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Velomax Ascent II v. 2009 Ksyrium Elites

Old 01-01-10, 02:14 PM
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Velomax Ascent II v. 2009 Ksyrium Elites

I'm trying to decide between these two wheels. They are both in new condition and are being sold on craiglist. Here are the details:

Velomax Ascent II, 1419g, a few years old, before they became Easton Ascent II's. They come with Continental GP3000 tires.

2009 Mavic Ksyrium Elites, 1550g. These also come with tires, not sure what kind.

Assuming I can get them both down to about $325, which do you guys think I should go with for enthusiast-level riding? I'd appreciate your thoughts. Thanks!
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mmm...i'd get the Mavics. higher resale value later, and I've heard that's a great wheelset.
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Mavics for me.
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Originally Posted by wanders
Mavics for me.
Is that because you know both of the wheels or because you like Mavics in general?
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