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Yes, but only Enve 6.8.
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Originally Posted by SpeshulEd
(Post 16656425)
Thats why you buy online with no sales tax or shipping charges!
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Originally Posted by Fox Farm
(Post 16656270)
Take a look at Boyd. You don't have to break the budget for Zipp or Enve or MadFiber
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Do they have some sort of energy generation device inside them? If not, then probably not. They'll look cool to you (maybe), and if that makes you ride more it may be worth it to you. Only you know your budget constraints.
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Originally Posted by alwaysonjohn
(Post 16656186)
Hey guys,
I have a 2009 Cannondale Super Six where I have upgraded the gears to 105 and ultegra mixture. I am wondering if a carbon wheel set will be a worthwhile upgrade? I cycle around 10-15 miles on the road at a time for around 50 miles a week for now. The roads here in Clarksville TN are hilly so any help in hill climbing would be beneficial to my ride. I am signing up for a 34 miler that is coming up in two months so i'm looking for anything that can help with speed. SO for those that have bought carbon wheels was it worth it? Also, what wheel sets do you recommend? My budget is around $1400. I get lots of complimentsI shot a rookie video about the bike and wheels here > Warning you might feel sea sick after watching the vid :) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcRd...eature=mh_lolz |
If you're into 'pro looks' - yes, they're worth it.
If you race and really NEED seconds on the hour gained for your racing, yes, also worth it. Otherwise, definitely NOT worth it. Gains are too small and comfort advantage too trivial for spending that kind of money. You'd be far better off getting a pro bike fit (again, if you haven't done one for awhile) for like 1/3rd or 1/5th the cost. |
Originally Posted by BoSoxYacht
(Post 16656267)
Save the $1500 , and ride more. This will make you faster than any wheelset purchase that doesn't include a motor.
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This is clearly a troll. Clarksville is flat. They have a century that is popular because folks can do a faster ride than almost anywhere else in the South. :lol:
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I'd say "Yes" except for one thing. Tires. Two things actually. It would be a waste to put reasonable commuting/around town tires on carbon wheels, so instead of the $10-$15 tires like I favor it would be a matter of constantly replacing high-dollar tires on them. It's better to not even start down that path.
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For 15 miles, you might consider some faux SSC SL's ;). I've been keeping my eyes open for a decent hybrid for my mother-in-law. The wheels on this Schwinn had me doing a double-take (compare with a real set below):
http://images.craigslist.org/00M0M_8...FG_600x450.jpg http://fstatic1.rennrad-news.de/img/...al/Ksyrium.jpg |
no...RS-10's aren't light, but you don't need to go to carbon either. Get a lightweight pair of Ksyriums, ROLs, PSIMETs, etc. You'll knock a pound off your bike, increase wheel stiffness, and have an extra ~$800 in your pocket.
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Originally Posted by shelbyfv
(Post 16656611)
This is clearly a troll. Clarksville is flat. They have a century that is popular because folks can do a faster ride than almost anywhere else in the South. :lol:
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Op or anyone that would like a new oval tubular wheel set with brand new tires,let me know it'll save you the 1400.00 and all you gotta do is put your cassette on and your on the road.Pay whatever you want and pay for shipping,that'll solve your problem.
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Originally Posted by Samfujiabq
(Post 16656874)
Op or anyone that would like a new oval tubular wheel set with brand new tires,let me know it'll save you the 1400.00 and all you gotta do is put your cassette on and your on the road.Pay whatever you want and pay for shipping,that'll solve your problem.
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I use my oval rims as boat anchors.
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Originally Posted by SpeshulEd
(Post 16656932)
I use my oval rims as boat anchors.
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Ha, no its a brand. They do the stock Fuji parts. My wheels that came on my first bike were heavy as hell.
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Originally Posted by floridamtb
(Post 16656604)
EXACTLY! It's the indian, not the arrow
It's the racist, not the slur. Probably means the same thing though. :thumb: |
Originally Posted by hack
(Post 16656816)
no...RS-10's aren't light, but you don't need to go to carbon either. Get a lightweight pair of Ksyriums, ROLs, PSIMETs, etc. You'll knock a pound off your bike, increase wheel stiffness, and have an extra ~$800 in your pocket.
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yeah the sales tax is insane down here. I went for a 10 miler today with a good hill that lasted nearly a mile (using edmondo). I'm seeing that carbon is more for looks than anything. I am now thinking of either saving the money for some trips to go on a longer ride or getting the dura-ace wheel set in the classified since it has some nicer hubs, and is fairly cheap ($500). Thanks for all the responses.
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Originally Posted by SpeshulEd
(Post 16656932)
I use my oval rims as boat anchors.
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Originally Posted by alwaysonjohn
(Post 16656186)
Hey guys,
I have a 2009 Cannondale Super Six where I have upgraded the gears to 105 and ultegra mixture. I am wondering if a carbon wheel set will be a worthwhile upgrade? I cycle around 10-15 miles on the road at a time for around 50 miles a week for now. The roads here in Clarksville TN are hilly so any help in hill climbing would be beneficial to my ride. I am signing up for a 34 miler that is coming up in two months so i'm looking for anything that can help with speed. SO for those that have bought carbon wheels was it worth it? Also, what wheel sets do you recommend? My budget is around $1400. Cheers |
The best cross-functional (both for climbing and flats) upgrade would be new tires (Vittoria Corsa Evo CX III is my recommendation) if you want speed.
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Or Spinergy Stealth. Alloy brake tracks so you don't have to worry about brake pads or a shatter on bottom-out, but carbon second wall for aero depth, weight, and stiffness. They run about $900 new current model. If you get 2nd-hand, uncommon color, I think I only paid 300 for mine.
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Originally Posted by Samfujiabq
(Post 16656874)
Op or anyone that would like a new oval tubular wheel set with brand new tires,let me know it'll save you the 1400.00 and all you gotta do is put your cassette on and your on the road.Pay whatever you want and pay for shipping,that'll solve your problem.
Originally Posted by Samfujiabq
(Post 16657436)
KMA,,didn't offer them to you in the first place,
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