Garda DS

Front
Rear
Hub

Front
Rear
Hub

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Garda DS
30mm Profile Alloy Clincher Wheelset

Previously only available to select markets, the Garda is now available to the public. The Garda is a robust, smooth-rolling wheel that can provide the longevity of a training wheel with the heart of a racing wheel. A simple and classic setup of a low profile pinned rim laced to a cartridge bearing hub with a sexy new duplex spoke pattern lays the foundation of a great wheel that just keeps on going, mile after mile and year after year.

Specifications

Rim (size)	700C	700C
	Front	Rear
ETRTO	15-622	15-622
Rim Type	Pinned 6061 Clincher	Pinned 6061 Clincher
Rim Finish	Matt Black (Anodized)	Matt Black (Anodized)
Spokes	20 (Paired)	24 (Paired)
Shape	3.2mm Aero	3.2mm Aero
Material	Sandvik Stainless Steel	Sandvik Stainless Steel
Nipple Material+Gauge	Brass 14G	Brass 14G
Spoke Brace	n/a	No
Lacing	Radial (Duplex Spoke Pattern)	2-Cross (Duplex Spoke Pattern)
Hub
Bearings (#)	2 Cartridge	2 Cartridge +2 C&C
Freehub Type	n/a	Shimano
Freehub Switchable	n/a	No
Freehub Material	n/a	Steel
Axle Width (O.L.D.)	100mm	130mm
Axle Material	Alloy	Cr-Mo
Skewer Type	QR	QR
Weight (no skewer)	925g*	1220g* (Shimano)

* Weighed with rim tape, no skewers.

Compatible with the Shimano 11 speed standard as well as 9 and 10 speed cassettes.

Hub

Garda Hubs

The Garda uses two types of bearings in the rear hub. Two cartridge bearings complement two high quality Cup and Cone bearings. Replaceable ball bearings offer incredible longevity and impressive smoothness, while the cartridge bearings offer easy replacement. Together, the four bearings provide a stable feel and improve power transfer, especially for sprinting and climbing. The freebody also has a grease port for easy maintenance.