Originally Posted by
Burton
Personally I'd rather have some high end wheels on a reasonable frame -IMO the average rider taxes the limits on thrir wheelset far more than their frameset
I beg to differ, my two taxed frames after 13,000 and 14,000 miles. My wheels outlasted both frames.
Originally Posted by
Looigi
Interesting. In my experience, the wheels make very little difference whereas the frame has a very large effect on handling and ride.
I agree! The Lemond Chambery (alum/carbon mix) I was riding was a better ride than my full carbon Madone. Much better handling, and far more stable, especially at high speed descents 30-40 mph including switchbacks.
