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09-30-15, 03:10 PM
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wheel advice
I was planning on saving up for wheels over the winter but I found a local seller with Aksium Elites for $240. Did some research and they seem to be one of the better entry level wheelsets.
I have Shimano RS010's now which are fine but I'm just into matching my gear so i like the Mavics.
Question is, will these be noticeably better than my RS10's? I was hoping to get maybe Ultegra (or similar level) wheels next season if not.
If it helps, my cycling usually involves more climbing than flats. Thanks!
I have Shimano RS010's now which are fine but I'm just into matching my gear so i like the Mavics.
Question is, will these be noticeably better than my RS10's? I was hoping to get maybe Ultegra (or similar level) wheels next season if not.
If it helps, my cycling usually involves more climbing than flats. Thanks!
09-30-15, 03:15 PM
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They are not an upgrade and you could get them new for $177
Mavic Aksium Elite WTS Road Wheelset 2015 | Factory Road Wheels | Merlin Cycles
How much research have you done? How would the Mavics match your bike better than Shimano?
Mavic Aksium Elite WTS Road Wheelset 2015 | Factory Road Wheels | Merlin Cycles
How much research have you done? How would the Mavics match your bike better than Shimano?
09-30-15, 03:23 PM
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^This. You need to set your sights higher and put more $$ in the piggy bank. Don't make a lateral move. You can find a 1500 gram wheel set for not too many $$.
Shimano RS81-C24 Carbon Wheelset > Components > Wheels, Tires and Tubes > Road and Cross Wheels | Jenson USA
Shimano RS81-C24 Carbon Wheelset > Components > Wheels, Tires and Tubes > Road and Cross Wheels | Jenson USA
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I wondered this as well.
Is the rest of your gear prone to early failures and supported by a company the doesn't give a ratz butt about customer service..?
Is the rest of your gear prone to early failures and supported by a company the doesn't give a ratz butt about customer service..?
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09-30-15, 03:42 PM
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That would be a perfect match to Mavic alright.
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For $325 you could get some Boyd 30mm Rouleurs at 1527 grams. Great wheels and better than the Mavic's.
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At 215 pounds are these Boyd's in the realm a wheel I can ride?? I have a 2014 Giant TCR SL1 aluminum frame. I'm having problems with my rear wheel! Been looking for replacement also. Would like to stay in that 1500 gram range.
10-01-15, 08:12 AM
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Thanks guys! my buddy said the same. as for the gear match, it's not really gear perse but my kit. I have a some mavic cycling clothes that i really like as they are comfortable.
I'm in Canada so that's why I thought $240 was a good price (we don't really get anything cheap here). I believe the wheels are $500 new. Anyway, I will continue saving up and see if I can find the wheels you all recommended at an LBS on sale.
I'm in Canada so that's why I thought $240 was a good price (we don't really get anything cheap here). I believe the wheels are $500 new. Anyway, I will continue saving up and see if I can find the wheels you all recommended at an LBS on sale.
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Google Boyd 30mm Rouleurs
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10-01-15, 10:24 AM
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Correct. Worldwide shipping is included in the price. VERY inexpensively, eh? I think shipping to CAN is typically quite a bit more (than it is to the US) at the UK outlets and/or places like bikehubstore or Nashbar (for Vuelta's). That's why I'd specifically recommend bdop in this instance if the OP has a decent local builder.
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10-01-15, 10:31 AM
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Correct. Worldwide shipping is included in the price. VERY inexpensively, eh? I think shipping to CAN is typically quite a bit more (than it is to the US) at the UK outlets and/or places like bikehubstore or Nashbar (for Vuelta's). That's why I'd specifically recommend bdop in this instance if the OP has a decent local builder.
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10-01-15, 10:54 AM
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I just bought a Ridley Fenix Force 22 that came with the Mavic Aksiums. I had a pair of Vuelta Corsa Lites from my previous bike and switched them out. The Vueltas roll better and seem to climb a little better than the Aksiums. The Vuelta Corsa Lites are 1570 grams.
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