What about this bike for a Clyde?
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What about this bike for a Clyde?
I'm big, 6'4', 240lbs. The bike is the right size, and fits me. Is this a good bike to consider? It's entirely original save for new cables and a Campy CF Centaur RD in place of the stock Veloce.
https://www.bikepedia.com/Quickbike/B...ires&Type=bike
https://www.bikepedia.com/Quickbike/B...ires&Type=bike
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or these : https://www.everybicycletire.com/Shop...elset-622.aspx
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Make that most SANE people use 32-36 spoke wheels. 32 on a standard 26" mtb rim is usually ok, but as with everything, ymmv. A quality wheel build goes a long way in avoiding problems down the road, no matter how many spokes are involved.
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<< is apparently not sane. I've not had any problems with 20/24 spoke wheels. Keep em true and tensioned and they are fine. I'm in the 250's weight wise.
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Wait.....
Are those Bontrager wheels?
If so, throw them at the nearest dumpster. They crack at the nipple holes with 140 pound riders, so I can't imagine what a clyde could do to them. Get some good wheels, whether they 32 spokes or 24. Easton, Mavic, Reynolds, Origin-8, or pretty much anything is better than Bontrager wheels.
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Great bike! Two things-if this bike is used, look very carefully where the spokes go into the rim for tiny cracks. We had a lot of problems with these wheels, but Trek replaced them all under warranty. However, if the bike is used, there is no warranty, so check those spokes. If all's well, they should be fine. Although I build wheels for a living, these wheels will likely be fine if you are a skilled and careful rider. I have several big guys on these and they've reported no problems. I would not recommend the cheap Velocity wheels in the link.
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As for wheels... I'm really happy with my Fulcrum Racing 7's and 3 of the 4 bikes in my short list for the next ride come with them so if Colnago, Look & Pinnarello all are using them as OEM wheels
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Campagnolo Centaur hubs, DT Swiss Champion spokes and Mavic CXP33 rims, and get them build buy someone who can build wheels.
or these : https://www.everybicycletire.com/Shop...elset-622.aspx
or these : https://www.everybicycletire.com/Shop...elset-622.aspx
Although there are many many rims that can be used successfully, the CXP33 are highly reccomended by many people on this site (and in this forum in particular).
Sell those Bontrager wheels to some 110 lb chump.
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I've been using Mavic CXP33 wheels for years. I'm 250lbs. Had them on an older Lemond Alpe D'Huez and put news ones a Lightspeed Solano I picked up a few years ago. I've had no problems with them.
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The issue I see with low spoke wheels is that losing a spoke can mean a wheel really out of true, right? That seems like a big price to pay for a very small amount of weight and aerodynamics savings. For routine riding it doesn't seem worth the maintenance hassle or risk. I busted a spoke a while back on my (overkill) 36 spoke 20" front wheel and didn't even notice until I looked the bike over the next day.
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www.bicyclewheelwarehouse.com click here for a clue. No reason to believe that they're not a good choice. They offer some of the afformentioned wheels as well as presumeably stronger types. Mavic has a rim called the Sport Classic, it's a low-profile "box rim" which replaces the old CP3. Open Pros are a semi-V type, a not semi-deep aero, non-low profile. CPXs are good by all accounts. Open Sprort rims themselves are half the price. This results in a complete wheel set costing UNDER $300 rather than closer to 4. Some believe that box style rims are laterally stronger wile offering a marginally, perhaps undetectibly more compliant ride. Pro-Racers in the Classics over cobbles agreed, just like they agreed with 36sp. count. 32 spoke count rims can be considered for sure. If you're having the built from scratch though, 36 is the way for a heavy-weight. Benefits of lighter wheels aren't realized by heavier guys.
Some LBSs have their own wheel builders, on sight or not. Colorado Cyclist, Excell Sports are among the best out there. There are others as well. Swiss DT Hubs, butted spokes, Campy or Phil hubs..all will pack-on the cost, not needed. Ultegra with 14g or a mix of 14/15 should suit, I prefer the former @ 220 to 240.
Some LBSs have their own wheel builders, on sight or not. Colorado Cyclist, Excell Sports are among the best out there. There are others as well. Swiss DT Hubs, butted spokes, Campy or Phil hubs..all will pack-on the cost, not needed. Ultegra with 14g or a mix of 14/15 should suit, I prefer the former @ 220 to 240.
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The issue I see with low spoke wheels is that losing a spoke can mean a wheel really out of true, right? That seems like a big price to pay for a very small amount of weight and aerodynamics savings. For routine riding it doesn't seem worth the maintenance hassle or risk. I busted a spoke a while back on my (overkill) 36 spoke 20" front wheel and didn't even notice until I looked the bike over the next day.
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That was a sticking point for me, acutally. Its a 59CM, and so while not exactly undersized for me with a standover inseam of 34.5", not perfect, either. Seller is asking $900 and is committed to getting it, which as it turns out is more than I am going to be able to spend. Tack on a new wheelset (even if I sell this set), and the bike is out of range, pricewise. It's a bummer because the original price suggested was much, much less.
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If you are considering spending anywhere near $900 for a bike it damn well better be a PERFECT fit, not just "not exactly undersized." Having an ill fitting bike will slow you down and diminish your riding fun more than having to settle for a new entry level bike that fits!
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