Classified x HUNT 48 Limitless Aero Disc Wheelset
48 Deep | 35 Wide Ext | 22.5 Wide Int |1,501g (Including Classified Powershift rear hub shell)
THE WORLD'S FASTEST DISC-BRAKE WHEELS UP TO (AND INCLUDING) 50MM, NOW INTEGRATED WITH THE CLASSIFIED POWERSHIFT SYSTEM HUB SHELL.
48 DEEP | 35 WIDE EXT | 22.5 WIDE INT | 1,501g (Including Classified Powershift rear hub shell)
The Purpose
HUNT’s wide and stable, wind tunnel-proven aerodynamic wheelset is now available with the groundbreaking Classified Powershift-ready rear hub shell to create a versatile all-round road wheel system for those seeking every benefit that modern cycling techonology can offer.
Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels. See the research white paper for full technical details of our wind tunnel testing methodology, including data/graphs and the full range of wheels we tested against.
Classified Powershift technology is a wireless shifting system that allows you to shift gears instantly and under full load. With an integrated Powershift rear hub, your riding will benefit from the range and functionality of a front derailleur and 2x drivetrain, while enjoying the simplicity and aero benefits of 1x setup.
HUNT LIMITLESS technology allows for low weight and extra-wide aerodynamics.
Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.
NOTE: The Classified Powershift internal system and electronics must be supplied by select Classified dealers. This wheelset does not contain the complete system. The rear wheel is delivered with the Classified hub shell, without the Powershift hub internals. Please contact our Rider Experience team with any questions.
Read More
WIDER TIRES & WIDER WHEELS | RIDE FASTER
Leading rim-brake wheels have been at the 27-28mm wide mark for some time, with undisputed aero benefits over narrower designs. However, they are aerodynamically limited by rim brake calipers limiting the maximum width of the brake track. Further, most are optimised for narrower tyres. 23mm tyres used to be the standard… but for us, you and most pro riders, 25/28 and even 30mm tyres are the preferred choice. Let’s face it: when leaning in on the final turn of a mass bunch sprint or descending sweeping alpine bends, you want serious grip! Plus, the lower rolling resistance benefits of 25 and 28mm tyres* mean that road disc aero wheels should be specifically designed around these wider tyres. Accordingly, this wheelset has been designed using schematics and feedback from Schwalbe's own engineers.
(*Especially rider-system benefits, wheel & tyre only tests do not include rider damped losses, and how lower pressures reduce these losses by reducing rider movement. This is a whole other area we will be releasing scientific data on.)
HOW WIDE? 34.5mm!
In the last 9 months, road aero disc-brake rim widths have been creeping out to 30-32mm, with several leading wheel and bike companies realizing the benefits of having a rim wider than the tyre (even a 28mm tyre). This creates the most effective overall aerofoil shape (when considering the wheel and tyre together) and reduces turbulence as airflow transitions into the spoke bed. It is now obvious that disc-brake road rims need to be significantly wider to be at their best aerodynamically. With our experience at HUNT, we knew disc brakes provided us a huge opportunity to smash open this area of wheel development. In autumn 2017, a full year before anyone knew about any other wheel companies’ 30mm+ development, we set about unleashing wheel widths, and HUNT's in-house engineering team designed several 3D-printed prototypes for wind tunnel testing. We worked closely with Europe’s leading bicycle wind tunnel, and over 18 months of painstaking research, design and multiple wind tunnel visits, developed the 34.5mm wide shape for the new 48 Limitless Aero Disc.
WIDE RIM = WEIGHT OR TYRE PROBLEM?
The aero benefits of going wide, can come with downsides, as usually a compromise choice has to be made:
- Go for a wider internal rim of 24 or 25mm = LOSE TYRE COMPATABILITY with 23/25mm tyres from leading brands.
