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HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset
HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset
HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset
<h1>Aerodynamicist Rim Profile</h1><i>As learned from our Limitless Research project & consistent wind tunnel time across the past 2 years, we know that an optimum aerodynamic benefit for a drop-bar bike is yielded from widening rim profiles. The reasons for this is that it allows for a far more 'blunted' spoke bed area, which (depending on which part of the wheel you're looking at) is both the leading and trailing edge.</i>
<h1>Aerodynamicist Rim Profile</h1><i>The benefits of blunted spoke bed areas revolve primarily around the predictable airflow, with the wind ‘hugging’ the rim as it passes across it (as opposed to older style V-shaped rims, which would create turbulence in the form of stalls). The wider profile ensures the flow stays attached to the surface as long as possible before the point of separation, which is key as yaw angles increase..</i>
<h1>TaperLock Hubs</h1><i>Carbon spoke optimised TaperLock SPRINT hubs add strength and enhance power transfer meaning all your force pushes you forwards. Large 15mm diameter hub axles for sprinting and out-of-saddle climbing responsiveness. Circular dropout interface steps add extra stiffness.</i>
<h1>UD Carbon Spokes</h1><i>Incredibly strong (achieving over 450kgf per spoke) TaperLock UD carbon spokes offering 30% increase in stiffness against steel ones. Only 2.7g per spoke. Due to the TaperLock technology, these spokes can be trued easily using a spoke key from within the rim bed.</i>
<h1>Stiffness-to-Weight</h1><i>With significant increases in lateral stiffness, they have been engineered to provide a stiffness-to-weight ratio previously unseen on serviceable wheels. Coming in at just 1352g but with significant increases in lateral responsiveness, disc wheels have never been so fast.</i>
<h1>Tire Width Optimisation</h1><i> Designed around a 20mm internal rim width optimised for a 25-28mm tire. They feature a hooked tire retention design and are both fully ETRTO-compatible and tubeless-ready.</i>
<h1>Freehub Body</h1><i>Featuring a 3 multi-point pawls with 3 teeth each and a 48 tooth ratchet ring results in an impressively low 7.5 degree engagement angle and excellent resistance to wear under heavy loads. The Sprint freehub has strong individual pawl springs which engage quicker. There is also a Steel Spline Insert re-enforcement to provide excellent durability against cassette sprocket damage often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.</i>
<h1>Rim Bed</h1><i>H_LOCK is our tubeless-ready rim bed profile with up-kicks to the shoulders of the tubeless steps which help to create a great rim-well seal for first installation and easy sealing of tubeless tyres. The H-Lock profile also locks the beads in place more securely once seated.</i>
<h1>Adaptability</h1><i>Our wheels are seriously future-proof. We can adapt your wheels to any current axle standard, you just need to let us know what you require by filling in the simple form on the confirmation page after checkout. Please note these wheels will not work with the older 15mm front road TA standard.</i>
<h1>Hunt Carbon Spoke Graph</h1><i>For high frequency vibration, carbon spokes offer much greater damping characteristics to that of an equivalent steel spoke</i>
<h1>In the Box</h1><ul><li>HUNT Black Shield tubeless tape fitted to wheels.</li><li>The axle adapters needed for your bike, just fill in the simple form shown after order completion, the form is also included in your order confirmation page.</li><li>Cassette spacer for 8/9/10 speed</li><li>Tubeless Valves</li><li>Quality control card signed by your wheel builder</li></ul>
HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset

HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset

44 Deep | 29 Wide | 1352g

The supreme stiffness-to-weight ratio of carbon spokes, in a serviceable package. The final word in road/all-road disc-brake performance.

44 DEEP | 29 WIDE EXT | 20 WIDE INT | 1352G

The Purpose

Introducing the 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc, utilising our proven TaperLock carbon spoke technology, resulting in fully serviceable carbon-spoked wheels that can be trued like any other. With significant increases in lateral stiffness (see testing info below), they have been engineered to provide a stiffness-to-weight ratio previously unseen on serviceable wheels.

HUNT TaperLock UD Carbon Spoke Logo

6% more laterally responsive than identical steel spoked wheel, with significantly less weight. Further benefiting from the high-frequency vibration absorption capabilities of carbon fibre in the UD spokes, as well as the rim. Please see graph in the "read more" section.

Aerodynamicist Logo

Aerodynamicist 29mm-wide rim, exclusively engineered and wind tunnel tested by HUNT's in-house engineering team. featuring a hooked & ETRTO-compliant tubeless-ready rim, designed for full clincher & tubeless tire compatibility.

