Track Cycling - American Classic 420 blade wheelset

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afi823
10-05-08, 10:14 PM
I have heard that this wheelset is a not strong enough for a rider of my weight and ability. i am pretty hard on my bike and i weigh about 210 lbs. this would be ridden strictly on the track.

anyone know or hear about this wheelset not being strong enough for a rider at 210 lbs??

thanks for your help.

jimblairo
10-05-08, 11:29 PM
The 420's with bladed spokes have a weight limit of 225 lbs. I weigh 230-235 and I run a set on my Litespeed Ultimate. I've put 4,000km on them and broke one spoke going over rail road tracks. I find them stiff and they accelerate well.