A small revolution has just taken place in Biel, Switzerland. DT Swiss, the historic world leader in stainless steel spokes, has just crossed a major technological milestone. For the first time in its history, the brand is launching a pair of wheels fitted with carbon spokes: the DT Swiss ARC 1100 CS.
The large-scale recall launched by DT Swiss in July 2025 on some of its carbon wheels is a critical subject that deserves immediate attention. If you ride high-end models such as the ARC, ERC, CRC or HEC, this article guides you step by step.
Officially founded in 1994 in Biel, Switzerland, but with roots going back to 1634, DT Swiss embodies a unique story in which tradition and innovation meet. We trace its journey from a craft wire-drawing works to its current status as a leader in modern cycling.
In 2025, the WorldTour peloton remains an exceptional showcase for wheel manufacturers, revealing exclusive new wheels or wheels still in testing that fascinate enthusiasts. From Cofidis and its Campagnolo Bora WTO Ultra to Picnic PostNL and its Scope disc wheel, via Bahrain, Arkéa and Astana on the Vision Silver Edition, technology keeps pushing the limits.
Among the hub technologies on the market, DT Swiss’s Ratchet EXP has become a benchmark for performance, reliability and ease of maintenance. Here is how it works and what it brings.
