H PLUS SON THE HYDRA 23mm | Tubeless-ready rim for free riding in the disc brake era
H PLUS SON's first disc-specific rim, designed to maximize the performance of wider tires on both paved roads and gravel.
With the blurring lines between road and gravel bikes, and more riders enjoying a wider range of terrains with a single bike, wheels now require versatility to handle any road surface.
The H PLUS SON THE HYDRA was developed to meet these modern riding styles, becoming the brand's first disc brake specific rim. With a wide inner rim width of 25mm, it pairs exceptionally well with 32c to 45c tires.
It is also tubeless-ready, allowing for lower pressure settings to improve comfort and traction. It supports a wide range of uses, from high-speed cruising on paved roads to gravel rides, cyclocross, and touring.
Utilizing high-quality G609 aluminum alloy, it achieves an excellent balance of lightness and rigidity. It is a modern, all-round rim highly praised by wheel builders.
Features
- H PLUS SON's first disc brake specific rim
- Wide profile design with 25mm inner rim width
- Excellent compatibility with 32c to 45c tires
- Tubeless-ready for low-pressure operation
- Achieves both lightweight and high rigidity with G609 aluminum alloy
- Supports a wide range of terrains from paved roads to gravel
- Ideal for cyclocross, gravel roads, and touring
- Available in 28H and 32H for versatile wheel building
- Disc-specific design eliminates concerns about brake track wear
SPEC
- Model: THE HYDRA 700C (HYD)
- Standard: 700C
- Compatible Brakes: Disc brake specific
- Spoke Holes: 28H / 32H
- Rim Height: 23mm
- Weight: Approx. 440g (700C, anodized)
- Material: G609 Aluminum Alloy
- Tubeless Ready compatible
- Recommended Tire Width: 32c~45c
When mounting tires 32c or wider, you can really feel the benefits of this rim width. The tire shape is more stable, leading to predictable handling on paved roads and a high sense of security on gravel.
The disc-specific design is also appealing because it allows for long-term use without worrying about the brake track. It offers a high degree of freedom for wheel building, capable of handling everything from lightweight wheels for gravel races to robust wheels for bikepacking and touring.
