HED Belgium C2 Clincher Rim

The HED Belgium C2 Clincher is a 23mm wide aluminum rim that's used in the Bastogne wheelset. The goals of the wider rim are either to accommodate wider tires, or when paired with 23c tires, to create a tire profile similar to a tubular.

HED named their C2 series rims after the lower coefficient of rolling resistance (Crr) and higher aerodynamics (Cda) provided by the 23mm wide rims. With 23c tires, the C2 rim creates a constant tire profile, rather than getting pinched into the rim. The overall ride quality is improved and the result is tubular-like ride quality from a clincher tire. The smooth transition from the tire to the edge of the rim allows laminar air flow and lower aerodynamic drag.

For riders wanting a slightly wider tire, we like the Vittoria Open Pave Evo CG clincher tire with the HED Belgium C2 rim.

The HED Belgium has all the benefits of a tubular tire (smooth ride quality, lower rolling resistance) with the convenience of a clincher tire (ease of installation, easy to repair a flat, low cost).

Ideal use: road racing, cyclocross racing, training and climbing.

Additional information:

• Weight: 475g
• Hole count: 18, 24, 28, 32
• Rim depth: 24mm
• Width: 23mm
• Color: Black
• Recommended tire width: 23mm and greater
• ERD: 592