- Choose to add extra carbon material to thicken the sidewalls, in order to maintain the wide aero shape = HEAVY RIM WEIGHT
THE SOLUTION | HUNT LIMITLESS TECHNOLOGY
The HUNT 48 Limitless Aero Disc rim has as much carbon-fibre material and mass as any other comparable road disc wheelset, and far surpasses ISO impact testing. Added to the sidewall area is an extra-strengthening co-molded low density polymer (density only 0.7g/cm3 vs carbon fibre prepreg of 1.6g/cm3) that keeps the weight low whilst allowing the extra width. LIMITLESS is a patent owned by HUNT and developed by HUNT's in-house engineering team, Tom and Pete, and is exclusive to HUNT wheels. So, you can have a wheelset with the world’s fastest aero shape but also impressively low weight.
THE RESULTS…
The wind tunnel data we recorded is shown against the full range of incumbent world-class aero wheels in the charts below. The results speak for themselves. It’s been hard work but it’s been very worthwhile. This process and the knowledge gained from pushing the boundaries of aero wheel development creates huge opportunities to serve you with a wide range of world leading aerodynamic wheels…this is just the beginning! Thank you.
THE DATA
Read the full research white paper showing all technical wind-tunnel testing method details, extensive wind tunnel data and the full range of wheels we tested.
The Mavic WAD calculation is based around Time Trial speeds (45 km/h), we used this as an industry standard to show an unequivocal comparison. Our own road speed (35 km/h) simulations show the extra width of the LIMITLESS wheels provide even greater aerodynamic gains at the wider wind yaw angles that real road riders experience. Please see research white paper for more details.
8.4 Fourth wind tunnel test
The Enve Ses AR 3.4 Disc: In order to complete the test in a timely manner the tests were carried with the front wheels only, mounted on a single wheel turntable and roller, with no bike. Note that the total drag and power values are lower without the presence of a bike.
Figure 17 Drag [g] vs yaw angle [°] from third wind tunnel test showing HUNT 48 LIMITLESS AERO DISC against Enve SES AR3.4, using a variety of tyres.
Read More
The Purpose
HUNT’s wide and stable, wind tunnel-proven aerodynamic wheelset is now available with the groundbreaking Classified Powershift-ready rear hub shell to create a versatile all-round road wheel system for those seeking every benefit that modern cycling techonology can offer.
Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels. See the research white paper for full technical details of our wind tunnel testing methodology, including data/graphs and the full range of wheels we tested against.
Classified Powershift technology is a wireless shifting system that allows you to shift gears instantly and under full load. With an integrated Powershift rear hub, your riding will benefit from the range and functionality of a front derailleur and 2x drivetrain, while enjoying the simplicity and aero benefits of 1x setup.
HUNT LIMITLESS technology allows for low weight and extra-wide aerodynamics.
Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.
NOTE: The Classified Powershift internal system and electronics must be supplied by select Classified dealers. This wheelset does not contain the complete system. The rear wheel is delivered with the Classified hub shell, without the Powershift hub internals. Please contact our Rider Experience team with any questions.
Read More
WIDER TYRES & WIDER WHEELS | RIDE FASTER
Leading rim-brake wheels have been at the 27-28mm wide mark for some time, with undisputed aero benefits over narrower designs. However, they are aerodynamically limited by rim brake calipers limiting the maximum width of the brake track. Further, most are optimised for narrower tyres. 23mm tyres used to be the standard… but for us, you and most pro riders, 25/28 and even 30mm tyres are the preferred choice. Let’s face it: when leaning in on the final turn of a mass bunch sprint or descending sweeping alpine bends, you want serious grip! Plus, the lower rolling resistance benefits of 25 and 28mm tyres* mean that road disc aero wheels should be specifically designed around these wider tyres. Accordingly, this wheelset has been designed using schematics and feedback from Schwalbe's own engineers.
(*Especially rider-system benefits, wheel & tyre only tests do not include rider damped losses, and how lower pressures reduce these losses by reducing rider movement. This is a whole other area we will be releasing scientific data on.)
HOW WIDE? 34.5mm!
