Originally Posted by
Flounce
Fulcrum racing 4s are 1725gm a pair.
Ultegra wh 6800s are 1640gm a pair; not enough difference to justify an upgrade.
I have the aforementioned Shimano RS81 C24s, they are a little over 1500gm a pair, and are great if you are set on upgrading.
If you can find a new set of the old model Dura Ace WH 9000 C24s for under $700, those are under 1400gms and you would feel the difference from your current wheels.
I"m assuming you already know that, unless you are racing or otherwise performing at a very high level, paying hundreds of dollars (or more) for upgrading to wheels lighter than you current ones is just for fun/vanity; if you want to get faster or go further, you spend your money and effots on (first) optimizing bike fit and then on a disciplined training program, with or without a coach.
Thank you for the info. Yes, I completely know and understand your last paragraph. I don't race and I won't train, which is probably a large part of the reason I cannot justify to myself spending more than 3-400 bucks. It's completely for fun/vanity as you mentioned, but also curiosity.
The only other info I have been able to find on my wheels had them listed at 1816g. I figured losing a half pound off my wheels by switching to something like the RS80s would be noticeable. Is it not enough? Would I have to look at something closer to 1400g to notice?