Originally Posted by
Waychel
Buy a Campagnolo Proton front road wheel for $80ish. Then lace a Dimension hub (they have hollow axles) or a low-flange Miche to an Open Pro or a Niobium 270 using DT Revloution spokes and aluminum nipples.
I believe the lightest easily available track hubs are American Classic.
I run a Proton up front and an American Classic 420 track wheel in the back--a sub 1550g wheelset.
If I really wanted to lighten up for cheap, I'd get a Neuvation front wheel or something.
Also, Ellipses are not that light. Look into the AC 420 track wheels if you want a light factory track wheelset.
I think your option is the best one. The proton front is nice and light and can be bought separately for cheap indeed. It also saves me a wheelbuild. Do you ride tarck with this wheelset or also on the road?