chadteck

They are only slightly heavier (80-120 grams) than 404's and just 2mm shallower, but seems they can be had for at least $500 less.

Is this price difference between the two wheel sets typical?

I'm hesitant to go with tubular wheels, but it seems to be the more popular option for high-end wheels (although clincher seems to be catching up). Do tubular tires tend to be more puncture resistant to compensate for the increased difficulty to replace the tire?

Also, I read in one review that these wheels can fill with water in the rain. Is this common for deep section rims or these rims in particular?

chadteck

Any input on this? I was thinking about Reynolds Assaults to keep the price more reasonable, but for some reason there are EC90 Aeros available for less than Reynolds Assaults right now.

I guess the rain thing isn't an issue really, considering it doesn't rain often where I live. It would just be nice to know if it is a design issue with these wheels.

Steve90068

https://bikesoul.com/2009/index.php?o...id=5&Itemid=15

entukay

You're comparing Soul to Easton and Zipp?

chadteck

I was considering Soul, but EC90 Aeros can be found for less than C5.0's currently. I don't really think there is any debate as to which is the better wheel. The EC90s are 6mm deeper and roughly the same weight.

Steve90068

not comparing, just threw it out there as another good value. if you have $2k to drop on a set of wheels by all means get the zipps

furiousferret

I've put about 1000 miles on my EC90 Aero and no complaints, they're a great bargain and a good wheelset.