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Anyone 200+ rolling on Carbon Clinchers?

Old 05-18-14, 05:49 AM
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Anyone 200+ rolling on Carbon Clinchers?

Hello, I'm looking to buy some new wheels for my bike soon and have been looking at several options but have decided to either go tubeless with a set of American Classic Argent's or Easton's new EA90slx tubeless. However, I seem to lust over the deep carbon (50mm+) clinchers and would consider trying a set but wonder about their longevity being a large rider? I know there a several 200lb+ riders on Carbon out there and would like to hear your feedback on the wheels you chose, how they perform compared to your previous set, and how they are holding up. Thanks!

So far the front runners in my possible Carbon selections are November Rail 52, Willaims System 58's (new design), Boyd 50. If I luck into an extra $1,500 on top of my current budget then my choice is clear, Easton EC90 Aero 55's, no rider weight limit, deep, and tubeless!

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Old 05-18-14, 07:49 AM
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I ride some 50mm carbon clinchers as my everyday wheel. I tip the scales at 260+. I purchased them off ebay, got the hubs from bdopcycling, and had my local wheelbuilder build them up. They're rock solid, having ridden through potholes without a scratch or wobble. They're 32-hole rear, 28-front.
  • I do not use them to go down steep, long & twisty descents. The braking builds up heat, causing the carbon to delaminate, allowing the tube pressure to blow up the rim. Today, for instance, I'll be going to watch the Tour of California last stage. It has a nasty descent. I'll swap these out and use my Mavic Open Pro wheels instead.
  • Finding brakepads that didn't squeal were the hard part. I currently use Zipp Tangente Pads. They're long-lasting and good braking, only slightly less effective than aluminum wheel braking.
  • They have ZERO braking when really wet. Double or triple the braking distance.
  • Of course, mine are generic Chinese rims. Your name-brand ones may perform better than mine.
  • I paid about $600 for the set.
  • I use tubular versions when racing.
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Fire it up! You live in Florida, no long descents to worry about. The wet braking might be an issue for you though, that's not something we really have to deal with out here.
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