Originally Posted by
SkippyMcJimmy
I understand many keep a pair of "Race" wheels as well as "Training" wheels and swap them appropriately, so my question is:
What are the reasons behind having two sets of wheels, and is this still relevant due to the quality of newly produced wheels?
I use heavy wheels and tires for training because they are cheaper to replace if I break something and because I get a boost from feeling difference in weight and grip while on my better wheels and tires.
And if I damage my racing wheels I still have something to use until replacement/repair.