Originally Posted by brianappleby
AC = american classic? Do they have a weight limit? I have no real knowledge but i've read on BF that AC's are bad for heavy riders and wear down quickly and have hubs that need lots of attention.
The AC carbons are rebranded old style (no dimps) Zipps on AC hubs. Same weight limit as Zipp I would presume.
I've owned a bunch of AC hubbed wheels and haven't ever had an issue.
Originally Posted by jrennie
on paper the AC's are as good and MUCH cheaper. Also, the veloflex tubulars are .1 watt behind the pr2's in rolling resistance. I'll give up that .1w for no pintch flats and lighter rims.
The new Conti/Vectran's are supposed to be comparable. Check 'em out when you're over next time.