Light non-deep wheels
03-17-11 | 06:08 PM
#26
A little North of Hell
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Hey everyone,
Yes, I have used the search function. I have gathered quite a lot of information, but I'd like some help deciphering and interpreting it.
I'm looking for a low-profile wheelset that is as light as possible. However, I'm only looking to spend around $200 (definitely not more than $250) for the wheelset.
Yes, I have used the search function. I have gathered quite a lot of information, but I'd like some help deciphering and interpreting it.
I'm looking for a low-profile wheelset that is as light as possible. However, I'm only looking to spend around $200 (definitely not more than $250) for the wheelset.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...=1#post9784376
03-17-11 | 07:20 PM
#27
i smell bacon
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Bikes: Geekhouse Deerfield, GT Edge Ti, Spooky Skeletor, TET Track, Ritchey P-650b, Bridgestone MB-3
i ride this as my front wheel on my fg:
https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...3_20000_400934
it's lighter than the posted wabi and probably within your price range when performance has discounts and stuff. i'm 140lbs so having less spokes/less bulletproof wheel is not a big deal for me.
https://www.performancebike.com/bikes...3_20000_400934
it's lighter than the posted wabi and probably within your price range when performance has discounts and stuff. i'm 140lbs so having less spokes/less bulletproof wheel is not a big deal for me.
03-18-11 | 11:01 AM
#29
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I wouldn't worry about the XR-200 if you're building them with a high spoke count. https://fairwheelbikes.com/kinlin-xr2...im-p-1214.html
However, if you are worried about their durability the XR-270 is more durable and still very light (mine were only a few grams more than open pros). https://fairwheelbikes.com/kinlin-xr2...im-p-1215.html
However, if you are worried about their durability the XR-270 is more durable and still very light (mine were only a few grams more than open pros). https://fairwheelbikes.com/kinlin-xr2...im-p-1215.html
03-18-11 | 11:04 AM
#30
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The titans are pretty nice, especially for the price. I prefer wheels without proprietary anything, but I used to work for Performance and if one of their house brand products break you can usually just bring it in and get a new one, even without a receipt.
03-18-11 | 11:57 PM
#31
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Awesome, thanks for the replies everyone! Now that I've learned so much about the different wheelsets available, I feel confident that I can make an informed decision.
As much as I would like to buy super light rims and double butted spokes and go all-out on a really nice, superlight wheel, my budget still takes precedence over my inner weight weenie whisperings. I decided to stick with the Mavic CXP22's, but only because it's a cheap wheelset; I have to remind myself that I'm not going for a premium build. Nevertheless, I really learned a lot about wheelsets over the past few days and I really appreciate all your guys' help!
As much as I would like to buy super light rims and double butted spokes and go all-out on a really nice, superlight wheel, my budget still takes precedence over my inner weight weenie whisperings. I decided to stick with the Mavic CXP22's, but only because it's a cheap wheelset; I have to remind myself that I'm not going for a premium build. Nevertheless, I really learned a lot about wheelsets over the past few days and I really appreciate all your guys' help!