In the last 9 months, road aero disc-brake rim widths have been creeping out to 30-32mm, with several leading wheel and bike companies realizing the benefits of having a rim wider than the tyre (even a 28mm tyre). This creates the most effective overall aerofoil shape (when considering the wheel and tyre together) and reduces turbulence as airflow transitions into the spoke bed. It is now obvious that disc-brake road rims need to be significantly wider to be at their best aerodynamically. With our experience at HUNT, we knew disc brakes provided us a huge opportunity to smash open this area of wheel development. In autumn 2017, a full year before anyone knew about any other wheel companies’ 30mm+ development, we set about unleashing wheel widths, and HUNT's in-house engineering team designed several 3D-printed prototypes for wind tunnel testing. We worked closely with Europe’s leading bicycle wind tunnel, and over 18 months of painstaking research, design and multiple wind tunnel visits, developed the 34.5mm wide shape for the new 48 Limitless Aero Disc.
WIDE RIM = WEIGHT OR TYRE PROBLEM?
The aero benefits of going wide, can come with downsides, as usually a compromise choice has to be made:
- Go for a wider internal rim of 24 or 25mm = LOSE TYRE COMPATABILITY with 23/25mm tyres from leading brands.
- Choose to add extra carbon material to thicken the sidewalls, in order to maintain the wide aero shape = HEAVY RIM WEIGHT
THE SOLUTION | HUNT LIMITLESS TECHNOLOGY
The HUNT 48 Limitless Aero Disc rim has as much carbon-fibre material and mass as any other comparable road disc wheelset, and far surpasses ISO impact testing. Added to the sidewall area is an extra-strengthening co-molded low density polymer (density only 0.7g/cm3 vs carbon fibre prepreg of 1.6g/cm3) that keeps the weight low whilst allowing the extra width. LIMITLESS is a patent owned by HUNT and developed by HUNT's in-house engineering team, Tom and Pete, and is exclusive to HUNT wheels. So, you can have a wheelset with the world’s fastest aero shape but also impressively low weight.
THE RESULTS…
The wind tunnel data we recorded is shown against the full range of incumbent world-class aero wheels in the charts below. The results speak for themselves. It’s been hard work but it’s been very worthwhile. This process and the knowledge gained from pushing the boundaries of aero wheel development creates huge opportunities to serve you with a wide range of world leading aerodynamic wheels…this is just the beginning! Thank you.
THE DATA
Read the full research white paper showing all technical wind-tunnel testing method details, extensive wind tunnel data and the full range of wheels we tested.
The Mavic WAD calculation is based around Time Trial speeds (45 km/h), we used this as an industry standard to show an unequivocal comparison. Our own road speed (35 km/h) simulations show the extra width of the LIMITLESS wheels provide even greater aerodynamic gains at the wider wind yaw angles that real road riders experience. Please see research white paper for more details.
8.4 Fourth wind tunnel test
The Enve Ses AR 3.4 Disc: In order to complete the test in a timely manner the tests were carried with the front wheels only, mounted on a single wheel turntable and roller, with no bike. Note that the total drag and power values are lower without the presence of a bike.
Figure 17 Drag [g] vs yaw angle [°] from third wind tunnel test showing HUNT 48 LIMITLESS AERO DISC against Enve SES AR3.4, using a variety of tyres.
Read More
Key Features
THE FASTEST WHEELSET IS THE SUM OF THE FASTEST PARTS
- LIMITLESS Rims | 700c Wind tunnel developed, features disc-specific, unidirectional T24/30 rims, offering 22.5mm internal and 35mm external widths, and a 48mm u-shape aero profile.
- Tyres | Aerodynamically optimised for wider 25-28c tyres. Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance, featuring H-Lock technology for easy and secure tubeless installation. LIMITLESS wheels have a hooked sidewall and are suitable for all clincher road tyres, including Continental.
- Sprint Front Hub | Classified Powershift Rear Hub Shell | SPRINT straight-pull centre-lock front hub, combined with the Powershift rear hub shell. The Powershift hub offers unrivalled shift quality, high gearing range and small steps in between gears combining the benefits of both 1x and 2x drivetrains. Center-lock brake mount. Please note: If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
- Elliptical Wing Spokes | Pillar Wing 20 spokes with aerofoil profile. Tested and proven to provide aerodynamic advantage over flat or bladed options both from Pillar and other competitors.
