Silver alloy rim road wheelset, were art thou?
07-14-23, 06:24 PM
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Silver alloy rim road wheelset, were art thou?
For a custom frame im hahing made ive decided that the wheelset must be polished silver alloy with silver, will be running tan walled conti gp5000 28m (eveen though ive not fully discarded bora ones...).
however, Im having a real hard time find a a fairly modern wheelset in europe that have;
The only ones ive found are:
Ritchey zeta classic
inner width: 20mm
outer width: 24.4mm
Weight: 1442g
Price: 573 EUR
https://ritcheylogic.com/bike/wheels/classic-zeta-wheels
Rolf Prima matte silver Elan
inner width: 18mm
outer width: 23mm
Weight: 1345g
Price: 1300 EUR
however, Im having a real hard time find a a fairly modern wheelset in europe that have;
- Silvee rims
- Silver spokes
- Silvee hubs
- Campa freehub
- Machined rim brake track
- Hooked rims
- Inner width: 18-22mm
- Outer width: 24-28mm
- Depth/height: 25-35mm
- Available within EU
- Max 1200 EUR
The only ones ive found are:
Ritchey zeta classic
inner width: 20mm
outer width: 24.4mm
Weight: 1442g
Price: 573 EUR
https://ritcheylogic.com/bike/wheels/classic-zeta-wheels
Rolf Prima matte silver Elan
inner width: 18mm
outer width: 23mm
Weight: 1345g
Price: 1300 EUR
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07-14-23, 06:44 PM
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Have a shop build you a wheelset and then you can pick your parts.
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07-15-23, 01:23 AM
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None if the online builders within EU that I've found have appropriate riims and hubs, I have spent weeks looking for both complete wheelset and custom, there seems to be quite a few custom options frrom the UK but then again, not within EU that ticks all the boxes.
07-15-23, 05:03 AM
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Find a local bike shop that has a wheel nerd and make that nerd's day by having him build a wheel set for you using the hub and rim of your choice (I recommend DT Swiss hubs). The shop will be able to source a polished rim from a vendor even though they are very difficult to source from the European brands. They will have a better go at it if sourcing from USA or Asia.
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07-15-23, 05:08 AM
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They are based in the US.
None if the online builders within EU that I've found have appropriate riims and hubs, I have spent weeks looking for both complete wheelset and custom, there seems to be quite a few custom options frrom the UK but then again, not within EU that ticks all the boxes.
None if the online builders within EU that I've found have appropriate riims and hubs, I have spent weeks looking for both complete wheelset and custom, there seems to be quite a few custom options frrom the UK but then again, not within EU that ticks all the boxes.
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07-15-23, 07:36 AM
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How do the Ritchey's not meet your needs?
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OP said they want polished rims, which the Ritcheys ain’t.
WT160 suggested, the Sun CR18 is available in polished silver, is 18mm internal, and is a shallow section rim.
As for hubs, for sure Hope Tech will have silver, and I’d think that Tune and CarbonTi would be likely sources, too.
I’d add that Velocity can build a wheelset for you with some of their polished rims and hubs, but they’re here in USA. Still may be worthwhile peeping their selection of rims and hubs. For example their Aileron rims, polished, are $200ea, silver Road Race hub w/ Campagnolo freehub $300 and $120 for the front, so it seems even if shipping were something crazy like $300, the OP would still be right on budget (assuming ~$150 build fee, but I dunno what they charge).
WT160 suggested, the Sun CR18 is available in polished silver, is 18mm internal, and is a shallow section rim.
As for hubs, for sure Hope Tech will have silver, and I’d think that Tune and CarbonTi would be likely sources, too.
I’d add that Velocity can build a wheelset for you with some of their polished rims and hubs, but they’re here in USA. Still may be worthwhile peeping their selection of rims and hubs. For example their Aileron rims, polished, are $200ea, silver Road Race hub w/ Campagnolo freehub $300 and $120 for the front, so it seems even if shipping were something crazy like $300, the OP would still be right on budget (assuming ~$150 build fee, but I dunno what they charge).
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07-15-23, 01:50 PM
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They are based in the US.
None if the online builders within EU that I've found have appropriate riims and hubs, I have spent weeks looking for both complete wheelset and custom, there seems to be quite a few custom options frrom the UK but then again, not within EU that ticks all the boxes.
None if the online builders within EU that I've found have appropriate riims and hubs, I have spent weeks looking for both complete wheelset and custom, there seems to be quite a few custom options frrom the UK but then again, not within EU that ticks all the boxes.
07-16-23, 05:27 AM
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OP said they want polished rims, which the Ritcheys ain’t.
WT160 suggested, the Sun CR18 is available in polished silver, is 18mm internal, and is a shallow section rim.
As for hubs, for sure Hope Tech will have silver, and I’d think that Tune and CarbonTi would be likely sources, too.
I’d add that Velocity can build a wheelset for you with some of their polished rims and hubs, but they’re here in USA. Still may be worthwhile peeping their selection of rims and hubs. For example their Aileron rims, polished, are $200ea, silver Road Race hub w/ Campagnolo freehub $300 and $120 for the front, so it seems even if shipping were something crazy like $300, the OP would still be right on budget (assuming ~$150 build fee, but I dunno what they charge).
WT160 suggested, the Sun CR18 is available in polished silver, is 18mm internal, and is a shallow section rim.
As for hubs, for sure Hope Tech will have silver, and I’d think that Tune and CarbonTi would be likely sources, too.
