RITCHEY Classic Zeta Wheels (SHIMANO HG) | Rim Brake Wheels Fusing Classic Beauty and Modern Performance

The presence of high-polish silver. RITCHEY's classic wheelset, compatible with road to gravel.

The polished silver gleam further enhances the appeal of chromoly frames and classic bikes. RITCHEY Classic Zeta Wheels are a rim brake specific wheelset that exquisitely combines timeless, beautiful wheel design with modern riding performance and serviceability.

The 23.8mm high aluminum rim features a 20mm inner width and accommodates tires from 25 to 45mm, covering a wide range of uses from the nimble ride of a road bike to gravel rides and touring. Furthermore, the rear rim adopts OCR™ (Offset Center Rim) to equalize left and right spoke tension, achieving high durability and stable rigidity.

The hub uses RITCHEY's proprietary Phantom Flange Hub. While boasting a refined appearance like a straight-pull hub, it ensures high serviceability and durability with J-bend spokes.

The rear hub internally features a 36-point Ratchet Driver, providing direct acceleration performance and smooth power transmission. The freehub and ratchet mechanism can be maintained without tools. It is meticulously designed in every detail as a wheel that can be enjoyed for a long time.

Features

• High-polish silver finish unique to the Classic line
• 700c tubeless-ready aluminum rim
• OCR™ offset rim equalizes spoke tension
• 20mm inner width accommodates 25-45mm tires
• Excellent serviceability and durability thanks to Phantom Flange hubs
• Highly efficient power transfer with 36-point Ratchet Driver
• Freehub and ratchet system can be removed and attached without tools
• Hand-built finish by RITCHEY technicians

SPEC

• Rim: Aluminum / Tubeless Ready / OCR Rear / CNC machined brake surface
• Rim Diameter: 700c
• Rim Depth: 23.8mm
• Rim Outer Width: 24.4mm
• Rim Inner Width: 20.0mm
• Recommended Tire Width: 25-45mm
• Hub: Phantom Flange Hub (QR specific)
• Freehub: Ratchet Driver (36 points)
• Freehub Standard: Shimano HG 9-12 speed compatible
• Wheel Standard: Rim brake specific
• Spokes: DT Competition 2.0/1.8 (silver)
• Spoke Count: Front 20H / Rear 24H
• Nipples: 2.0 Brass 12mm (silver)
• Hub Spacing: Front 100mm / Rear 130mm
• Weight: 1630g (front and rear set)
• Included: RITCHEY QR levers
• Color: High-polish silver
• Note: Sealant containing ammonia components is not to be used

Among the increasingly limited choices of high-quality rim brake wheels, this model stands out for its completeness. The first thing that catches the eye is the beauty of the high-polish finish, which pairs perfectly with chromoly road bikes and gravel bikes.

Beyond its looks, its performance is also solid, and thanks to the even spoke tension provided by the OCR rim, the balance of rigidity and durability is exceptional. It is recommended not only for road riding but also for those who want to enjoy touring and gravel riding with wider tires.

Another attractive feature is that maintenance around the ratchet and freehub can be performed without tools. This wheelset is definitely for those who want to choose a wheel for long-term use and those who seek both a classic look and modern performance.