They do have a sense of humor but at HED we're serious about fast wheels. The superb speed aerodynamics and cornering of the standard Stingers are improved with a weight saving FR package of Titanium skewers Titanium ratchet ring and carbon hub shells. The new Stinger 6 marks the start of a new era for aero wheels. Tested and perfected for a full 10 days in the wind tunnel the prototypes came out the other side with a brand new rim profile. At 15º wind angle the new Stinger has 100g less drag than the ’08 model. With a15º stall angle the Stinger 6s go faster in a wider range of wind conditions than ever before. When side winds kick up they handle very well. The new shape is such an improvement that the 60mm deep Stinger 6 handles more like a 45mm deep wheel in a crosswind. Tire efficiency cornering speed handling strength and stiffness and even comfort are all important factors for overall speed. All have been addressed in the Stinger 6. The C2 tire well secures the tire in a wider and slightly deeper “cradle”. With increased support of the tire carcass sidewall flexion is reduced and less flexion vastly increases cornering stability and general handling. It also improves tire efficiency. One hard corner at speed will show you just how much the C2 well decreases tire wash under heavy loading. Specifications include a C2 tire well bladed CX ray spokes and Sonic hubs. Skewer and a valve extender included. Tubular only. Available with Power Tap PRO+ SL+ and SLC+ hubs. Stinger wheels are designed for 23mm tires. Aerodynamically this is the optimum width. The Hed C2 tire well is most impact resistant with 23mm or larger tires. HED does not recommend narrower tires using a tire less than 23mm will void the warranty. This aero tubular wheelset weighs 1295 grams / pair. Blue hub body with black and white rims.