H_CARE Logo

Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.

WIND TUNNEL RESULTS



Using an innovative spoke-seating method, the  44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc wheelset offers carbon spokes that are held purely mechanically, with no bonding required. We call this TaperLock, and it allows for carbon spokes that can be trued and maintained just like a normal steel spoke.

The TaperLock UD Carbon Spokes are incredibly strong, achieving over 450 kgf (kilograms force per spoke) maximum tensile strength, compared to leading steel spokes which conventionally reach around 300 kgf.

For HUNT, aerodynamics and stiffness have to be considered as component parts of a more holistic understanding of performance componentry. That's why we always design with serviceability and usability in mind, because there's no point having a fast wheel you can't use with your favourite tyre, or that you can't easily maintain.

The Purpose

Introducing the 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc, utilising our proven TaperLock carbon spoke technology, resulting in fully serviceable carbon-spoked wheels that can be trued like any other. With significant increases in lateral stiffness (see testing info below), they have been engineered to provide a stiffness-to-weight ratio previously unseen on serviceable wheels.

HUNT TaperLock UD Carbon Spoke Logo

6% more laterally responsive than identical steel spoked wheel, with significantly less weight. Further benefiting from the high-frequency vibration absorption capabilities of carbon fibre in the UD spokes, as well as the rim. Please see graph in the "read more" section.

Aerodynamicist Logo

Aerodynamicist 29mm-wide rim, exclusively engineered and wind tunnel tested by HUNT's in-house engineering team. featuring a hooked & ETRTO-compliant tubeless-ready rim, designed for full clincher & tubeless tire compatibility.

H_CARE Logo

Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.

WIND TUNNEL RESULTS



Using an innovative spoke-seating method, the  44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc wheelset offers carbon spokes that are held purely mechanically, with no bonding required. We call this TaperLock, and it allows for carbon spokes that can be trued and maintained just like a normal steel spoke.

The TaperLock UD Carbon Spokes are incredibly strong, achieving over 450 kgf (kilograms force per spoke) maximum tensile strength, compared to leading steel spokes which conventionally reach around 300 kgf.

For HUNT, aerodynamics and stiffness have to be considered as component parts of a more holistic understanding of performance componentry. That's why we always design with serviceability and usability in mind, because there's no point having a fast wheel you can't use with your favourite tyre, or that you can't easily maintain.

Key Features

The ultimate performance of carbon spokes, in a usable package

    • Rims | 700c Aerodynamicist disc-specific hooked rim profiles, designed from the ground up. Toray T700/T800 carbon-fibre with a stronger ratio of T800 (T40) fibres to achieve greater strength-to-weight ratio. Unidirectional sidewalls with 3K weave bed and spoke areas. Tubeless-ready for lower weight, rolling resistance and better puncture protection.
    • Tires | 20mm rim bed optimised for superior aerodynamic performance with a 25-28c tubeless tire. Tubeless-Ready.
    • Hubs | Sprint SLC hubs add strength and enhance power transfer, meaning more of your power pushing you forwards. The hub shell is a cold-forged 7000 series alloy, offering a greater strength-to-weight ratio than extruded 6000 series alloys. Large 15mm diameter hub axles for sprinting and out-of-saddle climbing responsiveness. Circular dropout interface steps ensure a secure fitment. Center Lock Please note: If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
    • Axles | Easily adaptable & we fit them for you. Fit all current axle sizes and are easy to change. Click here to see all axle sizes.
    • Hand-built | All of our wheels are built and finished by hand, inclusive of a full quality control inspection.
    • Included | Tubeless tape & valves, axle adapters (please fill in the simple form after checkout to select your required size).
    • Weight | 1352g
    • See the full specs here

The Experts' View

Velonews HUNT 44 UD Review Logo

Full Specs

  • Rims

    • Aerodynamicist profile, disc-specific & aerodynamically optimised for 25-28c tires
    • Unidirectional T24/30 carbon fibre with 3K weave re-enforced spoke holes
    • 29mm outer and 20mm internal width.
    • 44mm depth
    • Hooked
    • H_LOCK bead-seat up-kicks, for easy and secure tubeless installation
    • Matt black base finished with matt white contrasting graphics.
  • Spokes

    • UD carbon fibre spokes with incredibly high strength, stiffness and weighing only 2.7g per spoke
    • 18 front (2 cross on rotor side, radial on drive side) and 20 rear (2 cross both sides).
  • Nipples

    • TaperLock nipples secure spoke head to the hub
    • Square mandrel mounted at the rim end to prevent spoke twisting when truing/replacing
    • Internal nipple for truing
    • Black anodized finish.
  • Tires Info

