Thread: Alloy wheels on a Carbon frame?
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Old 08-25-15 | 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by Dave Mayer
For commuting to work, I run a alu tubular wheel on the front and carbon tubular on the rear. With the appropriate brake pads of course. The alu on the front gives a bit more bite for braking, especially in the rain. Overall this setup is lighter than any clincher wheelset, full carbon or otherwise, regardless of cost.
Wow, how light is that?
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