2024 CAMPAGNOLO EKAR 1X13S CASSETTE

The precise 13-speed Campagnolo Ekar cassette is available in three gearing variants, reflecting the different specializations within the diverse gravel scene, with each providing the smoothest gearing progression and the optimum delivery of range. All three cassettes offer single-tooth steps across the six smaller sprockets to provide the most consistent cadence progression with smooth, efficient changes. The larger half of the cassette features gradually increasing wider spacing to deliver a natural riding experience and help you get the best from your performance on arduous trails and tough terrain. Each cassette's more widely spaced top end provide the most compact set for loaded endurance events, and the longest for full-on adventure riders. The bespoke cassette configurations are each paired with suitable, yet easily changeable, single front rings to provide maximum range, smooth steps and ultimate efficiency. And, unlike 2x systems, there is simply no wastage. Two of the three cassette options feature a 9-tooth cog. Extensive comparative tests have demonstrated that the 9-tooth is as efficient as any 10 or 11-tooth sprocket on any system, with no additional friction across its narrow-wide teeth, so you don't lose any of the wattage you produce.

Each cassette is built on two blocks: 9-tooth cassettes utilize a 4/9 sprocket split, and the 10-tooth cassette utilize a 3/10 sprocket split. For enhanced mechanical resistance, heat-treated carbon steel is used for the core of both blocks, and benefit from a nickel-chrome-satin surface treatment which reduces wear and friction, delivering the optimum durability for gravel riding.

The Campagnolo Ekar cassette uses a new freehub driver body – called N3W – featured on the lightweight Campagnolo Shamal Carbon wheelset, with a wide range of compatible wheelsets to follow. N3W is highly versatile, featuring the same groove profiles as the classic Campagnolo body, but 4.4mm shorter and lighter. With appropriate lockrings and adaptors, N3W is also compatible with all current and forthcoming Campagnolo 12-, 11- and 10-speed systems, with retro-fit kits including readily available. As all current disc brake Campagnolo HH12 wheelsets are N3W-compatible you can easily update your wheels ready to run them with Ekar – switching wheelsets is easy and quick!

• Cassette cogs:
  • Endurance: 9-36T (9-10-11-12-13-14-16-18-20-23-27-31-36)
  • Gravel Race: 9-42T (9-10-11-12-13-14-16-18-21-25-30-36-42)
  • Gravel Adventure: 10-44T (10-11-12-13-14-15-17-20-23-27-32-38-44)
• Compatibility: Campagnolo Ekar 1x13 only
• Weight:
  • 9-36T - 340 g
  • 9-42T - 390 g
  • 10-44T - 415 g
• 13-speed – full range to match or exceed any 2x systems, with no wastage
• 9-tooth sprocket – allows full range with zero drop in efficiency
• Compact – narrow design with quick changes, lightweight, improved chain security
• Closer low gear spacing – creating natural cadence progression
• Wider higher gear spacing – creating top-end speed options
• 2-piece block – blends strength of steel with light weight of alloy
• Works with new N3W driver body – for great versatility and full compatibility
• Durable – tough materials and design, with no weight penalty