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Old 07-22-10 | 09:29 AM
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Originally Posted by CliftonGK1
You're also making an apples-to-oranges-to-bananas comparison of qualities.

The lightest wheels will not necessarily be the most aerodynamic. Deep section carbon wheels are heavier than ultralight climbing hoops, but have a far improved aerodynamic capacity. Durability is a product of many factors: Was the wheel built properly to begin with? Are the materials well suited for the rider? Is the design well suited for the intended purpose? Putting a pair of Ksyrium Elites under a 275 pound commuter who rides a combination of chip seal and washboard hardpack roads 15 miles each way is going to lead one to the misconceived notion that the Ksyrium Elite isn't a durable wheelset.
Maybe, depending on the purpose, the $280 handbuilt pair of Velocities actually is a better choice.
Precisely my point. Go back and read the OP: his/her LBS stated that custom builds are stronger, stay truer, and ride better, which is obviously untrue at best, and a crass attempt to capture more of his purchasing dollars at worst.
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