- Axles | Easily adaptable & we fit them for you. Fit all current axle sizes and are easy to change; Front - QR, Bolt thru 12/9mm, Rear - Bolt thru 12x142. Powershift System (including rear axle) not included.
- Hand-built | All of our wheels are built and finished by hand, inclusive of a full quality control inspection.
- Included | Tubeless tape & valves, spare spokes
- Weight | 1,501g (Including Powershift rear hub shell)
- See the full specs here
The Experts' View
Full Specs
Rims
- Wind tunnel tested, aerodynamically optimised for 25-28c tyres
- Disc-specific tubeless-ready profile
- H-lock bead-seat up-kicks for easy and secure tubeless installation
- Unidirectional T24/30 carbon fibre with 3K weave re-enforced spoke holes
- 35mm outer and 22.5mm inner width
- 48mm depth
- Matt black base finished with matt white contrasting graphics.
Spokes
- Pillar Wing 20 with Aerofoil profile
- 20 front and 24 rear laced 2 cross.
- Aero Butted 2.0-2.2/0.95-2.0 then PSR section is 2.2.
- Straight-pull for excellent torsional strength and direct power transfer
- Cold drawn from high grade T302 (18/10) stainless steel wire by Sandvik Sweden
- Patented Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement, butted again just before the spoke head providing more durability in high stress area.
- Black stainless treatment
Nipples
- Alloy square body for external adjustment and square head for easy internal adjustment/tensioning.
- 16mm length with washer for a strong connection to the spoke added durability.
- 14 gauge.
- Black anodized finish.
Tyres Info
- Fully compliant with ETRTO tubeless road guidelines for 23/25/28mm+ road tyres. As with all our current HUNT rims, the LIMITLESS wheels have a normal hooked sidewall and are suitable for all clincher road tyres including Continental.
- Maximum tyre pressure for this rim is 100psi when used with 25-28mm tyres. 100 psi is more than enough for any rider on road. Click here to listen to a podcast exploring the science of why lower pressures were found to be faster by pro teams.
- Maximum tyre pressures for other tyre sizes: 30mm - 32mm do not exceed 70psi, 33mm do not exceed 50psi, 35-45mm do not exceed 45psi, 45-50mm do not exceed 40psi.
- Please do not exceed the maximum pressure stated on your tyre.
- Suitable for tyres from 23mm up to 50mm wide.
- Suitable tubeless road, gravel and CX tyres are available from a huge range of companies.
Axle Sizes
These wheels are available with the following 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 Only
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
- Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
- 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
- Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
- Center-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
Rear Hub
- Classified Powershift Rear Hub Shell Only. Rear 12x142 Bolt Thru Only (Not included)
Bearings
- High-grade Japanese EZO 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 tyres 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.
Reviews
Bike Magazine and Website Experts' Views
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"Road CC Editor's Choice""Hunt says its 48 Limitless Aero Disc wheels are the fastest disc brake-compatible road wheels up to and including 50mm deep, thanks to its patented Limitless technology. Going wide is the key apparently, and going by the way they perform out in the real world, Hunt could really be on to something. These wheels are quick!". |
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"HUNT Limitless 48 Aero Disc Review: Wide and Stable""Super stable, reliable, fast, and with open tyre compatibility, the Limitless 48 Aero Disc wheels have plenty to offer without asking a huge price in return." |
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220 Triathlon 91% ReviewOn the road, these hoops lived up to their name, feeling markedly faster than our older Specialized Roval C38 discs. They roll remarkably well at 40km/h and beyond, needing what felt like less power to hold those speeds when compared to similar wheelsets we’ve tested. |
In the Box
Contents
- HUNT Black Shield tubeless rim tape fitted to wheels.
- Tubeless Valves
- Spare of each spoke plus nipples
- Quality control card signed by your wheel builder
THE WORLD'S FASTEST DISC-BRAKE WHEELS UP TO (AND INCLUDING) 50MM, NOW INTEGRATED WITH THE CLASSIFIED POWERSHIFT SYSTEM HUB SHELL.
