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Old 11-08-10 | 10:41 PM
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Cheap fixed wheelset

Well some guy on craigslist was nice enough to give me a Peugeot frame since mine was stolen, and I plan on converting it to a fixed gear. I'm looking for a very plain fixed wheelset, under $100, if possible. Recommendations? Also, the frame is roughly 57-58cm (I measured), and I'm about 6'1-6'2. I know this bike is on the smaller side for my height, will it be too uncomfortable?
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Old 11-08-10 | 11:11 PM
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Weinmann DP18 - 100$ Wheelset

https://www.velomine.com/index.php?ma...jo56b6n1436dk4

Eightinch Amelia- 100$ Wheelset.

https://www.cyclingcloseouts.com/Products/Eighthinch-Amelia-Wheelset-in-Black--White--Silver--or-Lime-Green__amelia_wheels.aspx

Both are decent wheelsets and will last just fine with proper maintenance.

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Included with every eighth inch wheelset is tires, tubes, rim strips, 16t Cog & a lockring!
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Old 11-08-10 | 11:26 PM
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Weinmann DP18 - 100$ Wheelset

https://www.velomine.com/index.php?ma...jo56b6n1436dk4

Eightinch Amelia- 100$ Wheelset.

https://www.cyclingcloseouts.com/Products/Eighthinch-Amelia-Wheelset-in-Black--White--Silver--or-Lime-Green__amelia_wheels.aspx

Both are decent wheelsets and will last just fine with proper maintenance.

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Dope man. The amelia's look good, however, i must be the only person who hates black spokes.
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Old 11-08-10 | 11:51 PM
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Ya but tires tubes and a cog will run you at least 30$. I think they are perfect for they budget build.
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Old 11-09-10 | 01:27 AM
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the amelias are a good deal...if youre tight on the money.
comes with everything you need, tires, tubes, lockring, fixed cog, and freewheel? not sure onthe last one

but yeah, ordered a pair a while ago. the downsides...cheap chinese tires, def not kendas, heavy, and hubs leave much to be desired.
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Old 11-09-10 | 03:52 AM
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I noticed the Weinmann wheels have a non-machined sidewall. Doesn't this mean brake pads don't work as well on these?
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Old 11-09-10 | 08:24 AM
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Originally Posted by YaBoiHeSoFresh
I noticed the Weinmann wheels have a non-machined sidewall. Doesn't this mean brake pads don't work as well on these?
Yes that's what it means. Also your brakes will squeel alot too. I suggest machined walls.

Weinmann does make machined wheels though. Just look around for them.
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i've had excellent dealings with bicycle wheel warehouse, their cheapest fixed wheelset is 99$$ and sounds like it will be an excellent wheelset for the money.
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Old 11-09-10 | 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Capocaccia
Yes that's what it means. Also your brakes will squeel alot too. I suggest machined walls.

Weinmann does make machined wheels though. Just look around for them.
hmm...im not sure if i can agree with this. it must be a case by case situation.

Because I am currently running Velocity deep vs with non-machined walls, and I have no fading and no squeaking at all...silent like a ninja

The brake I am using is a shimano 500 caliber if it makes a difference.
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Old 11-09-10 | 04:51 PM
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Either of those wheelsets posted should be fine.

Originally Posted by klaw091
.....is a shimano 500 caliber .....
That would be a very large round!
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Old 11-10-10 | 11:02 PM
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www.bikeisland.com has got a set of Vueltas for 99.95 w/no shipping.
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Old 11-11-10 | 02:57 AM
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i'd much rather have a set of alex r450's to formulas than any of the aforementioned plus 12 bucks.
https://www.benscycle.net/index.php?m...oducts_id=5622

but that's just me. if you need oodles of spokes, or if you really just need a crap wheelset, go with the complete tire set. or tech9, they're all the same.
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Old 11-11-10 | 04:17 AM
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it is not cheap enough
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Old 11-12-10 | 08:21 PM
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I was also looking for a cheap wheelset but I wanted some 700s.
Does anyone know where I can get some decent quality and priced deep v's?
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Old 11-12-10 | 10:47 PM
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dp18s are not deep v's but they're the closest you'll get without spending 200 at bell's or another ebay dealer. and 200 may be 2008 prices, i can't seem to find anything that low now.
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Old 11-12-10 | 11:46 PM
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Originally Posted by cc700
dp18s are not deep v's but they're the closest you'll get without spending 200 at bell's or another ebay dealer. and 200 may be 2008 prices, i can't seem to find anything that low now.
DP 18's are the exact same 30mm depth as Velocity "deep Vs". So are Alex Race 30 wheels.
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Old 11-13-10 | 12:15 AM
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yeah but they are slightly heavier and have a defined lip around the braking surface, machined or not. thus, 'closest.'


btw i say heavier, really i mean a 455lbs cow vs. a 467lbs cow.

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Originally Posted by Capocaccia
DP 18's are the exact same 30mm depth as Velocity "deep Vs". So are Alex Race 30 wheels.
tr00th, and they have been great on my conversion!

the O8 hubs are a little silly though...

also, im pretty sure my 18's come with a braking surface, i wouldn't really know from experience though....
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Old 11-13-10 | 12:15 PM
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OP listens to chillwave, therefore shouldn't ride with brakes.

Lol, just kidding. If you don't, though, definitely go for the DP18 set! I have an LP18/Origin 8 set that I love. Cheap but smooth and fairly light.
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Old 11-13-10 | 01:01 PM
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Velomine has Deep V to Formula for as low as $165 and DP18s as low as $100. Both are pretty good deals.
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