Best bang for the buck wheelset?
02-08-17, 11:10 AM
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My 7 LG's with Shimano freehub are 1850g. Never believe a manufactrers claimed weights.
The bearing are nothing special either. They feel good out of the box but do degrade. My wheels had some issues. My rear spokes were undertensioned out of the box. Both the hubs have a tendency to slowly develop play. So the locknuts need re-adjusting periodically. While inspecting my bike one time I mysteriously found a big dent in my rear rim. I almost scrapped the wheel but i somehow managed to bend it back to a usable position. I have no idea where it happened or have any recollection of hitting anything. But i did not get a snake bite puncture either. So my tin foil hat says these 7 LG's may use a cheaper softer alloy for the rims to save money or i was just unlucky i dont know. But its the first time i've ever dented a rim without knowing it happened. Their best feature is the wide rim and the Fulcrum decals look better than other wheelsets at the same price. But the hubs and build are just not that great for me. I rate them 6.5 out 10 overall. Cheap and Cheerful. Good for winter but feel sluggish if ridden hard.
The bearing are nothing special either. They feel good out of the box but do degrade. My wheels had some issues. My rear spokes were undertensioned out of the box. Both the hubs have a tendency to slowly develop play. So the locknuts need re-adjusting periodically. While inspecting my bike one time I mysteriously found a big dent in my rear rim. I almost scrapped the wheel but i somehow managed to bend it back to a usable position. I have no idea where it happened or have any recollection of hitting anything. But i did not get a snake bite puncture either. So my tin foil hat says these 7 LG's may use a cheaper softer alloy for the rims to save money or i was just unlucky i dont know. But its the first time i've ever dented a rim without knowing it happened. Their best feature is the wide rim and the Fulcrum decals look better than other wheelsets at the same price. But the hubs and build are just not that great for me. I rate them 6.5 out 10 overall. Cheap and Cheerful. Good for winter but feel sluggish if ridden hard.
02-08-17, 12:32 PM
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I don't know what the best bang is for others, but for me it was the Vision Team 35. 35 mm deep, 23.5mm wide. Even 23mm wide tires feel great on these rims. The cartridge bearings are smooth, smoother than the RS11 Shimano wheels I've been using and they definitely spin longer, and faster. Overall I have no complaints and would not hesitate to buy another pair when I need to. But I suspect my next set of wheels will be good excuse to upgrade to disc brakes.
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02-09-17, 12:11 PM
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I just bought a set of hand-built wheels from Colorado Cyclist. HED Belgium Plus Rims, Sapim CX RAY spokes, Ultegra Hubs. Less than $730. Not exactly basement bargain price compared to teh others mentioned here but handbuilt with the components and lacing I wanted in less than a week. Similar wheelset priced out at about $1000 on other websites.
Haven't taken it out for a spin yet so i can't speak to its ride quality but looking forward to it.
Haven't taken it out for a spin yet so i can't speak to its ride quality but looking forward to it.
02-09-17, 12:41 PM
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Campagnolo Zonda, Ultegra 6800, and Mavic Ksyrium Elite S, are some really good options.
02-09-17, 02:17 PM
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I doubt any deal is better than Zonda's for $317. But the extra 10% off doesn't last forever. Ordered mine earlier today.
https://www.probikekit.com/bicycle-w.../10864822.html
https://www.probikekit.com/bicycle-w.../10864822.html
02-09-17, 03:10 PM
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Saw these on BikeRadar. Look interesting. $474.76, 1420g, 20/24.
https://www.huntbikewheels.com/colle...-28deep-22wide
https://www.huntbikewheels.com/colle...-28deep-22wide
02-09-17, 04:39 PM
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Soul s2.0
Happened across these: Soul s2.0. 1290g, 18/24, $610.
Rim: 6061 T6 Alloy rims. Machined braking surface with wear indicator.
Rim Width/ Depth: 23mm/ 22mm
Bearings: Enduro High Grade Stainless Steel sealed bearings.
Hubs: SOUL Prodigy R17 hubs, 2 sealed bearings front + 4 sealed bearings rear. 11sp Campagnolo and Shimano/ SRAM cassette compatible available.
Spokes: Double Butted and bladed 2.3mm X5 CrNi stainless steel spokes. 18 radial laced front + 24 2 x cross driveside, radial non-driveside rear.
