The lightest wheel in Shimano's Dura-Ace R9200 range, the WH-R9200-C36-TU front wheel is built for climbers and elite racers who demand every advantage on the road. Its full-carbon 36mm tubular rim delivers exceptional stiffness and rapid acceleration, while the 28mm external width supports wider tubular tyres for improved rolling efficiency and cornering confidence.

Highlights

• Lightest Dura-Ace wheel: Full-carbon 36mm deep tubular rim weighing just 602g — the absolute lightest front wheel in the R9200 lineup.
• Wide-profile rim: 28mm external / 21mm internal width optimised for modern tubular tyres from 25mm to 28mm wide.
• Bladed butted spokes: 16 straight-pull bladed butted spokes (2.0–1.6–2.0mm) reduce aerodynamic drag while maintaining lateral stiffness.
• Rim brake purpose-built: Carbon braking surface engineered specifically for rim brake performance and control.
• Contact-sealed hub bearings: Labyrinth double-contact sealing keeps water and contamination out for smooth, low-maintenance rolling.
• Oversized alloy axle: 7075 alloy quick-release axle with 100mm O.L.D. — compatible with all standard road rim brake forks.

Carbon Construction & Aerodynamics

The C36 profile balances lightweight climbing performance with all-day aerodynamic efficiency. At 36mm deep with a 28mm external rim width, the carbon rim reduces drag without adding unnecessary rotational weight. The 16 bladed, butted straight-pull spokes further cut wind resistance while preserving the lateral stiffness essential for powerful sprinting and confident descending.

Tubular Performance

Designed exclusively for tubular tyres, the WH-R9200-C36-TU delivers the supple, high-pressure ride quality that tubulars are prized for in elite road racing. The 21mm internal / 28mm external rim bed accommodates tubulars from 25mm to 28mm wide (recommended), promoting a rounder tyre profile for lower rolling resistance and improved cornering grip.

Compatibility & Fit

Front wheel only. Axle standard: quick release (133mm skewer included). Over Locknut Distance (O.L.D.): 100mm — fits all standard road rim brake fork dropouts. Rim brake use only; not compatible with disc brake forks. Tubular tyres only. Part of the Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 wheel system.