I have HED's Jet 6 Blacks and their carbon Emporia GC3 Pro gravel wheels. I switched the Jet's from the white decal to the black. I really like the subtle aesthetics and the performance of course. The one downside is that the aluminum freehub body is susceptible to cassette bite but this is the norm for most wheels.
Its 2024 and its still underated. HED need to update their logo. It looks dated and loud. I like the simple line designs they had from 2016. Presentation is everything.
I thought pawl system actually has lower rolling resistance than ratchet system. Thanks for the review. Very honest. I prefer reliability & durability rather than flashy wheels honestly.
Hi Ronnie, I noticed you mentioned that you've had Roval Rapides in the past on your bikes. How would you say the RC6s hold up against the Rapides? I've been very happy with mine, but for a new bike build I've been looking at the HED wheels a an alternative. Thank you in advance!
Any thoughts on HED Vanquish RC6 Pro vs Zipp 454 NSW? Would you still pick the HED over the latter ones? Looking for aero wheels suitable for both flat bits as well as some modest hills.
Great review. Thanks! I currently ride Campag WTO 45 on 25 tires and looking for a set of 28mm optimized wheels. Looks like the HED Pro is the only one out there... I was really getting confused about Enve SES 4.5 or Zipp NSW 454. Everyone says something different on how they compare and which is better, after just a few days or weeks of riding. Then I was looking at the Bora Ultra 60 and Swissside Ultimate… ugh…. Looks like I’ll seriously look at the HED Pro 60 because after following you for years, I know you are extremely picky on equipment 👍🏻. Not just about marginal gains but also about how they really perform after a very lengthy time of usage.
@@ronykuba This is directly quoted from their customer service e-mail: "We only have EKAR 13 speed. This system is supposed to be designed to work with 11 and 12 speed - with proper adaptors. The reality is that 11 and 12 often do not work with our EKAR hub." I am in Budapest and no one near here either sells or provides service HED. 😞
@@wss327 well, that is false. I was riding SR EPS on my Tarmac in 2021 with HED wheels. As I said, I have the freehubs in stock. Also, I am 40km from Budapest, which I don’t think is a huge deal if you need service.
Hi Ronny, HED has set, what seem to be, very low maximum tire pressure ratings for it's Vanquish wheels, e.g., 28 mm tire is max 66 psi. Is this something that you adhere to or have to pushed these recommended limits and gone higher? I just bought a pair of RC4 Pros without knowing these limits. Thank you, Stephen
@@ronykuba and this is the speed balance from silica or is it from another company? I was debating getting them, but I don't think 50mm is deep enough to even use it
I used to own the Jet version but they rode like aluminum wheels. ( they have aluminum wheels inside the carbon ). Anyways, I wanted to upgrade to full carbon but they so not sell full carbon in rim brake. I ended up with enve 5.6 and could not be happier. It would be good if they could offer rim brake. Not everyone likes disc
Well the Jet6s are faster and more stable than the Enves, with a wider internal width = better tire support. Plus the braking is far superior thanks to the machined aluminium brake surface. This “ride like aluminium wheels” is the typical clueless carbon snobbery. Just because something is “full carbon” doesn’t mean it’s better, that’s why HED never made them.
@@ronykuba I had full carbon dt swiss wheels (rim brake) which I very much liked, I had many other brands like Mavic. But then i bought a pair of Heds (aluminium with the carbon cover) and they are AMAZING, super stable, fast and the braking is perfect, much better than all the other full carbon wheels I had. SO for me it's a no brainer.
For those still using alloy rim brake clinchers, HED’s Ardennes series wheels are awesome.
I have HED's Jet 6 Blacks and their carbon Emporia GC3 Pro gravel wheels. I switched the Jet's from the white decal to the black. I really like the subtle aesthetics and the performance of course. The one downside is that the aluminum freehub body is susceptible to cassette bite but this is the norm for most wheels.
Its 2024 and its still underated. HED need to update their logo. It looks dated and loud. I like the simple line designs they had from 2016. Presentation is everything.
I agree with the first part. Customer wheels come with black logos.
I've had some good luck with Yoeleo. I'm above the weight limit and they have stayed true for over 3000km now
My demands are a bit higher than staying true 🙂
I thought pawl system actually has lower rolling resistance than ratchet system. Thanks for the review. Very honest. I prefer reliability & durability rather than flashy wheels honestly.
A lot depends on the grease used
Hi Ronnie, I noticed you mentioned that you've had Roval Rapides in the past on your bikes. How would you say the RC6s hold up against the Rapides? I've been very happy with mine, but for a new bike build I've been looking at the HED wheels a an alternative. Thank you in advance!
They are more stable, faster and more durable.
Thoughts on HED vs ENVE rim brake clinchers?
I also have the HED Jet wheels. Still happy with them.
Nice to hear that!