48 DEEP | 35 WIDE EXT | 22.5 WIDE INT | 1,501g (Including Classified Powershift rear hub shell)
The Purpose
HUNT’s wide and stable, wind tunnel-proven aerodynamic wheelset is now available with the groundbreaking Classified Powershift-ready rear hub shell to create a versatile all-round road wheel system for those seeking every benefit that modern cycling techonology can offer.
Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels. See the research white paper for full technical details of our wind tunnel testing methodology, including data/graphs and the full range of wheels we tested against.
Classified Powershift technology is a wireless shifting system that allows you to shift gears instantly and under full load. With an integrated Powershift rear hub, your riding will benefit from the range and functionality of a front derailleur and 2x drivetrain, while enjoying the simplicity and aero benefits of 1x setup.
HUNT LIMITLESS technology allows for low weight and extra-wide aerodynamics.
Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.
NOTE: The Classified Powershift internal system and electronics must be supplied by select Classified dealers. This wheelset does not contain the complete system. The rear wheel is delivered with the Classified hub shell, without the Powershift hub internals. Please contact our Rider Experience team with any questions.
Read More
WIDER TIRES & WIDER WHEELS | RIDE FASTER
Leading rim-brake wheels have been at the 27-28mm wide mark for some time, with undisputed aero benefits over narrower designs. However, they are aerodynamically limited by rim brake calipers limiting the maximum width of the brake track. Further, most are optimised for narrower tyres. 23mm tyres used to be the standard… but for us, you and most pro riders, 25/28 and even 30mm tyres are the preferred choice. Let’s face it: when leaning in on the final turn of a mass bunch sprint or descending sweeping alpine bends, you want serious grip! Plus, the lower rolling resistance benefits of 25 and 28mm tyres* mean that road disc aero wheels should be specifically designed around these wider tyres. Accordingly, this wheelset has been designed using schematics and feedback from Schwalbe's own engineers.
(*Especially rider-system benefits, wheel & tyre only tests do not include rider damped losses, and how lower pressures reduce these losses by reducing rider movement. This is a whole other area we will be releasing scientific data on.)
HOW WIDE? 34.5mm!
In the last 9 months, road aero disc-brake rim widths have been creeping out to 30-32mm, with several leading wheel and bike companies realizing the benefits of having a rim wider than the tyre (even a 28mm tyre). This creates the most effective overall aerofoil shape (when considering the wheel and tyre together) and reduces turbulence as airflow transitions into the spoke bed. It is now obvious that disc-brake road rims need to be significantly wider to be at their best aerodynamically. With our experience at HUNT, we knew disc brakes provided us a huge opportunity to smash open this area of wheel development. In autumn 2017, a full year before anyone knew about any other wheel companies’ 30mm+ development, we set about unleashing wheel widths, and HUNT's in-house engineering team designed several 3D-printed prototypes for wind tunnel testing. We worked closely with Europe’s leading bicycle wind tunnel, and over 18 months of painstaking research, design and multiple wind tunnel visits, developed the 34.5mm wide shape for the new 48 Limitless Aero Disc.
WIDE RIM = WEIGHT OR TYRE PROBLEM?
The aero benefits of going wide, can come with downsides, as usually a compromise choice has to be made:
- Go for a wider internal rim of 24 or 25mm = LOSE TYRE COMPATABILITY with 23/25mm tyres from leading brands.
- Choose to add extra carbon material to thicken the sidewalls, in order to maintain the wide aero shape = HEAVY RIM WEIGHT
THE SOLUTION | HUNT LIMITLESS TECHNOLOGY
The HUNT 48 Limitless Aero Disc rim has as much carbon-fibre material and mass as any other comparable road disc wheelset, and far surpasses ISO impact testing. Added to the sidewall area is an extra-strengthening co-molded low density polymer (density only 0.7g/cm3 vs carbon fibre prepreg of 1.6g/cm3) that keeps the weight low whilst allowing the extra width. LIMITLESS is a patent owned by HUNT and developed by HUNT's in-house engineering team, Tom and Pete, and is exclusive to HUNT wheels. So, you can have a wheelset with the world’s fastest aero shape but also impressively low weight.
