Wheel Set Recommendations??
06-23-22, 03:03 PM
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Wheel Set Recommendations??
Hi all. Looking for some recommendations for a new build. Light steel framed road bike. I'll run 700 x 28s with Shimano 105. I'd like a wheel that are capable for some long distance rides (20-50 miles), but that can run somewhat fast when needed. Not pure touring wheels or race wheels. Something in between. Any recommendations in the sub-$1,500 range?
Thanks!
P.S....I don't care if they're carbon or aluminum.
Thanks!
P.S....I don't care if they're carbon or aluminum.
06-23-22, 03:15 PM
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Disc or rim brake?
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QR or thru-axle?
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I have nearly the same thing, but the disk version, on my custom steel bike (see avatar). They have been going strong since 2014.
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Oh nice! Glad I joined this forum. I would have never thought of these outfits. Thank you!
I was just thinking about getting some DT Swiss 1800 Splines. Now I have some options.
I was just thinking about getting some DT Swiss 1800 Splines. Now I have some options.
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Need pictures of the bike to match the aesthetic. Lots of options for what you're looking for. IMO it comes down to style.
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Well, a description is an early to mid-90's steel and shiny chrome "Geoid" Scapin frame. Forks are chromed Soma road. I'm going with a shiny chrome/silver look. The stem will be polished aluminum. Trying to locate a 105 group set in chrome. I think my seat/tape will be green.
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Well, a description is an early to mid-90's steel and shiny chrome "Geoid" Scapin frame. Forks are chromed Soma road. I'm going with a shiny chrome/silver look. The stem will be polished aluminum. Trying to locate a 105 group set in chrome. I think my seat/tape will be green.
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Well, a description is an early to mid-90's steel and shiny chrome "Geoid" Scapin frame. Forks are chromed Soma road. I'm going with a shiny chrome/silver look. The stem will be polished aluminum. Trying to locate a 105 group set in chrome. I think my seat/tape will be green.
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I have a pair these.. and I think they sound like they'd go well with your setup. Will give you about $1k back to spend on other stuff. Hunt Sprint Aero https://us.huntbikewheels.com/produc...-31deep-24wide
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I've been using Joe Young for precisely that for the last dozen years or so, but there are lots of wheelbuilders who can knock this out of the park.
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Hi all. Looking for some recommendations for a new build. Light steel framed road bike. I'll run 700 x 28s with Shimano 105. I'd like a wheel that are capable for some long distance rides (20-50 miles), but that can run somewhat fast when needed. Not pure touring wheels or race wheels. Something in between. Any recommendations in the sub-$1,500 range?
Thanks!
P.S....I don't care if they're carbon or aluminum.
Thanks!
P.S....I don't care if they're carbon or aluminum.
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Hi all. Looking for some recommendations for a new build. Light steel framed road bike. I'll run 700 x 28s with Shimano 105. I'd like a wheel that are capable for some long distance rides (20-50 miles), but that can run somewhat fast when needed. Not pure touring wheels or race wheels. Something in between. Any recommendations in the sub-$1,500 range?
Thanks!
P.S....I don't care if they're carbon or aluminum.
Thanks!
P.S....I don't care if they're carbon or aluminum.
I have a pair of FFWD F4R FCC and like them a lot, but they are discontinued. This is its newer and wider successor intended for 700 x 28C tires.
FFWD Wheels TYRO II 45mm Rim Brake Carbon Clincher Wheel Set (ffwdusa.com)
06-23-22, 09:32 PM
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Those wheels cost 2x as much as my bike. Yikes!
06-23-22, 09:45 PM
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He said his range was up to $1500. Those are $1100. (They also have more expensive options.)
Their hubs are expensive (and arguably the best in the business). HED Belguim+ rims are arguably the best aluminum rims. They are hand built, so they stay true and round.
Their hubs are expensive (and arguably the best in the business). HED Belguim+ rims are arguably the best aluminum rims. They are hand built, so they stay true and round.
06-23-22, 09:47 PM
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Also, we should not forget our own Psimet2001 https://www.psimet.com
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If it were me
Pro wheel builder and select
bitex hubs with the most number of spokes you can
sapim race spokes
sapim poly ax brass nipples
mavic open pro rims
bitex hubs with the most number of spokes you can
sapim race spokes
sapim poly ax brass nipples
mavic open pro rims
06-25-22, 11:31 AM
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Lightweight Bicycle carbon wheels. For less than $1500 you can get good hubs (DT240/CK) and spokes. They are great for the $$. I got 35/55 (or close) to be aero but good in cross winds.
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If you can find a set, the Dura-Ace C40s are a great durable wheel.
https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/produ...-C40-CL-R.html
https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/produ...-C40-CL-R.html
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