Any thoughts on HED Vanquish RC6 Pro vs Zipp 454 NSW? Would you still pick the HED over the latter ones? Looking for aero wheels suitable for both flat bits as well as some modest hills.
Yes I would.
What about the AeroCoach AEOX® ZEPHYR aero wheels that you reviewed a few years back, would you still buy them today?
I prefer HED
Great review. Thanks! I currently ride Campag WTO 45 on 25 tires and looking for a set of 28mm optimized wheels. Looks like the HED Pro is the only one out there... I was really getting confused about Enve SES 4.5 or Zipp NSW 454. Everyone says something different on how they compare and which is better, after just a few days or weeks of riding. Then I was looking at the Bora Ultra 60 and Swissside Ultimate… ugh…. Looks like I’ll seriously look at the HED Pro 60 because after following you for years, I know you are extremely picky on equipment 👍🏻. Not just about marginal gains but also about how they really perform after a very lengthy time of usage.
Thanks! Can´t go wrong with HED
@@ronykuba unfortunately they don’t have a free hub for the Campag SR EPS and really hard for service in EU.
@@wss327 well, they do and I have them in stock. Don’t know what do you mean about service, but I am servicing them for customers regularly.
@@ronykuba This is directly quoted from their customer service e-mail: "We only have EKAR 13 speed. This system is supposed to be designed to work with 11 and 12 speed - with proper adaptors. The reality is that 11 and 12 often do not work with our EKAR hub."
I am in Budapest and no one near here either sells or provides service HED. 😞
@@wss327 well, that is false. I was riding SR EPS on my Tarmac in 2021 with HED wheels. As I said, I have the freehubs in stock. Also, I am 40km from Budapest, which I don’t think is a huge deal if you need service.
Whats the difference from the vanquish RC Pro and the Jet RC Pro?
The rim construction
Hi Ronny, HED has set, what seem to be, very low maximum tire pressure ratings for it's Vanquish wheels, e.g., 28 mm tire is max 66 psi. Is this something that you adhere to or have to pushed these recommended limits and gone higher? I just bought a pair of RC4 Pros without knowing these limits. Thank you, Stephen
I ride whatever comes from my pressure calculations
@@ronykuba thanks!
I just got mine from liquidation sale of Mybikeship. Have the exact same questions
Wankwish 😂
It still gets me!
Bruuh😂💀💀
No Campagnolo which is a bit sad.
And very practical
I have a pair aof Jet 6 black and 2 pairs of Ardennes. I'm very satisfied, and their prices are more acceptable than some other brands.
Nice!
How is your black brake track holding up? Still black?
I love my HED wheels. I have the HED Jet RC5 Plus and the price I paid for them I am very happy with. I would love to upgrade to the pro though
I see that you have the speed balance, do you find that they make a difference?
Yes
@@ronykuba and this is the speed balance from silica or is it from another company? I was debating getting them, but I don't think 50mm is deep enough to even use it
@@0RANGOTANG Silca. There’s no correlation between rim depth and imbalance.
@@ronykuba alright, i'll look into them then
I have used HED’s for around 20 years - best aero and bang for your buck! Real science not marketing bullshit
Agreed!
Why is on all the photos on their site the logo is black is it a sticker over the white or ?
They’re just stickers. You can get them jn white or black.
@@ronykuba so its 2 layers of stickers black and white? Or the white is painted? Sorry my english not so good.
@@disloyalyou5455 no, nothing is painted. It’s either this or that.
@@ronykuba so you can go full black rim with out any branding? Sorry for the questions!😅
@@disloyalyou5455 yes
I've been using yeoleo and farsports.
It would be great to see some testing with the Notio.
Will do!
I used to own the Jet version but they rode like aluminum wheels. ( they have aluminum wheels inside the carbon ). Anyways, I wanted to upgrade to full carbon but they so not sell full carbon in rim brake. I ended up with enve 5.6 and could not be happier. It would be good if they could offer rim brake. Not everyone likes disc
Well the Jet6s are faster and more stable than the Enves, with a wider internal width = better tire support. Plus the braking is far superior thanks to the machined aluminium brake surface. This “ride like aluminium wheels” is the typical clueless carbon snobbery. Just because something is “full carbon” doesn’t mean it’s better, that’s why HED never made them.
@@ronykuba I had full carbon dt swiss wheels (rim brake) which I very much liked, I had many other brands like Mavic. But then i bought a pair of Heds (aluminium with the carbon cover) and they are AMAZING, super stable, fast and the braking is perfect, much better than all the other full carbon wheels I had. SO for me it's a no brainer.
@@V0skAnian thanks for sharing
Great vid, would like to see a follow up on the RC8/RCD! I just bought a pair for by triathlon bike.
Thanks, Will do.
altos is my fav
hed wheels is awesome,
Igen, az 80-ish kerem
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you used to be so stealthy on look, now you turn into another hippy biker...
Not many countries have black striped flags, and brands need visibility.