Originally Posted by
AS Collie
It doesn't seem to be, no. The DT Swiss Revolution (the competition spokes mentioned in OP are €40) spokes come at €50 for 72 (I'm allowing some spares), the rims are €90 for the pair and the hubs cost €80 front and €130 rear. I'm struggling to find a better all-round combo, given that from my experience campy hubs are great, and everyone sings the praises of the Open pros. Are there other rims/spokes I could look at? I considered the DT Swiss rims, but they're more pricey. CXP 33 are an option too.
I have Open Pros and CXP-33 laced to Ultegra hubs with DT Swiss Competition spokes. I prefer the CXP-33 by far. They are kinda heavy, but toughness is one of their virtues. Also, they are a tad more aero than Open Pros.
CXP-33s are vastly underated in my view.