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Gain an advantage against the wind with the DT Swiss ARC 1100 DICUT DB 55 WTS front. Its 55 mm carbon rim and 29 mm Continental AERO 111 tyre form a package designed to optimise aerodynamics, efficiency, and stability at high speed. Its 22 mm internal width effectively accommodates modern road tyres, while the 180 DICUT hub and its SINC ceramic bearings promote particularly smooth rotation. A Continental TPU inner tube completes this ready-to-ride setup.
The DT Swiss ARC 1100 DICUT DB 55 WTS front belongs to the third generation of high-end aerodynamic wheels from the Swiss brand. It is aimed at competitors and demanding cyclists looking for a fast, stable, and versatile wheel for road racing, cyclosportives, and triathlon.
Its 55 mm profile helps to reduce aerodynamic drag while maintaining handling suitable for varied courses. Less specialised than a 65 or 85 mm wheel, it can be used on the flat, on climbs, and on hilly routes.
This WTS version, for Wheel Tire System, combines the wheel with a tyre chosen to work efficiently with the width and profile of the rim. This approach considers the rim and tyre as a single system to improve airflow around the wheel.
The front wheel is fitted with a Continental AERO 111 in 29-622, while the corresponding rear wheel uses a 30 mm GP5000 S TR. This differentiated setup addresses the specific constraints of each position: aerodynamics and directional stability at the front, efficiency and traction at the rear.
The Continental AERO 111 was developed to improve the aerodynamic performance of the front wheel. Its 29 mm section forms a coherent transition with the 28 mm external width rim to better control airflow.
Its positioning at the front allows for work on air penetration, but also on the wheel's behaviour when the wind comes from a side angle. This allows the cyclist to more easily maintain their position and trajectory at high speed.
The wheel also comes with a Continental TPU inner tube. This material is lighter and more compact than traditional butyl, which helps to limit the weight of the setup while retaining the ease of use of a system with an inner tube.
This setup is ready to use after installing the disc and adjusting the pressure. It offers a practical solution for cyclists who do not wish to use sealant.
The 55 mm rim height offers an excellent compromise between aerodynamic efficiency, weight, and control. It allows you to gain speed on rolling sections without making the wheel excessively heavy or difficult to handle.
This profile is particularly suitable for courses that mix flat sections, false flats, climbs, and fast descents. At the front, it remains easier to control than a very deep rim when conditions become changeable or windy.
The carbon rim adopts a V-shaped profile developed to accommodate a wider internal width without compromising aerodynamic performance. Its geometry promotes a smooth transition between the tyre and the rim to limit airflow disruption.
The external width reaches 28 mm. It pairs particularly well with the supplied 29 mm AERO 111 tyre and contributes to forming an aerodynamically coherent unit.
The third generation of the ARC 1100 DICUT 55 benefits from an internal width of 22 mm. This dimension provides a wider base for the tyre and contributes to the stability of its profile.
It also allows for increased air volume, improved comfort, and reduced pressure compared to older narrow setups. The tyre can thus better absorb road irregularities and maintain a reassuring contact patch in corners.
The rim uses a Hooked Tubeless construction, i.e., with hooks. It can be used with the supplied tyre and TPU inner tube or fitted with a compatible tubeless setup.
The 25 mm tubeless rim tape and the aluminium tubeless valve are included. To convert the setup, simply remove the inner tube and add a compatible sealant, following the manufacturers' pressure recommendations.
The wheel is built around the DT Swiss 180 DICUT hub, the brand's top-of-the-range road model. Its construction prioritises lightness, stiffness, and precision to ensure stable behaviour in corners, descents, and during braking phases.
The DICUT architecture optimises the interface between the hub and the aerodynamic spokes. It helps to limit the size of components exposed to the wind and contributes to the aerodynamic coherence of the wheel.
The 180 DICUT hub incorporates SINC Ceramic bearings. Their silicon nitride balls are designed to reduce rolling resistance and offer excellent resistance to wear and corrosion.
This technology contributes to the smooth rotation of the front wheel and its very high-end positioning. Proper maintenance is still necessary to preserve the quality of the bearings over the long term.
The wheel uses DT Aerolite II T-Head spokes. Their flat profile reduces the surface area exposed to the air, while their specific head facilitates alignment and limits the risk of rotation during assembly.
The two-cross lacing pattern distributes the stresses related to braking and changes of direction. The DT Pro Lock aluminium nipples are hidden inside the rim to preserve the aerodynamics and aesthetics of the whole.
The front wheel plays an essential role in the steering and stability of the bike. Its profile, tyre, and lacing must offer sufficient stiffness to maintain a precise trajectory, especially on fast descents and sharp corners.
The 55 mm profile is a balanced choice here. It provides a significant aerodynamic advantage while remaining more accessible than a very deep wheel when crosswinds pick up.
The wheel is compatible with brake discs using the Center Lock standard. This system ensures a rigid attachment and makes it easy to mount or replace the disc using the appropriate tool.
The disc and its lockring are not listed among the supplied accessories. It is therefore necessary to choose a disc compatible with the bike's braking system and to check the type of lockring required.
The hub is designed for a fork using a 12 x 100 mm thru-axle, which has become the standard on the majority of modern road bikes with disc brakes.
The thru-axle helps to position the wheel precisely in the fork and to maintain a consistent alignment between the disc and the caliper. The axle itself is usually supplied with the bike or fork.
The wheel, the 29 mm Continental AERO 111 tyre, and the TPU inner tube have a total claimed weight of 1,002 g. The wheel alone, in its version without tyre or inner tube, is claimed at 687 g.
The maximum authorised weight for the entire system is 110 kg. This value includes the cyclist, the bike, the equipment, and any luggage.
The wheel is supplied with its Continental AERO 111 tyre, TPU inner tube, a wheel bag, a valve guard, 25 mm tubeless rim tape, and an aluminium tubeless valve.
Before the first use, it is still necessary to install a compatible Center Lock disc, mount the wheel in the fork, and adjust the tyre pressure to the cyclist's weight, the terrain, and the conditions.
The DT Swiss ARC 1100 DICUT DB 55 WTS front stands out mainly for the coherence of its rim-tyre package. The 29 mm Continental AERO 111 effectively complements the 55 mm profile to seek speed and stability without tipping over into a too-specialised wheel. We also appreciate its 180 hub with ceramic bearings and its versatility on hilly courses. An excellent choice for competitors wanting a fast and reassuring front wheel.
| Product Name | DT Swiss ARC 1100 CL 55 AV |
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| Original Product Name | ARC 1100 CL 55 AV |
| SKU | WARC110AIDXCA27480 |
| Bar code | 7613052546308 |
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| Gender | Mixed |
| Brand | DT Swiss |
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