Nipples: Brass Rear DS, Aluminium (Black)
Skewers: 90g Lightweight Hollow Chromoly Axle (included)
Weight: 570g (Front) 720g (Rear), 1.290kg pair (weight without skewers)
Weight Limit: 95kg/ 210lbs
Rim: 6061 T6 Alloy rims. Machined braking surface with wear indicator.
Rim Width/ Depth: 23mm/ 22mm
Bearings: Enduro High Grade Stainless Steel sealed bearings.
Hubs: SOUL Prodigy R17 hubs, 2 sealed bearings front + 4 sealed bearings rear. 11sp Campagnolo and Shimano/ SRAM cassette compatible available.
Spokes: Double Butted and bladed 2.3mm X5 CrNi stainless steel spokes. 18 radial laced front + 24 2 x cross driveside, radial non-driveside rear.
Nipples: Brass Rear DS, Aluminium (Black)
Skewers: 90g Lightweight Hollow Chromoly Axle (included)
Weight: 570g (Front) 720g (Rear), 1.290kg pair (weight without skewers)
Weight Limit: 95kg/ 210lbs
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02-09-17, 04:50 PM
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I'd forgotten about Soul. They were all the rage on BF for a hot minute.
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Happened across these: Soul s2.0. 1290g, 18/24, $610.
Rim: 6061 T6 Alloy rims. Machined braking surface with wear indicator.
Rim Width/ Depth: 23mm/ 22mm
Bearings: Enduro High Grade Stainless Steel sealed bearings.
Hubs: SOUL Prodigy R17 hubs, 2 sealed bearings front + 4 sealed bearings rear. 11sp Campagnolo and Shimano/ SRAM cassette compatible available.
Spokes: Double Butted and bladed 2.3mm X5 CrNi stainless steel spokes. 18 radial laced front + 24 2 x cross driveside, radial non-driveside rear.
Nipples: Brass Rear DS, Aluminium (Black)
Skewers: 90g Lightweight Hollow Chromoly Axle (included)
Weight: 570g (Front) 720g (Rear), 1.290kg pair (weight without skewers)
Weight Limit: 95kg/ 210lbs
Rim: 6061 T6 Alloy rims. Machined braking surface with wear indicator.
Rim Width/ Depth: 23mm/ 22mm
Bearings: Enduro High Grade Stainless Steel sealed bearings.
Hubs: SOUL Prodigy R17 hubs, 2 sealed bearings front + 4 sealed bearings rear. 11sp Campagnolo and Shimano/ SRAM cassette compatible available.
Spokes: Double Butted and bladed 2.3mm X5 CrNi stainless steel spokes. 18 radial laced front + 24 2 x cross driveside, radial non-driveside rear.
Nipples: Brass Rear DS, Aluminium (Black)
Skewers: 90g Lightweight Hollow Chromoly Axle (included)
Weight: 570g (Front) 720g (Rear), 1.290kg pair (weight without skewers)
Weight Limit: 95kg/ 210lbs
02-09-17, 05:10 PM
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02-09-17, 06:57 PM
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I was really dubious at first, but given the relative light weight of the set and the fact that you can run tubeless just really makes them the best low buck option imo. They aren't the best looking but form over function really takes over here.
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I just got a set of spinergys on my ebay bike, there is a bit of play in the read but think I got a good deal over all.
How are these rated? I couldn't find a lot of info on them... I'm interested more in their durability more than weight.
How are these rated? I couldn't find a lot of info on them... I'm interested more in their durability more than weight.
02-10-17, 07:08 AM
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I've had very good luck with Williams. My everyday wheels the last couple seasons are a set of System 31's. 31mm deep x 24mm wide alloy rim, perfect with 25mm tires. Built with CX Ray spokes & have been bomb proof. Available in 3 spoke count combinations for $600.
02-10-17, 08:11 AM
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I always wonder about the longevity of very light, low spoke count wheels. I'm a light rider - 140-145#, but I often ride over roads that have bad, rutted, pothole'd sections. And I ride around 40-50 miles daily. I just dont see how wheels like that would hold up to my riding even as light as I am. Yet I often see posters on forums claim they weigh like 200#, ride bad roads, and have never even had to true X brand wheels they bought. Are modern wheels really that strong?
