Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - Mavic Track Wheels

Saw this post from Eurobike trade show - Mavic is making an entry-level track wheelset and it looks like its based on the very durable yet light Ksyrium. I like building my own wheels, but may make an exception if these are priced right. Here's the link:

http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2004/tech/shows/?id=eurobike/part1/eb04-mavic

Also, if you don't like the decals, they should be easy to peel off as I've done that with Mavic's mtb wheels.

they do look cool, and probably a nice add for an entry level velo rider. The only problem I see with street riding is the repair maint. These, like most Mavic pre-builds, require shop/MFR returns for repairs. Not sure if that is feasible for most messers/commuters/etc...unless they have an extra set.
I, too, prefer the standard spoke-rim-hub shop built wheelset that can easily have a spoke replaced. Function wins in this arena with me everytime

']they do look cool, and probably a nice add for an entry level velo rider. The only problem I see with street riding is the repair maint. These, like most Mavic pre-builds, require shop/MFR returns for repairs. Not sure if that is feasible for most messers/commuters/etc...unless they have an extra set.
I, too, prefer the standard spoke-rim-hub shop built wheelset that can easily have a spoke replaced. Function wins in this arena with me everytime

I'd like to try the Mavic Speedcity rims on fixie hub... wonder if they sell rims separately or just complete wheels?

they're heavy! man! 957g front and 1039g rear. that seems like a lot. the open pro/dura ace freehub rear wheel on my road bike weighs less then the front.

My LBS guy was telling me about these last week after a visit from the Mavic Man. I dont' think that weight is as much of an issue on the track. Im from 165's school of thought on these, though: If I can't fix them with spokes I've got already or can fine easily, I don't wanna wait on my LBS to get the stuff I need if I bork something.

That said, like the caption to the pic implies, it's a market that seems to get bigger as time goes on. I wonder if they'll be as durable as Ksyriums have seemed to be? (A point that doesn't negate my earlier ease of repair bit, BTW.)

they're designed for use on the track. i'm sure they'd work just fine on the street, but i don't think many street fixed riders will go for them when the phil/open pro/cxp33 combo is nicer, and probably costs the same...

business cycles has them for $450. (http://www.businesscycles.com/trwheel2.htm) starting....NOW!

My next wheel will be either surly or paul hubs on an open pro rim.

Do they make an unmachined black open pro rim?

Yup, Open Pro SUP. Not black, but the dark annodized. Very tasty.

Hey are DT RR 1.1 rims the same in the manner that the eyelet goes all the way through? The DT is a little more areo looking... so, it might be a little better in the looks and have the strenght of an open pro.

Yup, Open Pro SUP. Not black, but the dark annodized. Very tasty.

Getting one on Wednesday, laced to my Phil with black Sapim Lasers :beer:

I just got back from Eurobike, and saw these particular wheels. They seem pretty nice, especially with the bladed spokes, and the bearings felt really smooth, but I think I would prefer a pair of Paul hubs laced to some Deep V's. Especially for the price.

You got to go to Eurobike? Lucky dog! Are you also going to Interbike? Double lucky dog!

yeah, a bike mechanic friend of mine happened to get a pair of tickets, and we stopped by on our way back from the Basel Kuriermeisterschaft. We couldn't stay as long as we wanted, but it was fun. The interesting thing was that all the big vendors had coffee bars set up, and you could just go around getting all the free espresso you wanted. That rocked!

I think Interbike is in Las Vegas? I'm not sure. I just happened to be in the area for Eurobike(Germany) with a pair of tickets.

they're heavy! man! 957g front and 1039g rear. that seems like a lot. the open pro/dura ace freehub rear wheel on my road bike weighs less then the front.

Track riders are much less concerned with weight than they are with aerodynamic efficiency. In general, track disc wheels are heavier than their non-track counterparts, but really shine at top speed, helping to reduce overall drag and turbulence.

hehe..