Replacing Fulcrum Racing7 wheel set. Is $500 enough ?
09-16-12, 11:04 PM
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Replacing Fulcrum Racing7 wheel set. Is $500 enough ?
Looking to replace my CAAD10 wheel set And looking for some guidance. There seems to be a new wheel set post every day, but hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I'm maxing out at $500. Should I just save more money and keep what I have?
09-17-12, 06:08 AM
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I had Fulcrum 6 (stock) and replaced with PSIMET wheels. Big difference. Lighter, faster and cool-looking. They are not 500.00 That said the Fulcrums are adequate for everyday riding, and certainly tough. If I didn't have the cash for new wheels I would live with the Fulcrums as they're decent wheels.
09-17-12, 06:52 AM
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I think you can get a set of Ultegra wheels for about that much. As for The question of improved or noticeable difference between the wheel set you have and a $500.....well, you probably won't feel much difference at all. But you could get a bit of a placebo effect and the new wheels will have a bit of the old bling factor as well.
As long as you have $500 burning a hole in your pocket I say do it....if it is a financial stretch for you then its not worth it at all.
As long as you have $500 burning a hole in your pocket I say do it....if it is a financial stretch for you then its not worth it at all.
09-17-12, 08:23 AM
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For an extra $50: Boyd Vitesse
09-17-12, 08:27 AM
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Do you race or do you just have $500 to burn?
09-17-12, 08:51 AM
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I'd say spend the extra $50 and get some Boyd Vitesse wheels or look hard for some Mavic Ksyrium Elites. I just picked up a pair over labor day on sale for $470 with a coupon.
09-17-12, 11:02 AM
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So you're just gloating? Makes you feel better? Wait, let me take a sip of my coffee......aaahhhhh.
You got a great deal, and I suppose patience is a virtue when scanning Ebay or CL or wherever you got them. But if there's a sale on for Fulcrum 3's at >$500, share them would you?
You got a great deal, and I suppose patience is a virtue when scanning Ebay or CL or wherever you got them. But if there's a sale on for Fulcrum 3's at >$500, share them would you?
09-17-12, 12:38 PM
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It's not per say burning a hole in my pocket, but I sure would like to spend it on my bike 
I'm looking to lose some weight from the current wheel set and maybe make climbing a little bit easier... If thats ever possible 
. Those Boyds look very nice! I might add the extra 50 and get those.
I'm looking to lose some weight from the current wheel set and maybe make climbing a little bit easier... If thats ever possible . Those Boyds look very nice! I might add the extra 50 and get those.
09-17-12, 01:11 PM
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why dont you just keep those wheels and buy some really good tires? fulcrum 7s are pretty nice wheels for a stock set up. tah dah.....
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So you're just gloating? Makes you feel better? Wait, let me take a sip of my coffee......aaahhhhh.
You got a great deal, and I suppose patience is a virtue when scanning Ebay or CL or wherever you got them. But if there's a sale on for Fulcrum 3's at >$500, share them would you?
You got a great deal, and I suppose patience is a virtue when scanning Ebay or CL or wherever you got them. But if there's a sale on for Fulcrum 3's at >$500, share them would you?
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It's not per say burning a hole in my pocket, but I sure would like to spend it on my bike I'm looking to lose some weight from the current wheel set and maybe make climbing a little bit easier... If thats ever possible . Those Boyds look very nice! I might add the extra 50 and get those.
I'm looking to lose some weight from the current wheel set and maybe make climbing a little bit easier... If thats ever possible . Those Boyds look very nice! I might add the extra 50 and get those.
09-17-12, 02:28 PM
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https://www.neuvationcycling.com/prod...-deal-1510.htm
These come with tires and tubes.
I have the Fulcrum 7's also. Thinking of the Neuvation r28sl that come with a new SRAM cassette and chain for $399. 1510g. Decent reviews, hard to beat that price.
These come with tires and tubes.
I have the Fulcrum 7's also. Thinking of the Neuvation r28sl that come with a new SRAM cassette and chain for $399. 1510g. Decent reviews, hard to beat that price.
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For that price, I'd spring for these: https://www.novemberbicycles.com/fsw-23/
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09-17-12, 05:45 PM
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Anyone have any opinions on these?
1467g! vs Fulcrum's 1850g. Why are they so cheap???
Vuelta Corsa Slr Road Wheelset
$379 on NashBar right now.
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...37_-1___202478
1467g! vs Fulcrum's 1850g. Why are they so cheap???
Vuelta Corsa Slr Road Wheelset
$379 on NashBar right now.
https://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...37_-1___202478
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09-17-12, 06:01 PM
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Crap theyre running a 2 day special with an extra 20% off! That makes them 329 shipped to my door. Anyone!?
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For that price, I'd spring for these: https://www.novemberbicycles.com/fsw-23/
09-17-12, 08:52 PM
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Think I'm going with November wheels. Thanks guys.
09-17-12, 10:07 PM
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Crap... i cant make my mind up.
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09-18-12, 11:14 AM
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Awesome dude. Don't think for one minute that our buying decisions are rational or logical in anyway.
