The Dura-Ace C60 HR tubular front wheel is a race-day weapon built for sprinters, criterium racers, and time trialists who demand absolute aerodynamic advantage combined with exceptional lateral stiffness. The 60mm all-carbon tubular rim cuts through the air with minimal drag, while the High Rigidity hub delivers a measurably stiffer front-end feel — so every watt of sprint power goes directly into forward speed.

Highlights

• 60mm carbon tubular rim: deep-section profile optimised in the wind tunnel for maximum aerodynamic efficiency on flat and fast courses.
• High Rigidity (HR) hub: engineered for increased lateral stiffness, giving powerful riders and sprinters a direct, responsive feel under hard efforts.
• 16 straight-pull bladed spokes: butted stainless steel (2.0–1.8–2.0mm) in a pattern optimised for front-wheel lateral rigidity.
• Tubular construction: lower rolling resistance and reduced risk of catastrophic deflation compared to clincher formats — the choice of professional racers.
• Rim brake compatible: designed for standard 9×100mm quick release forks — fits the widest range of road race frames.
• Lightweight at 653g: all-carbon construction keeps rotating mass to a minimum without sacrificing stiffness or aerodynamic depth.
• Cup-and-cone bearings: fully serviceable internals with contact seals for smooth, long-lasting performance.

Aero Carbon Construction

The C60's 60mm deep-section carbon rim features a 28mm external width and 21mm internal channel, pairing efficiently with modern 25–28mm tubular tyres to form a smooth, wind-cheating tyre-to-rim transition. Wind-tunnel development underpins the profile geometry, making the C60 particularly effective in crosswind conditions common in criteriums and flat road stages.

High Rigidity Hub Technology

The HR (High Rigidity) hub design delivers a significant increase in lateral stiffness over the standard C60 hub, translating sprint and out-of-the-saddle power more directly into acceleration. The 16 straight-pull bladed butted spokes are laced in a pattern specifically developed for front-wheel lateral performance, balancing stiffness with fatigue resistance for long-term reliability. Cup-and-cone bearing internals are shimano-serviceable and sealed against contamination.

Compatibility & Fit

Designed for rim-brake road bikes with a standard 9×100mm quick release front axle. Fits 700c (622mm ETRTO) forks. Requires tubular tyres — 25–28mm width recommended. Part of the Shimano Dura-Ace R9200 wheel range; compatible with Dura-Ace R9200 and Ultegra R8100 groupsets. Sold as a single front wheel — pair with the WH-R9200-C60-HR-TU rear wheel to complete the wheelset.