGES: PGS 11 AND 12