Also wanted to add that I dont think I would ever buy wheels with proprietary spokes/nipples. I picked up a Specialized Roval rear wheel recently with a broken spoke. It was originally a $500+ wheel, and I got it for $20 so I figured I'd take a chance on it. Long story short, it took me quite a while to track down a replacement spoke - Specialized offered no help at all - and some nipples that are similar to what was on the wheel. I think it's ridiculous a company would sell an expensive wheelset like that with no support at all, so essentially $1,000 disposable wheels.
Oh and I wanted to give a shout out to Yohimbo's Garage - an eBay seller - who tracked down a couple spokes for me and the nipples for the above wheel. He went above and beyond for what was a very small sale, and I'm definitely gonna use him again for other wheel parts as I need them. Really great service.
Also wanted to add that I dont think I would ever buy wheels with proprietary spokes/nipples. I picked up a Specialized Roval rear wheel recently with a broken spoke. It was originally a $500+ wheel, and I got it for $20 so I figured I'd take a chance on it. Long story short, it took me quite a while to track down a replacement spoke - Specialized offered no help at all - and some nipples that are similar to what was on the wheel. I think it's ridiculous a company would sell an expensive wheelset like that with no support at all, so essentially $1,000 disposable wheels.
Oh and I wanted to give a shout out to Yohimbo's Garage - an eBay seller - who tracked down a couple spokes for me and the nipples for the above wheel. He went above and beyond for what was a very small sale, and I'm definitely gonna use him again for other wheel parts as I need them. Really great service.
02-10-17, 09:00 AM
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Saw these on BikeRadar. Look interesting. $474.76, 1420g, 20/24.
https://www.huntbikewheels.com/colle...-28deep-22wide
https://www.huntbikewheels.com/colle...-28deep-22wide
02-10-17, 07:39 PM
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I always wonder about the longevity of very light, low spoke count wheels. I'm a light rider - 140-145#, but I often ride over roads that have bad, rutted, pothole'd sections. And I ride around 40-50 miles daily. I just dont see how wheels like that would hold up to my riding even as light as I am. Yet I often see posters on forums claim they weigh like 200#, ride bad roads, and have never even had to true X brand wheels they bought. Are modern wheels really that strong?
Also wanted to add that I dont think I would ever buy wheels with proprietary spokes/nipples. I picked up a Specialized Roval rear wheel recently with a broken spoke. It was originally a $500+ wheel, and I got it for $20 so I figured I'd take a chance on it. Long story short, it took me quite a while to track down a replacement spoke - Specialized offered no help at all - and some nipples that are similar to what was on the wheel. I think it's ridiculous a company would sell an expensive wheelset like that with no support at all, so essentially $1,000 disposable wheels.
Oh and I wanted to give a shout out to Yohimbo's Garage - an eBay seller - who tracked down a couple spokes for me and the nipples for the above wheel. He went above and beyond for what was a very small sale, and I'm definitely gonna use him again for other wheel parts as I need them. Really great service.
Also wanted to add that I dont think I would ever buy wheels with proprietary spokes/nipples. I picked up a Specialized Roval rear wheel recently with a broken spoke. It was originally a $500+ wheel, and I got it for $20 so I figured I'd take a chance on it. Long story short, it took me quite a while to track down a replacement spoke - Specialized offered no help at all - and some nipples that are similar to what was on the wheel. I think it's ridiculous a company would sell an expensive wheelset like that with no support at all, so essentially $1,000 disposable wheels.
Oh and I wanted to give a shout out to Yohimbo's Garage - an eBay seller - who tracked down a couple spokes for me and the nipples for the above wheel. He went above and beyond for what was a very small sale, and I'm definitely gonna use him again for other wheel parts as I need them. Really great service.
02-10-17, 07:44 PM
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That's awesome. I was out of riding until about 3 years ago - had a 25 year hiatus, and wheels have massively changed - it sounds like for the better. I cant get over some of the super low-spoke versions available these days.
02-10-17, 10:20 PM
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I do have a pair of DT Swiss RR1.2 (32 spoke front and back) that are going on 5 years that I have never touched
and still run true... I consider them my bomb proof set. I used them on my crit bike.
Back to the bang for buck ?
I recently picked up a pair of Pure Aero 105 that are 32 spoke f/b shipped for $195.81
These are for my reg road/race bike.
I consider this a great bang for my $
