That's what I'm thinking. I would hardly say it's a lateral move... Aksiums are basic low-mid end wheels. The weight is a huge turn off for me. Heck... they're heavier than my Novatec Forces (deeper, more spokes, high flange hubs). Using weights I found listed online, the 240/A23 would be ~1400g, which is almost a pound lighter than the Aksiums!

I'm still curious as to why leuky and gigantor think it's a lateral move.

I'd HED Belgiums, but they don't come in the drilling I'm looking for. Plus, I can get two A23's for the price of one Belgium.

Zipp 101's are the next step up.