Originally Posted by
canam73
Ah, I wasn't thinking about pre-builts. In that case the Ultegra wheels might be using straight gauge spokes instead of double butted which would add some weight. Personally I would spend the extra and get the Ultegra set with DB spokes from a handbuilder like Psimet or Wheelbuilder. I think getting a good build is more important than the choice between the hubs or one of those other rims.
Yes you are correct. The pre built version does come with DT Champion spokes and I want double butted. The shop will build with whatever spokes I want though, and I think I'll get Revolutions which would add about $35-40 to the build.