THE RESULTS…
The wind tunnel data we recorded is shown against the full range of incumbent world-class aero wheels in the charts below. The results speak for themselves. It’s been hard work but it’s been very worthwhile. This process and the knowledge gained from pushing the boundaries of aero wheel development creates huge opportunities to serve you with a wide range of world leading aerodynamic wheels…this is just the beginning! Thank you.
THE DATA
Read the full research white paper showing all technical wind-tunnel testing method details, extensive wind tunnel data and the full range of wheels we tested.
The Mavic WAD calculation is based around Time Trial speeds (45 km/h), we used this as an industry standard to show an unequivocal comparison. Our own road speed (35 km/h) simulations show the extra width of the LIMITLESS wheels provide even greater aerodynamic gains at the wider wind yaw angles that real road riders experience. Please see research white paper for more details.
8.4 Fourth wind tunnel test
The Enve Ses AR 3.4 Disc: In order to complete the test in a timely manner the tests were carried with the front wheels only, mounted on a single wheel turntable and roller, with no bike. Note that the total drag and power values are lower without the presence of a bike.
Figure 17 Drag [g] vs yaw angle [°] from third wind tunnel test showing HUNT 48 LIMITLESS AERO DISC against Enve SES AR3.4, using a variety of tyres.
Read More
The Purpose
HUNT’s wide and stable, wind tunnel-proven aerodynamic wheelset is now available with the groundbreaking Classified Powershift-ready rear hub shell to create a versatile all-round road wheel system for those seeking every benefit that modern cycling techonology can offer.
Wind tunnel proven against world leading wheels. See the research white paper for full technical details of our wind tunnel testing methodology, including data/graphs and the full range of wheels we tested against.
Classified Powershift technology is a wireless shifting system that allows you to shift gears instantly and under full load. With an integrated Powershift rear hub, your riding will benefit from the range and functionality of a front derailleur and 2x drivetrain, while enjoying the simplicity and aero benefits of 1x setup.
HUNT LIMITLESS technology allows for low weight and extra-wide aerodynamics.
Includes FREE H_Care lifetime crash replacement for the first owners of these wheels. Read all about it here.
NOTE: The Classified Powershift internal system and electronics must be supplied by select Classified dealers. This wheelset does not contain the complete system. The rear wheel is delivered with the Classified hub shell, without the Powershift hub internals. Please contact our Rider Experience team with any questions.
Read More
WIDER TYRES & WIDER WHEELS | RIDE FASTER
Leading rim-brake wheels have been at the 27-28mm wide mark for some time, with undisputed aero benefits over narrower designs. However, they are aerodynamically limited by rim brake calipers limiting the maximum width of the brake track. Further, most are optimised for narrower tyres. 23mm tyres used to be the standard… but for us, you and most pro riders, 25/28 and even 30mm tyres are the preferred choice. Let’s face it: when leaning in on the final turn of a mass bunch sprint or descending sweeping alpine bends, you want serious grip! Plus, the lower rolling resistance benefits of 25 and 28mm tyres* mean that road disc aero wheels should be specifically designed around these wider tyres. Accordingly, this wheelset has been designed using schematics and feedback from Schwalbe's own engineers.
(*Especially rider-system benefits, wheel & tyre only tests do not include rider damped losses, and how lower pressures reduce these losses by reducing rider movement. This is a whole other area we will be releasing scientific data on.)
HOW WIDE? 34.5mm!
In the last 9 months, road aero disc-brake rim widths have been creeping out to 30-32mm, with several leading wheel and bike companies realizing the benefits of having a rim wider than the tyre (even a 28mm tyre). This creates the most effective overall aerofoil shape (when considering the wheel and tyre together) and reduces turbulence as airflow transitions into the spoke bed. It is now obvious that disc-brake road rims need to be significantly wider to be at their best aerodynamically. With our experience at HUNT, we knew disc brakes provided us a huge opportunity to smash open this area of wheel development. In autumn 2017, a full year before anyone knew about any other wheel companies’ 30mm+ development, we set about unleashing wheel widths, and HUNT's in-house engineering team designed several 3D-printed prototypes for wind tunnel testing. We worked closely with Europe’s leading bicycle wind tunnel, and over 18 months of painstaking research, design and multiple wind tunnel visits, developed the 34.5mm wide shape for the new 48 Limitless Aero Disc.
