Best bang for the buck wheelset?
02-07-17, 09:43 AM
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Best bang for the buck wheelset?
This thread may be a little late as I just pulled the trigger on a new set of Ultegra's. But I'm curious as to what people's opinions are on the best bang for the buck wheelset?
02-07-17, 09:50 AM
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Too many variables, but since you already bought them I'll say the ultegras were a poor choice.
02-07-17, 09:52 AM
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I get the variables thing: i'm thinking clinchers for less than $750 for the set.
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Ignore PepeM's bad advice. He's not originally from around here. No more broken spokes.
02-07-17, 11:40 AM
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Decently light (~1750g), wide rim bed, 2:1 rear spokes, excellent bearings (rolls forever).
And available for ~$150. To get a noticeably better wheelset, you need to step up to $500+ wheelsets.
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I actually have stock in this debate. I want new wheels for my early 80's Raleigh SS that will fit 32s or 34s for commuting/graveling, and also a set of nice lighter wheels to put on my '16 Roubaix to replace the specialized Axis stock wheels.
my budget for the commuter wheels is like $200. My budget for the light wheels is like $350.
my budget for the commuter wheels is like $200. My budget for the light wheels is like $350.
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I actually have stock in this debate. I want new wheels for my early 80's Raleigh SS that will fit 32s or 34s for commuting/graveling, and also a set of nice lighter wheels to put on my '16 Roubaix to replace the specialized Axis stock wheels.
my budget for the commuter wheels is like $200. My budget for the light wheels is like $350.
my budget for the commuter wheels is like $200. My budget for the light wheels is like $350.
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Mavic Ksyrium Elites. About 1550g and bombproof. Good overall wheelset. $799
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I actually have stock in this debate. I want new wheels for my early 80's Raleigh SS that will fit 32s or 34s for commuting/graveling, and also a set of nice lighter wheels to put on my '16 Roubaix to replace the specialized Axis stock wheels.
my budget for the commuter wheels is like $200. My budget for the light wheels is like $350.
my budget for the commuter wheels is like $200. My budget for the light wheels is like $350.
1. $279 for the set
2. excellent user reviews
3. 1750 grams (wiggle lists them as 1640 grams; not sure which is correct)
4. well known and trusted brand
5. one of the limited choices (in my $ range) in building at Competitive Cyclist (I realize I could have built the bike without wheels, but that would have added a layer of complexity that I was not willing to tolerate.)
I'm not sure what width tire they will take, but I'm putting 25's on mine.
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02-07-17, 01:21 PM
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02-07-17, 02:27 PM
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Yeah, but 16 spokes on the front, and 21 on the rear is very few. Would only suit a very light rider on smooth roads. I would be afraid to conquer a lot of potholes with those.
I think that is how the cheaper lightweight wheels get to the target weight: they compromise on spoke count etc. Also hub quality and longevity might not be on par with more expensive ones.
I think best bang for the buck is getting a custom wheelset made to your target weight and price by the likes of CUSTOM HAND BUILT BICYCLE WHEELS Built By Professionals - Prowheelbuider.com. If you don't care about brand names and select the cheaper components, you can get a sub 1500g wheelset for under $300. Of course if you select all the big brand names like DT Swiss, you will end up with a $800-$1000 wheelset for sub 1500g.
I think that is how the cheaper lightweight wheels get to the target weight: they compromise on spoke count etc. Also hub quality and longevity might not be on par with more expensive ones.
I think best bang for the buck is getting a custom wheelset made to your target weight and price by the likes of CUSTOM HAND BUILT BICYCLE WHEELS Built By Professionals - Prowheelbuider.com. If you don't care about brand names and select the cheaper components, you can get a sub 1500g wheelset for under $300. Of course if you select all the big brand names like DT Swiss, you will end up with a $800-$1000 wheelset for sub 1500g.
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Or you can buy Vueltas ... 1570 grams for $225, 1470 grams for $300 ... 28-24 spokes, and sturdy enough for big fat riders like me.
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