DT Swiss G 1800 CLASSIC DB 20 Gravel Front Wheel 28"/700C

Follow new paths and broaden your horizons.
The G 1800 CLASSIC 20 front wheel represents the entry into DT Swiss’ special wheel family and opens the door to a completely new world away from tarmac and paved roads. With a generous 150 kg system weight and classic J-bend spokes, you are not easily overloaded even with a lot of luggage, and replacement spokes are available practically everywhere. 

The stable aluminium rim with its wider, angular rim profile for weight reduction and increased durability is excellently suited for your first adventures on gravel roads. In this way, it perfectly combines riding dynamics with fun without burdening your budget. A generous inner rim width of 26 mm additionally provides a large tyre volume, which takes the comfort on demanding gravel roads to a new level.

Optimised for use with powerful disc brakes, the rim rotates around the proven DT 370 front hub that guarantees a smooth ride wherever you go thanks to robust bearings. Aerodynamic DT Swiss aero spokes give the entire wheel system a perfect balance of comfort and stiffness. 

For maximum off-road performance, the DT Swiss G 1800 CLASSIC DB 20 wheel also offers excellent tubeless compatibility. When used without tubes, you’ll benefit from less weight, improved puncture resistance, reduced rolling resistance and increased comfort, since you can ride with lower air pressure on unpaved roads.


Technologies:

• TUBELESS:
All DT Swiss wheels are tubeless ready. The profiles of the DT Swiss rims are specially designed for tubeless use. The rim profile makes it easier to fit the right tyre and ensures a perfect fit. The tubeless system of the rim consists of DT Swiss tubeless ready tape for sealing and a DT Swiss tubeless valve in a length that complies with the rim. When using tubeless ready tyres, a compatible sealant must be used. However, it is also possible to use a conventional combination of tyre and inner tube.

• BEARINGS:
Having learned from years of experience, DT Swiss only uses durable cartridge bearings without bearing play adjustment. DT Swiss hubs are designed to have the optimum axial and radial bearing play when they are properly installed. The correct preload of the bearings to compensate for the clamping force of the wheel mounting system is the basis for a play-free hub with minimum friction.

• PRO LOCK®:
DT Pro Lock® prevents the spoke-nipple connection from loosening. In the Pro Lock® process, a special dual component adhesive is injected into the nipple thread, allowing for extremely durable wheel builds. By threading the nipple onto the spoke the adhesive is activated and then hardens completely within a few hours. Re-truing the wheel is possible, yet it will cause a slight decrease in the adhesive power each time.


Technical details:

Rim:
• Wheel size: 28”
• Rim material: aluminium
• Rim type: clincher (symmetrical)
• Brake type: disc brake
• Rim depth: 20 mm
• Rim width: 30 mm
• Inner rim width: 26 mm
• ETRTO: 622 – 26
• Valve type: Presta (Ø 6.5 mm)
• Tubeless capability: yes (tubeless ready) 
• Suitable for tyre widths: 35 - 71 mm (recommended max. tyre width: 60 mm)

Spokes and nipples:
• Spoke type: DT competition®
• Number of spokes: 28 pieces
• Lacing: 3-cross
• Nipples: DT Swiss Pro Lock® Squorx ProHeadbrass

Hub body:
• Series: 370, CLASSIC, 2 sealed cartridge bearings
• Brake type: Disc brakes
• Hub body: aluminium 
• Brake disc mount: CenterLock (IS 6-bolt via adapter, product code: 2283716)

Axle:
• Front wheel: 12 x 100 mm (thru axle)

Weight:
• Weight: approx. 865 g

Clearance: 
• ASTM classification: 2 (suitable for use on and off the road and for drops of up to 15 cm)
• Max. system weight: 150 kg (cyclist, bike, gear and luggage)
• E-bike release: yes (for licence-free pedelecs up to 25 km/h pedal assistance)


In the box:
• 1 DT Swiss G 1800 CLASSIC DB 20 front wheel
• 1 DT Swiss Tubeless Ready rim tape 29 mm (fitted)
• 1 DT Swiss tubeless valve 18-25 mm

Manufacturer: DT Swiss AG, Längfeldweg 101, 2504 Biel, Switzerland, www.dtswiss.com
Responsible person: MERIDA & CENTURION Germany GmbH, Blumenstraße 49-51, 71106 Magstadt, Germany, www.mcg-parts.de