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10-14-11 | 01:23 PM

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Homebrew01

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Originally Posted by Beau210

I thought some wheels were more efficient and so more of your energy went straight into propelling the bike? If it doesnt really make a difference then how do they manage to sell so many? Are people just gullible?

Lighter equipment and aero wheels DO make a difference. The question is, how much of a difference compared to what you have, and how much are you willing to spend .... Also, given $xx to spend, what is the best return ... Powermeter ? coaching ? wheels ? other ?

The answers are different for different people.

What are you trying to accomplish ? Any specific goals ie, knock 1 minute off your 40k TT ? Or just "go faster" ?

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Last edited by Homebrew01; 10-14-11 at 01:47 PM.

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