    • HUNT recommends a 25-28mm tire for best performance, tire widths between 22mm and 47mm are also safe to use.
    • You must not exceed the maximum tire pressure limits set out in the table below or the maximum limit set by your tire manufacturer if this is lower.
    • Note: best performance is usually gained by using tire pressures lower than the maximum, you can see our blog post here about this.
    • Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance.
  • Axle Sizes

    These wheels are available with all existing disc brake road bike axle adapter sizes. We fit the axles you need, just complete the simple form shown after checkout:

    • Front: 12x100mm Thru-Axle, 9x100mm Thru-Axle, Quick Release 9x100mm
    • Rear: 12x142mm Thru-Axle, 12x135mm Thru-Axle, 10x135mm Thru-Axle, Quick Release 9x135mm

    If you are unsure what size your axles are don't worry it also includes the option to tell us your bike model and we will find out and then fit the correct axles, plus we're happy to change them later at our cost if you don't quite get it right. Please note; this form is shown after you have completed your order.

  • Front Hub

    • TaperLock spoke interface
    • Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
    • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
    • Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
    • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
    • Hunt SPRINT SL Disc straight-pull super-light alloy.
  • Rear Hub

    • 7075-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy freehub body.
    • Steel Spline Insert freehub body reinforcement provides excellent durability against cassette sprocket damage to the freehub often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.
    • 3x treble-tooth individually leaf sprung pawls with 48 teeth on the ratchet ring for fast 7.5 degree engagement and instant acceleration.
    • All freehub standards accounted for.
      • Hunt SPRINT Disc straight-pull super-light alloy.
      • Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
      • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
      • Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
      • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
  • Bearings

    • High-grade Japanese EZO bearings.
    • Rear hub upgraded to even faster rolling LU/LB low-friction sealed internal face, dual sealed external face bearings.
    • Incredibly fast rolling.
  • Warranty, HUNT Rolling Road Tests & Weight Limits

    These wheels come with H_CARE (Free Lifetime Crash Replacement) for the first owners. Read all about it here.

    A full 3 years from purchase date warranty is offered to the original purchaser only on all HUNT wheels against material or workmanship defects, please click here to read full details

    All HUNT wheels models have to pass our harsh cobbled-rolling-road tests for rider weight limits, please see here for more details. Max system weight 125kg (system weight – total weight of fully kitted up rider, bike and luggage). If a rider is over 105Kgs then an experienced bike mechanic should check the wheel regularly and it is advisable to use tires at max 90psi as this will reduce the fatigue on the wheelset. We are cyclists ourselves and do of course go above and beyond to offer excellent service if you ever do experience any issues. We carry full spares at very reasonable prices and offer complete support.

    60 Day Ride & Return Period. We are certain you'll be impressed by the acceleration, low-weight, speed and durability of our wheels. We are cyclists and as such strive to offer class leading service and support. Buy with confidence, if for any reason you wish to return the wheels for a full refund of your order you can do so up to a full 60 days after you receive them whether they have been ridden or not. Please note we cannot offer refunds on wheels that have suffered from crash damage but do offer H_CARE (Free Lifetime Crash Replacement) on these wheels.

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    Reviews

    Bike Magazine and Website Experts' Views

    Velonews Logo

    4.5/5 REVIEW

    "I like these wheels a lot, for one simple reason: They offer almost all of the benefits of a high-end race wheel at a much lower price than the competition."

    In the Box

    Contents

    • HUNT Black Shield tubeless tape fitted to wheels.
    • The axle adapters needed for your bike, just fill in the simple form shown after order completion, the form is also included in your order confirmation page.
    • Cassette spacer for 8/9/10 speed
    • Tubeless Valves
    • Quality control card signed by your wheel builder

    The supreme stiffness-to-weight ratio of carbon spokes, in a serviceable package. The final word in road/all-road disc-brake performance.

    44 DEEP | 29 WIDE EXT | 20 WIDE INT | 1352G

    The Purpose

    Introducing the 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc, utilising our proven TaperLock carbon spoke technology, resulting in fully serviceable carbon-spoked wheels that can be trued like any other. With significant increases in lateral stiffness (see testing info below), they have been engineered to provide a stiffness-to-weight ratio previously unseen on serviceable wheels.

    HUNT TaperLock UD Carbon Spoke Logo

    6% more laterally responsive than identical steel spoked wheel, with significantly less weight. Further benefiting from the high-frequency vibration absorption capabilities of carbon fibre in the UD spokes, as well as the rim. Please see graph in the "read more" section.

