Originally Posted by
Dean V
Any reason to get Spynergy compared to building a set similar to "Uspspro" mentioned in the Chris king thread?
First, note that Uspspro's build had a mix of spokes and rims front/rear. I was doing some build estimates using all Sapim CX-Ray spokes, brass nipples and the Belguim rim front & rear, which came to 1729gm... so approx 85gm lighter than Uspspro's build, and $1090+shipping. Could build for less using Sapim Race spokes, saving at least $2/spoke.
Reasons for Spinergy: the pair sells for $900 so cheaper by a couple hundred $$ (based on my build est. above), Spinergy TX2 pair weighs in the mid 1600gm range so lighter than Uspsro's build by ~150gms. Boutique wheels (off the shelf), more tried & tested and fully backed by a single mfr warranty.
Then, there are always opposite reasons just like opinions in this forum: You may be able to build a more laterally rigid, more aero wheel, the Chris King hubs are the(?) best available. Or you may just like the idea of having custom wheels.
Bottom line: Trying to hit the mid-1600gm range for a set, rear disc ready, for $900 is a tough ask.