Originally Posted by
RobbieTunes
There are many here that have the opinion that the most dynamic way to really bring out the potential of a high-end older frame is to run it on modern wheels.
I share that opinion. For me, that includes not only lightweight racing wheels, but also high-end lightweight all-around wheels.
Noticeable, attention-getting improvement in almost every case.
I also agree with der Kommisar that they don't have to be that modern. I built a set of DA7400 hubs onto Wolber Super Champion Alpin rims, with DT Swiss spokes, and when they were properly tensioned and trued, yielded a most outstanding ride.
If you truly don't want to change wheels, though, getting them trued and tensioned to a gnat's hair of perfect will yield a significant change, too.
According to the mechanic who rebuilt my wheel assembly, that would be a solid and logical place to begin a restoration, which makes perfect sense to me, however, I was a little concerned that those particular rims may be overkill for my application as well as out- classing what they would be goin on.
Then again, I thought the exact same thing more that 25 years ago when getting the Wolber Alpines built.
Also, I am a firm believer in the "you get what you pay for" mindset so I`m pretty sure it will be money spent.
The new look is really starting to grow on me!