WIDE RIM = WEIGHT OR TYRE PROBLEM?
The aero benefits of going wide, can come with downsides, as usually a compromise choice has to be made:
- Go for a wider internal rim of 24 or 25mm = LOSE TYRE COMPATABILITY with 23/25mm tyres from leading brands.
- Choose to add extra carbon material to thicken the sidewalls, in order to maintain the wide aero shape = HEAVY RIM WEIGHT
THE SOLUTION | HUNT LIMITLESS TECHNOLOGY
The HUNT 48 Limitless Aero Disc rim has as much carbon-fibre material and mass as any other comparable road disc wheelset, and far surpasses ISO impact testing. Added to the sidewall area is an extra-strengthening co-molded low density polymer (density only 0.7g/cm3 vs carbon fibre prepreg of 1.6g/cm3) that keeps the weight low whilst allowing the extra width. LIMITLESS is a patent owned by HUNT and developed by HUNT's in-house engineering team, Tom and Pete, and is exclusive to HUNT wheels. So, you can have a wheelset with the world’s fastest aero shape but also impressively low weight.
THE RESULTS…
The wind tunnel data we recorded is shown against the full range of incumbent world-class aero wheels in the charts below. The results speak for themselves. It’s been hard work but it’s been very worthwhile. This process and the knowledge gained from pushing the boundaries of aero wheel development creates huge opportunities to serve you with a wide range of world leading aerodynamic wheels…this is just the beginning! Thank you.
THE DATA
Read the full research white paper showing all technical wind-tunnel testing method details, extensive wind tunnel data and the full range of wheels we tested.
The Mavic WAD calculation is based around Time Trial speeds (45 km/h), we used this as an industry standard to show an unequivocal comparison. Our own road speed (35 km/h) simulations show the extra width of the LIMITLESS wheels provide even greater aerodynamic gains at the wider wind yaw angles that real road riders experience. Please see research white paper for more details.
8.4 Fourth wind tunnel test
The Enve Ses AR 3.4 Disc: In order to complete the test in a timely manner the tests were carried with the front wheels only, mounted on a single wheel turntable and roller, with no bike. Note that the total drag and power values are lower without the presence of a bike.
Figure 17 Drag [g] vs yaw angle [°] from third wind tunnel test showing HUNT 48 LIMITLESS AERO DISC against Enve SES AR3.4, using a variety of tyres.
Read More
Key Features
THE FASTEST WHEELSET IS THE SUM OF THE FASTEST PARTS
- LIMITLESS Rims | 700c Wind tunnel developed, features disc-specific, unidirectional T24/30 rims, offering 22.5mm internal and 35mm external widths, and a 48mm u-shape aero profile.
- Tyres | Aerodynamically optimised for wider 25-28c tyres. Tubeless-ready for lower weight and rolling resistance, featuring H-Lock technology for easy and secure tubeless installation. LIMITLESS wheels have a hooked sidewall and are suitable for all clincher road tyres, including Continental.
- Sprint Front Hub | Classified Powershift Rear Hub Shell | SPRINT straight-pull centre-lock front hub, combined with the Powershift rear hub shell. The Powershift hub offers unrivalled shift quality, high gearing range and small steps in between gears combining the benefits of both 1x and 2x drivetrains. Center-lock brake mount. Please note: If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
- Elliptical Wing Spokes | Pillar Wing 20 spokes with aerofoil profile. Tested and proven to provide aerodynamic advantage over flat or bladed options both from Pillar and other competitors.
- Axles | Easily adaptable & we fit them for you. Fit all current axle sizes and are easy to change; Front - QR, Bolt thru 12/9mm, Rear - Bolt thru 12x142. Powershift System (including rear axle) not included.
- Hand-built | All of our wheels are built and finished by hand, inclusive of a full quality control inspection.