I’d add that Velocity can build a wheelset for you with some of their polished rims and hubs, but they’re here in USA. Still may be worthwhile peeping their selection of rims and hubs. For example their Aileron rims, polished, are $200ea, silver Road Race hub w/ Campagnolo freehub $300 and $120 for the front, so it seems even if shipping were something crazy like $300, the OP would still be right on budget (assuming ~$150 build fee, but I dunno what they charge).
https://eu.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-aero-wide-rim
07-16-23, 06:16 AM
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The Cycle Clinic is in the UK and they are a Campy centered shop that builds their own wheels and also does full custom if desired. All silver, no problem.
https://thecycleclinic.co.uk/collect...rake-wheelsets
https://thecycleclinic.co.uk/pages/wheelbuilding
https://thecycleclinic.co.uk/collect...rake-wheelsets
https://thecycleclinic.co.uk/pages/wheelbuilding
07-16-23, 07:47 AM
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Yes Ive started looking at custom wheels. The HUNT Sprint Aero Wide Rim seems pretty much perfect paired with Hope RS4 or Bitex RAF/RAR 12 in silver. The only thing that makes me hesitant against the Hunt rims is that they are 20/24 holes but on the other hand Im a light fellow at 65kg and will only be using this as a road bike on pavement, maybe I can get away with it?
https://eu.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-aero-wide-rim
https://eu.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-aero-wide-rim
And so you know I’m not talking out of my arse, I’ve been on 18/24 spoke, alu rimmed wheels for 10 years, and I weigh 105-110kg. I’ve two pairs of 1395g American Classic Argent wheelsets in service, and I think I’ve only put a spoke wrench on one of them once! How is it possible that 18/24s can handle that kind of weight, 300w FTP, 1400w peak wattage, and a preference for lower RPM/higher torque…all over notoriously rough Michigan roads? I think the answer is smart design. In fact, I’m so confident it’s smart design, that just 5 months ago I retired one set from main duty in favor a 1322g, 16/21 spokes wheelset; so far so good, there, too.
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Lack of machined sidewalls isn’t necessarily the problem, but Ailerons are definitely disc-only. If you can find a wheelset made with Quill rims, you’d be in business. 
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Can you get wheels from Velo Orange where you are located? https://velo-orange.com/collections/wheels-1 I suspect they have exactly what you want although you may have to buy rims and hubs and build them up or have them built up locally. Not sure how bad Transatlantic shipping is now, but I did get a set of Hope wheels shipped to me here in the USA for not too much.
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Thanks! Yea Ive looked at Velocity but the Aileron seems to be disc specific and does not have machined side walls, I will be running rim brakes so not sure thats the best option
Ye Ive started looking at custom wheels. The HUNT Sprint Aero Wide Rim seems pretty much perfect paired with Hope RS4 or Bitex RAF/RAR 12 in silver. The only thing that makes me hesitant against the Hunt rims is that they are 20/24 holes but on the other hand Im a light fellow at 65kg and will only be using this as a road bike on pavement, maybe I can get away with it?
https://eu.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-aero-wide-rim
Ye Ive started looking at custom wheels. The HUNT Sprint Aero Wide Rim seems pretty much perfect paired with Hope RS4 or Bitex RAF/RAR 12 in silver. The only thing that makes me hesitant against the Hunt rims is that they are 20/24 holes but on the other hand Im a light fellow at 65kg and will only be using this as a road bike on pavement, maybe I can get away with it?
https://eu.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-aero-wide-rim
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07-16-23, 12:34 PM
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Ye Ive started looking at custom wheels. The HUNT Sprint Aero Wide Rim seems pretty much perfect paired with Hope RS4 or Bitex RAF/RAR 12 in silver. The only thing that makes me hesitant against the Hunt rims is that they are 20/24 holes but on the other hand Im a light fellow at 65kg and will only be using this as a road bike on pavement, maybe I can get away with it?
https://eu.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-aero-wide-rim
You may want to ask Hunt if they'll ever restock the complete wheelsets again, or they'll only sell the rims going forward.
https://us.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-wide-wheelset
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H+Son Archetype on White industries hubs. Hope out of the uk makes very nice silver hubs also (building a tubie set) Rene herse tiress
think this is the look you are going for (bike is ok also
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think this is the look you are going for (bike is ok also
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Okay, here's one in France that can build with all silver components. Shipping within the EU included. The list is only "suggestions" as they can build you whatever they can get in silver for you.
https://www.lafraisecycles.com/wheels
https://www.lafraisecycles.com/wheels
Signature Wheels
To provide some inspiration and direction regarding pricing, here are a few suggestions of wheels we build for our custom bicycles. Shipping cost within the EU included.Randonneuse Légère Classique
- Pacenti Brevet rims, Grand Bois or Dia-Compe Ene Touring large flange hubs front and rear: 660 EUR
- Pacenti Brevet rims, SON Delux or 28 front hub, Grand Bois ou Dia-Compe Ene Touring large flange rear hub: 800 EUR
- Pacenti Brevet rims, White Industries T11 hubs front and rear: 995 EUR
- Pacenti Brevet rims, SON Delux or 28 front hub, White Industries T11 rear hub: 1055 Euro
- Pacenti Brevet rims, Hope RS4 front and rear hubs: 750 Euro
- Pacenti Brevet rims, SON Delux or 28 front hub, Hope RS4 rear hub: 890 Euro
