DUKE World Runner 25 – Aluminium Gravel Wheels Handbuilt by SH Race

Versatile aluminium wheels for gravel and road

The DUKE World Runner 25 wheels handbuilt by SH Race are designed for cyclists looking for an aluminium wheelset suitable for several disciplines. Their intended uses include gravel, cyclocross and road riding, as well as road tandem.

With a claimed weight of 1560 g per pair, they offer a versatile configuration for riders who alternate between paved roads and unpaved terrain without necessarily using multiple wheelsets.

DUKE World Runner 25 rim with 22 mm internal width

The DUKE World Runner 25 rim is made from aluminium and features a 25 mm deep profile. Its 22 mm internal width provides tyre volume, a particularly relevant characteristic for gravel and cyclocross riding.

The wheels can be used with either tubeless tyres or inner tubes, allowing riders to choose the setup that best suits their requirements.

Asymmetric rim with a 2 mm offset

The World Runner 25 uses an asymmetric rim profile with a 2 mm offset. This design helps achieve a better balance in spoke tension between the two sides of the wheel.

This is particularly relevant for a handbuilt wheelset, where rim geometry contributes directly to achieving a balanced and durable build.

SHR PRO hubs and SHR Aero spokes

This configuration is built with SHR PRO J-Bend hubs combined with SHR Aero spokes.

Each wheelset is assembled by SH Race in Luxembourg, with particular attention paid to spoke tension balance. The finished wheel is therefore defined not only by the DUKE rim, but also by the choice of hubs, spokes and the quality of the handbuilding process.

Tubeless or inner tube setup

The DUKE World Runner 25 wheels can be used either tubeless or with inner tubes, giving riders the freedom to adapt their tyre setup to their riding style and preferences.

The recommended valve length is 44 mm.

The specifications also state a maximum pressure of 4.5 bar with a 40 mm tyre. This value applies specifically to this tyre size and should not be extrapolated to other tyre widths.

For gravel, cyclocross and road riding

The World Runner 25 is not limited to gravel. Its stated applications include gravel, cyclocross, road and road tandem use.

It is therefore particularly relevant for cyclists looking for one aluminium wheelset for different types of terrain while retaining the choice between tubeless and inner tube tyre setups.

The stated maximum system weight is 120 kg. The wheelset comes with a 2-year warranty.

Contact SH Race to check compatibility with your bike or to discuss your configuration before ordering.

About SH Race

SH Race is a Franco-Luxembourgish workshop specialising in handbuilt bicycle wheels. The DUKE World Runner 25 wheels are assembled by SH Race in Luxembourg using French DUKE rims, with particular attention paid to wheelbuilding quality and balanced spoke tension. The result is a configuration designed for real-world use across gravel and road riding.