    Aerodynamicist Logo

    Aerodynamicist 29mm-wide rim, exclusively engineered and wind tunnel tested by HUNT's in-house engineering team. featuring a hooked & ETRTO-compliant tubeless-ready rim, designed for full clincher & tubeless tire compatibility.

    H_CARE Logo

    Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.

    WIND TUNNEL RESULTS



    Using an innovative spoke-seating method, the  44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc wheelset offers carbon spokes that are held purely mechanically, with no bonding required. We call this TaperLock, and it allows for carbon spokes that can be trued and maintained just like a normal steel spoke.

    The TaperLock UD Carbon Spokes are incredibly strong, achieving over 450 kgf (kilograms force per spoke) maximum tensile strength, compared to leading steel spokes which conventionally reach around 300 kgf.

    For HUNT, aerodynamics and stiffness have to be considered as component parts of a more holistic understanding of performance componentry. That's why we always design with serviceability and usability in mind, because there's no point having a fast wheel you can't use with your favourite tyre, or that you can't easily maintain.

    The Purpose

    Introducing the 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc, utilising our proven TaperLock carbon spoke technology, resulting in fully serviceable carbon-spoked wheels that can be trued like any other. With significant increases in lateral stiffness (see testing info below), they have been engineered to provide a stiffness-to-weight ratio previously unseen on serviceable wheels.

    HUNT TaperLock UD Carbon Spoke Logo

    6% more laterally responsive than identical steel spoked wheel, with significantly less weight. Further benefiting from the high-frequency vibration absorption capabilities of carbon fibre in the UD spokes, as well as the rim. Please see graph in the "read more" section.

    Aerodynamicist Logo

    Aerodynamicist 29mm-wide rim, exclusively engineered and wind tunnel tested by HUNT's in-house engineering team. featuring a hooked & ETRTO-compliant tubeless-ready rim, designed for full clincher & tubeless tire compatibility.

    H_CARE Logo

    Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.

    WIND TUNNEL RESULTS



    Using an innovative spoke-seating method, the  44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc wheelset offers carbon spokes that are held purely mechanically, with no bonding required. We call this TaperLock, and it allows for carbon spokes that can be trued and maintained just like a normal steel spoke.

    The TaperLock UD Carbon Spokes are incredibly strong, achieving over 450 kgf (kilograms force per spoke) maximum tensile strength, compared to leading steel spokes which conventionally reach around 300 kgf.

    For HUNT, aerodynamics and stiffness have to be considered as component parts of a more holistic understanding of performance componentry. That's why we always design with serviceability and usability in mind, because there's no point having a fast wheel you can't use with your favourite tyre, or that you can't easily maintain.

    Key Features

    The ultimate performance of carbon spokes, in a usable package

      • Rims | 700c Aerodynamicist disc-specific hooked rim profiles, designed from the ground up. Toray T700/T800 carbon-fibre with a stronger ratio of T800 (T40) fibres to achieve greater strength-to-weight ratio. Unidirectional sidewalls with 3K weave bed and spoke areas. Tubeless-ready for lower weight, rolling resistance and better puncture protection.
      • Tires | 20mm rim bed optimised for superior aerodynamic performance with a 25-28c tubeless tire. Tubeless-Ready.
      • Hubs | Sprint SLC hubs add strength and enhance power transfer, meaning more of your power pushing you forwards. The hub shell is a cold-forged 7000 series alloy, offering a greater strength-to-weight ratio than extruded 6000 series alloys. Large 15mm diameter hub axles for sprinting and out-of-saddle climbing responsiveness. Circular dropout interface steps ensure a secure fitment. Center Lock Please note: If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
      • Axles | Easily adaptable & we fit them for you. Fit all current axle sizes and are easy to change. Click here to see all axle sizes.
      • Hand-built | All of our wheels are built and finished by hand, inclusive of a full quality control inspection.
      • Included | Tubeless tape & valves, axle adapters (please fill in the simple form after checkout to select your required size).
      • Weight | 1352g
      • See the full specs here

    The Experts' View

    Velonews HUNT 44 UD Review Logo

    Full Specs

  • Rims

    • Aerodynamicist profile, disc-specific & aerodynamically optimised for 25-28c tires
    • Unidirectional T24/30 carbon fibre with 3K weave re-enforced spoke holes
    • 29mm outer and 20mm internal width.
    • 44mm depth
    • Hooked
    • H_LOCK bead-seat up-kicks, for easy and secure tubeless installation
    • Matt black base finished with matt white contrasting graphics.
  • Spokes

