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Reynolds DV3K Tubular vs. Easton EC90 SL Tubular

Old 05-30-12, 03:55 PM
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Reynolds DV3K Tubular vs. Easton EC90 SL Tubular

I'm looking for a wheels suggestion looking to buy a first pair of racing wheels. Reynolds DV3K Tubular vs. Easton EC90 SL Tubular.

DV3k
Tech Specs:
Material: High-modulus carbon
Rim Width: 21.5mm
Rim Depth: 46mm
Spoke Count: [Front] 20; [Rear] 24
Spoke Material: Steel bladed
Spoke Nipple Material: Aluminum
Skewers: Included, aluminum
Hub: Shimano
Freehub; [Front] 100mm; [Rear] 130mm
Axle Type: Aluminum
Brake Compatibility: Reynolds carbon-specific pads
Wheelbag: No Weight: [Set] 1225g
Recommended Use: Road biking
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 Years


EC90 Tech Specs:
Material: [rim] 100% carbon fiber; [hub] 80% aluminum, 20% steel
Rim Depth: 38 mm
Front Spoke Count: 18 Sapim
Front Hub: Easton
Rear Spoke Count: 24 Sapim
Rear Hub: Easton
Spoke Material: steel
Spoke Nipple Material: aluminum
Skewers: yes
Axle Type: (front) 9 x 100, (rear) 10 x 130
Brake Compatibility: rim
Wheelbag: yes
Front Weight: 516 g
Rear Weight: 706 g
Recommended Use: cycling
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 years

Anyone have experience with these? The Easton have ceramic bearings vs. the Reynolds which have standard cartridge. When you're spending $1000 you want some piece of mind. Thanks in advance! Assume I can get them for the same price.
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The Easton rear hub can a bit finicky...otherwise the rest is up to you. Both will work fine...and doubt that you will tell much of a difference in performance.
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