ghastrider

Hi, I am looking for the best, durable, aero (30mm+), and light (<1550g) everyday wheelset for both race and training.
I've done my research and it seems carbon is out due to its durability issues.
And thus being alloy, a rim depth of 30mm+ is the most aero choice.
I have afew wheelsets in mind:

Rolf Vigor SL (34mm, 1420g)

Shimano Dura Ace CL (24mm, 1434g) *heard about it being very aero despite its rim depth. Compared to 30mm+? Not sure about the loose hub bearings in terms of durability issues though.

American Classic 420 (34mm, 1520g) *heard of hub issues but was supposed to be fixed in the 09 version.

Custom 30mm Kinlin Rims with CX-ray spokes and WI hubs (about 1450g, 18/24 laced) *but am not sure about the durability of the noibium enhanced rims in terms of strength.

Are there any other wheels i should consider?
Which wheelset should win the title of...
*BEST durable, aero and light everyday wheel money can buy!*
(Aero 30mm+, Light <1550g, Alloy)
?

patentcad

Williams 38c. 1600 grams. Aero. Bulletproof so far (six months of hard daily use in all conditions).

Grumpy McTrumpy

you are riding your cervelo as a daily driver pcad?

patentcad

Not until it dries out. Haven't ridden it much the past 10 days.

otismedina

While they might not be as light as you are looking for (1710g), SOUL S4.0s are cheap, aero (41mm rim) and durable.

The SOUL S3.0s aren't as aero (31mm), but are lighter (1540g) and probably about as durable.

VA_Esquire

*hackwheezesnotrocketcough*SOULs*cough cough wheeze*
And then some ZIPP Titanium Skewers.

entukay

easton ea90 aero 1550 grams, front is 28mm rear is 32 mm

ghastrider

Ive given up on soul. Cant stand the customer service. Long story... i actually wanted to get the S3SL, 1450g, it seemed to me as the best deal out there esp at the price. But after such a bad experience, i'd rather not touch Soul anymore

sstorkel

The Easton EA90, in all it's variations, is a great everyday wheel. I wouldn't expect much aero benefit, however, from the EA90 Aero. I suspect you'll need a rim with a deeper cross-section, like the Williams System 38s, to achieve any real aero advantage...

Patriot

I still have 2 sets of those cheap Xero XR-1's. One on my bike, and one on my wifes. Got 'em for $200 a few years ago. Thousands of miles, and still going strong, never been knocked out of true. 1510g's.

If I get another set of climbing wheels, I may try those soul 2.0's. They seem like an inexpensive version of the AC-350s. Only with bladed spokes.

patentcad

Those Williams 38c are the best overall wheels I've ever owned. Really like them.

Strong Bad

I disagree. I own two sets of Reynolds. A set of MV32C ULs, and a set of DV46Cs. They came in at the claimed weight. (1320g for the 32C ULs, and 1475g for the DV46Cs). Reynolds carbon clincher rims are very durable, and for an extra $200 you have the insurance of replacement in the event they do break. I ride them as everyday wheels and they kick butt on any other wheels I've ridden. For a "best money can buy" option, I would get the DV46C ULs. For a more economical option, I would go for the Assaults, which can be found on ebay for under $1200.

Grumpy McTrumpy

how about HED Jet 6?

otismedina

Another consideration is the fact that you might look like a tool if you train on aero carbon racing wheels, plus you lose the added psychological benefit of switching from heavy, non-aero training wheels to light, aero racing wheels, at least that's what my coach says.

btographer

How about Mavic ES's, are they no longer in fashion?

JayC

Yea... I have a set of these I ride pretty regular. Theyve been very solid so far.

damocles1

ROL Race SL

$550
30mm rim
DT Aerolite spokes
20/24 setup
1550 grams

rolwheels.com

Jynx

Kinlin 30mm rims
sapim cx ray spokes
alloy nipple front / brass nipples rear
dt swiss 240 rear hub
alchemy elf front hub

adriano 

id say brass all around.

Camilo

Consider Reynolds Solitude. 30mm rims, conventional spokes (but internal nipples, fwiw) and about 1550. I have the predecessor, the Alta Race, and I'm very happy with them.

fatdad

^^^
All I'll add to the above is that they are a very durable wheel...I've ridden them into some crater-sized potholes on group rides when nobody bothered to point out the junk in the road and they have held up very well. I bought mine over the winter, they have about 800 miles on them so far...

Lazyrider

How is it that everything that you currently are using is the "best you've ever had"? Not being a pr!ck but it cannot always be the case.

Cue

Delusional acceptance. Spent the money, can't call it crap to avoid buyer remorse.

zatopek

Aero? Unless you are well in excess of 20 plus mph average speed on rides in excess of 50 miles, aero is not a significant factor, IMHO. Choose a solid, bomb-proof, smooth riding, low maintenance wheel with good bang for the buck. 28 to 32 spokes. Neuvation M or R 28 aero 3s fit the bill, albeit with lower spoke count. Shimano DA or Ultegra laced to Mavic OPs or Velocity Dyads with 14 or 15 gauge DT or Wheelsmith will serve nicely.

merlin55

Everbody has their favorite wheels/brands. IMHO:
1. Forget paired spokes wheels...several of my friends are getting new wheels from trek every few months, broken rims and broken spokes, one of those spoke breaks and the wheel goes out of true an amazing amount....you may be walking home
2. Based on your weight, road conditions, get enough spokes. More spokes provide a stiffer and stronger wheel, at just a few extra grams. Do you really need 4 less spokes per wheel for a fun ride?
3. Everday use and low cost is a good argument for NOT getting Carbon rims
4. Some brands have great customer service, some don't....search the forums...
5. Some wheels require uber expensive spokes, unlike the old days when any bike shop had the 295 mm DT spoke you needed for $0.25 each
6. Buy the cool looking ones