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1,343 g. Baccara X 42 / 42 is our Performance carbon road wheelset for rolling and hilly terrain.
It brings DUKE’s dynamic character to a proven and more accessible carbon platform, with the speed, reliability and consistency required for modern road riding.
This Ready to Ride build features DUKE Core hubs, a differentiated SAPIM CX-Ray front / CX-Sprint rear spoke setup and a SRAM XDR freehub body (also available with Shimano HG11).
Key technologies & features:
Result:
A rolling and hilly terrain wheelset delivering high everyday performance without stepping into the ultra-premium Elite tier.
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Technology

A design optimized for the demands of road and gravel riding
- Aerospace-grade resin and optimized carbon fiber lay-up
- Up to 10% lighter and stronger than the previous SLR1 version
- Tuned vertical compliance for more comfort and responsiveness

Hooked rim design
- Optimized for road and gravel tire pressures
- Ensures secure bead retention
- Wider internal width offers aerodynamic benefits

A varnish-free finish process
- Reduces VOC emissions and carbon dust during production
- More scratch-resistant surface
- Naturally glossy finish

Asymmetrical spoke lacing
- Balances spoke tension on both sides
- Improves lateral stiffness, stability, and long-term durability
- No added weight

Anti-burp and anti-debeading system
- Specially designed inner rim hooks lock the tire beads securely
- Eliminates air loss under heavy cornering or compression
- Prevents tire debeading, even in the event of a puncture

Tubeless-compatible rim design
- Compatible with UST and Tubeless Ready standards
- Also compatible with tube-type (clincher) setups