Mavic Open 4 CD Vintage Front Wheel – Sealed Bearing Mavic Hub 100mm 28" Clincher 700c 622

Details:

• Brand / Model: Mavic Open 4 CD / Mavic Hub

• Wheel Type: Front Wheel

• Wheel Size: 28" / 700C

• Rim Type: Clincher

• Outer Width: 19.3 mm

• Inner Width: 13.0 mm

• Hub Type: Mavic Sealed Cartridge Bearing (Stamped H 8088)

• Installation Width: 100 mm

• Braking Surface: Rim Brake Alloy (Couche Dure Anodized)

• Condition: Used, Cleaned and Fully Functional

• Origin: Rims Made in France, Hubs Made in France

Description:

An absolute masterclass in classic French wheel engineering. This premium 28-inch front road wheel features the legendary Mavic Open 4 CD rim, highly revered by vintage connoisseurs for its revolutionary "Couche Dure" dark grey hard-anodized treatment. This advanced oxide coating significantly increases sidewall surface hardness, reducing brake wear and ensuring outstanding structural integrity under high spoke tension. The rim is laced to a high-end, iconic Mavic hub featuring industrial sealed cartridge bearings (distinctly stamped H 8088 on the shell) known for their exceptionally low rolling resistance and superior weather sealing compared to traditional loose-ball systems. With a precise 19.3 mm outer profile and a 13.0 mm internal well optimized for high-pressure vintage racing clinchers, this wheel delivers a perfect blend of period-correct aesthetics and bulletproof reliability. An ideal upgrade for premium lugged steel frames from the late 1880s or 1990s looking for authentic, top-tier French performance.