Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
I have the Handspun Velocity A23 with Shimano 105 hubs with 32 spokes. I weight 220 lb and use these on my Cyclocross bike for gravel trails and pavement. I have about 1500 miles on them. They have been excellent. The arrived true and have stayed true. The roll fast and are strong. I did have the front wheel re-tensioned after 1200 miles since the spoke felt a little low on tension compared to other wheels, including the rear. I also had a set of Velocity A23 with Shimano 105 hubs from a local wheelbuilder on my Double Cross. The quaility of the Handspun brand wheelset and the locally built set was the same, IMO.
I also use the HED Ardennes wheels on my roadbike. These are a step-up in quality and price and would be a good match to a Cyclocross bike due to the 23mm rim width.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 09-30-13 at 02:20 PM.