    • UD carbon fibre spokes with incredibly high strength, stiffness and weighing only 2.7g per spoke
    • 18 front (2 cross on rotor side, radial on drive side) and 20 rear (2 cross both sides).
  • Nipples

    • TaperLock nipples secure spoke head to the hub
    • Square mandrel mounted at the rim end to prevent spoke twisting when truing/replacing
    • Internal nipple for truing
    • Black anodized finish.
  • Tires Info

    • HUNT recommends a 25-28mm tire for best performance, tire widths between 22mm and 47mm are also safe to use.
    • You must not exceed the maximum tire pressure limits set out in the table below or the maximum limit set by your tire manufacturer if this is lower.
    • Note: best performance is usually gained by using tire pressures lower than the maximum, you can see our blog post here about this.
    • Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance.
  • Axle Sizes

    These wheels are available with all existing disc brake road bike axle adapter sizes. We fit the axles you need, just complete the simple form shown after checkout:

    • Front: 12x100mm Thru-Axle, 9x100mm Thru-Axle, Quick Release 9x100mm
    • Rear: 12x142mm Thru-Axle, 12x135mm Thru-Axle, 10x135mm Thru-Axle, Quick Release 9x135mm

    If you are unsure what size your axles are don't worry it also includes the option to tell us your bike model and we will find out and then fit the correct axles, plus we're happy to change them later at our cost if you don't quite get it right. Please note; this form is shown after you have completed your order.

  • Front Hub

    • TaperLock spoke interface
    • Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
    • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
    • Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
    • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
    • Hunt SPRINT SL Disc straight-pull super-light alloy.
  • Rear Hub

    • 7075-T6 heat-treated aluminium alloy freehub body.
    • Steel Spline Insert freehub body reinforcement provides excellent durability against cassette sprocket damage to the freehub often seen on standard alloy freehub bodies.
    • 3x treble-tooth individually leaf sprung pawls with 48 teeth on the ratchet ring for fast 7.5 degree engagement and instant acceleration.
    • All freehub standards accounted for.
      • Hunt SPRINT Disc straight-pull super-light alloy.
      • Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
      • 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
      • Centre-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
      • Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
  • Bearings

    • High-grade Japanese EZO bearings.
    • Rear hub upgraded to even faster rolling LU/LB low-friction sealed internal face, dual sealed external face bearings.
    • Incredibly fast rolling.
  • Warranty, HUNT Rolling Road Tests & Weight Limits

    These wheels come with H_CARE (Free Lifetime Crash Replacement) for the first owners. Read all about it here.

    A full 3 years from purchase date warranty is offered to the original purchaser only on all HUNT wheels against material or workmanship defects, please click here to read full details

    All HUNT wheels models have to pass our harsh cobbled-rolling-road tests for rider weight limits, please see here for more details. Max system weight 125kg (system weight – total weight of fully kitted up rider, bike and luggage). If a rider is over 105Kgs then an experienced bike mechanic should check the wheel regularly and it is advisable to use tires at max 90psi as this will reduce the fatigue on the wheelset. We are cyclists ourselves and do of course go above and beyond to offer excellent service if you ever do experience any issues. We carry full spares at very reasonable prices and offer complete support.

    60 Day Ride & Return Period. We are certain you'll be impressed by the acceleration, low-weight, speed and durability of our wheels. We are cyclists and as such strive to offer class leading service and support. Buy with confidence, if for any reason you wish to return the wheels for a full refund of your order you can do so up to a full 60 days after you receive them whether they have been ridden or not. Please note we cannot offer refunds on wheels that have suffered from crash damage but do offer H_CARE (Free Lifetime Crash Replacement) on these wheels.

    Our Riders also Bought

    Reviews

    Bike Magazine and Website Experts' Views

    Velonews Logo

    4.5/5 REVIEW

    "I like these wheels a lot, for one simple reason: They offer almost all of the benefits of a high-end race wheel at a much lower price than the competition."

    In the Box

    Contents

    • HUNT Black Shield tubeless tape fitted to wheels.
    • The axle adapters needed for your bike, just fill in the simple form shown after order completion, the form is also included in your order confirmation page.
    • Cassette spacer for 8/9/10 speed
    • Tubeless Valves
    • Quality control card signed by your wheel builder

    HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset

    44 Deep | 29 Wide | 1352g

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    Regular price £1,389.00 now £1,041.75
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    We will ask for axle info after checkout.

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    *If shown in stock

    HUNT 44 UD Carbon Spoke Disc Wheelset £1,041.75