View Poll Results: Which wheel would you choose?
Mavic MA40
10
58.82%
Wobler Super Champion
7
41.18%
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Which wheels would you choose?
08-22-09 | 02:47 PM
#1
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Bikes: Scott CR1, 1986 Guerciotti SLX, Mystery Ti Bike, 1990 Diamondback EX fixie
Which wheels would you choose?
Mavic MA40 (clincher) or Wolber Super Champion Aspin (tubular)? Both are laced to Dura Ace Hubs of about the same time (6 speed freewheels)
Unfortunately, I can't keep both, its a trade situation.
Sorry for the lousy photos, working with a cell phone here, which just refused to focus.
Unfortunately, I can't keep both, its a trade situation.
Sorry for the lousy photos, working with a cell phone here, which just refused to focus.
Last edited by KtotheF; 08-22-09 at 03:40 PM. Reason: misspelled Wolber
08-22-09 | 02:52 PM
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Bikes: 1986 Alan Record Carbonio, 1985 Vitus Plus Carbone 7, 1984 Peugeot PSV, 1972 Line Seeker, 1986(est.) Medici Aerodynamic (Project), 1985(est.) Peugeot PY10FC
Mavic MA40 (clincher) or Wobler Super Champion Aspin (tubular)? Both are laced to Dura Ace Hubs of about the same time (6 speed freewheels)
Unfortunately, I can't keep both, its a trade situation.
Sorry for the lousy photos, working with a cell phone here, which just refused to focus.
Unfortunately, I can't keep both, its a trade situation.
Sorry for the lousy photos, working with a cell phone here, which just refused to focus.
MA40s are sooo common and if IIRC, quite heavy (but strong). The Wolbers/tubulars will give your bike that little bit more cachet IMO. Anyway, it's a good excuse to try out the wonderful world of tubular riding if you have not ever done it yet.
Chombi
84 Peugeot PSV
08-22-09 | 03:14 PM
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I have never had them but I would agree get the wobblers
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“One morning you wake up, the girl is gone, the bikes are gone, all that's left behind is a pair of old tires and a tube of tubular glue, all squeezed out"
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08-22-09 | 06:56 PM
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From: Canton, OH
Bikes: 1990 Trek 1420 - 1978 Raleigh Professional - 1973 Schwinn Collegiate - 1974 Schwinn Suburban
Sweet wheels, but the vice grips are scaring me!
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08-22-09 | 07:27 PM
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08-22-09 | 07:31 PM
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I've found the Wolbers easier to destroy, but nice and light. My rear only lasted a few months, but I got just about 10 years out of my front.
So I'd roll the Mavic unless you're lighter and more careful than I.
So I'd roll the Mavic unless you're lighter and more careful than I.
08-24-09 | 10:29 AM
#9
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Wolbers... mmmmmmmm tasty!
I have them on my MXL Merckx.
I still have to overhaul the bike. replace the chain, cables and chainrings. The wheels ride much better than the previous wheelset though.
I have them on my MXL Merckx.
I still have to overhaul the bike. replace the chain, cables and chainrings. The wheels ride much better than the previous wheelset though.
08-24-09 | 10:39 AM
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From: n.w. superdrome
Bikes: 1 trek, serotta, rih, de Reus, Pogliaghi and finally a Zieleman! and got a DeRosa
wolbers without a doubt
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08-24-09 | 10:50 AM
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Bikes: 1986 Alan Record Carbonio, 1985 Vitus Plus Carbone 7, 1984 Peugeot PSV, 1972 Line Seeker, 1986(est.) Medici Aerodynamic (Project), 1985(est.) Peugeot PY10FC
Hmm....... I don't remember, but do the Wolber Aspins come in 32H??
I remember eyeing them at my LBS like candy back in the days.....Now I'm considering having Wolber Aspin tubular wheels (With butted DT spokes and Spidel 700 Professionel hubs, I hope!) made for my PSV, now that I can afford them. Only Aspins I see in the auction sites are 3H......Anyone know??
I remember eyeing them at my LBS like candy back in the days.....Now I'm considering having Wolber Aspin tubular wheels (With butted DT spokes and Spidel 700 Professionel hubs, I hope!) made for my PSV, now that I can afford them. Only Aspins I see in the auction sites are 3H......Anyone know??
08-24-09 | 11:56 AM
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Bikes: 1986 Alan Record Carbonio, 1985 Vitus Plus Carbone 7, 1984 Peugeot PSV, 1972 Line Seeker, 1986(est.) Medici Aerodynamic (Project), 1985(est.) Peugeot PY10FC
160#
Mostly flatland spinning rides (minimal climbing...for now)
Very smooth paved roads.
My 84 Peugeot PSV (the 84 PSV was acutally offered by Peugeot with tubulars too)
Please note that I do plan to retain my 32H clincher wheels,which are also very light, for rougher rides.
Chombi
84 Peugeot PSV
Mostly flatland spinning rides (minimal climbing...for now)
Very smooth paved roads.
My 84 Peugeot PSV (the 84 PSV was acutally offered by Peugeot with tubulars too)
Please note that I do plan to retain my 32H clincher wheels,which are also very light, for rougher rides.
Chombi
84 Peugeot PSV
08-24-09 | 12:26 PM
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From: n.w. superdrome
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chombi,
Yes there were 32 hole wolber aspin (or super champion) rims but they're difficult to find.
I also saw reference to 28hole aspins but have never seen anything other than 36 hole firsthand
marty
Yes there were 32 hole wolber aspin (or super champion) rims but they're difficult to find.
I also saw reference to 28hole aspins but have never seen anything other than 36 hole firsthand
marty
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08-24-09 | 01:43 PM
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Great!,
I guess my search for NOS 32H Wolber Aspins and Spidel hubs can start! I suspect that it might be a long/expensive search for these.
Thanks for the opinions guys!
Chombi
84 Peugeot PSV
I guess my search for NOS 32H Wolber Aspins and Spidel hubs can start! I suspect that it might be a long/expensive search for these.
Thanks for the opinions guys!
Chombi
84 Peugeot PSV
08-24-09 | 03:08 PM
#17
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I think I'm going to go with the wolbers, and my friend will probably appreciate the more durable clinchers since he just wanted a solid fast commuter
08-24-09 | 08:55 PM
#18
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From: san diego
I'm a lighter (140lb) rider too and just found some true Fiamme Ergal's mounted on high flange Campy hubs.
(They'll be for an early 70's bike)
I'm kinda stumped on what tires to get though.
Any good budget "performance recreational" tire suggestions?
thanks,
TP
08-24-09 | 09:02 PM
#19
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From: san diego
(replaced G40's which always seemed a little thick, but kept them for my night riders)
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