- Included | Tubeless tape & valves, spare spokes
- Weight | 1,501g (Including Powershift rear hub shell)
- See the full specs here
The Experts' View
Full Specs
Rims
- Wind tunnel tested, aerodynamically optimised for 25-28c tyres
- Disc-specific tubeless-ready profile
- H-lock bead-seat up-kicks for easy and secure tubeless installation
- Unidirectional T24/30 carbon fibre with 3K weave re-enforced spoke holes
- 35mm outer and 22.5mm inner width
- 48mm depth
- Matt black base finished with matt white contrasting graphics.
Spokes
- Pillar Wing 20 with Aerofoil profile
- 20 front and 24 rear laced 2 cross.
- Aero Butted 2.0-2.2/0.95-2.0 then PSR section is 2.2.
- Straight-pull for excellent torsional strength and direct power transfer
- Cold drawn from high grade T302 (18/10) stainless steel wire by Sandvik Sweden
- Patented Pillar Spoke Re-enforcement, butted again just before the spoke head providing more durability in high stress area.
- Black stainless treatment
Nipples
- Alloy square body for external adjustment and square head for easy internal adjustment/tensioning.
- 16mm length with washer for a strong connection to the spoke added durability.
- 14 gauge.
- Black anodized finish.
Tyres Info
- Fully compliant with ETRTO tubeless road guidelines for 23/25/28mm+ road tyres. As with all our current HUNT rims, the LIMITLESS wheels have a normal hooked sidewall and are suitable for all clincher road tyres including Continental.
- Maximum tyre pressure for this rim is 100psi when used with 25-28mm tyres. 100 psi is more than enough for any rider on road. Click here to listen to a podcast exploring the science of why lower pressures were found to be faster by pro teams.
- Maximum tyre pressures for other tyre sizes: 30mm - 32mm do not exceed 70psi, 33mm do not exceed 50psi, 35-45mm do not exceed 45psi, 45-50mm do not exceed 40psi.
- Please do not exceed the maximum pressure stated on your tyre.
- Suitable for tyres from 23mm up to 50mm wide.
- Suitable tubeless road, gravel and CX tyres are available from a huge range of companies.
Axle Sizes
These wheels are available with the following 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 Only
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
- Forged and CNC’d 6061-T6 heat treated aluminium alloy body.
- 7075-T6 aluminium alloy axles.
- Polished anodized black finish with laser graphics.
- Center-lock disc mount. If you require a 6 bolt adaptor you can purchase separately here
Rear Hub
- Classified Powershift Rear Hub Shell Only. Rear 12x142 Bolt Thru Only (Not included)
Bearings
- High-grade Japanese EZO 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 tyres 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.
Reviews
Bike Magazine and Website Experts' Views
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"Road CC Editor's Choice""Hunt says its 48 Limitless Aero Disc wheels are the fastest disc brake-compatible road wheels up to and including 50mm deep, thanks to its patented Limitless technology. Going wide is the key apparently, and going by the way they perform out in the real world, Hunt could really be on to something. These wheels are quick!". |
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"HUNT Limitless 48 Aero Disc Review: Wide and Stable""Super stable, reliable, fast, and with open tyre compatibility, the Limitless 48 Aero Disc wheels have plenty to offer without asking a huge price in return." |
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220 Triathlon 91% ReviewOn the road, these hoops lived up to their name, feeling markedly faster than our older Specialized Roval C38 discs. They roll remarkably well at 40km/h and beyond, needing what felt like less power to hold those speeds when compared to similar wheelsets we’ve tested. |
In the Box
Contents
- HUNT Black Shield tubeless rim tape fitted to wheels.
- Tubeless Valves
- Spare of each spoke plus nipples
- Quality control card signed by your wheel builder
Classified x HUNT 48 Limitless Aero Disc Wheelset
48 Deep | 35 Wide Ext | 22.5 Wide Int |1,501g (Including Classified Powershift rear hub shell)
Order by 3pm for Next Day Delivery*
Our wheels are in high demand, don't miss out. Order now.
*If shown in stock. 1-3 days for tyre fitting.
