Why would that be? I understand there may at times be a lead time getting a replacement spoke, but if your LBS mech holds the appropriate stock for quick replacement, what would be the problem with specific proprietary spokes?ball bearing wrote:I have a friend who owns a bike shop and he says to stay away from a wheel with non-standard spokes
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Postby Purt » Sat Jul 28, 2012 9:51 pm
The company can charge whatever they want for them, they know you have to buy it.clydesmcdale wrote: what would be the problem with specific proprietary spokes?
I'll never buy proprietary wheels again, $20 for an xtr spoke is a joke.
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Postby ball bearing » Sat Jul 28, 2012 10:21 pm
I think you answered your own question - time. I have been looking around for a set of spare spokes for the Shimamo c24 and I found one place in Europe. I am beginning to rethink my choice of wheels.clydesmcdale wrote:Why would that be? I understand there may at times be a lead time getting a replacement spoke, but if your LBS mech holds the appropriate stock for quick replacement, what would be the problem with specific proprietary spokes?ball bearing wrote:I have a friend who owns a bike shop and he says to stay away from a wheel with non-standard spokes
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Postby steve-waters » Sat Jul 28, 2012 10:50 pm
MTB:TWE 29er, Fox Terralogic, XT, 3T and TWE wheels
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Postby sir_camel » Mon Jul 30, 2012 7:01 pm
Yep my Zondas arrived today after ordering on Thursday. Couldn't ask for better. Thanks Wiggle.themerlin wrote:Wow ordered Friday and turned up today (Monday) hope the wheels are that fast
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Postby themerlin » Mon Jul 30, 2012 7:15 pm
I picked the standard postage without the quick despatch and they send them dhl within a few hours of order. Quicker then Australia post sending something locallysir_camel wrote:Yep my Zondas arrived today after ordering on Thursday. Couldn't ask for better. Thanks Wiggle.themerlin wrote:Wow ordered Friday and turned up today (Monday) hope the wheels are that fast
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Postby Ozkaban » Mon Jul 30, 2012 7:39 pm
+1, except I've only done about 1000km on mineajmit3 wrote:More spam here - done about 5000km on the pro lite braciannos and I'm very happy with them , they are light and bomb proof... Excellent value for the $$
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Postby themerlin » Mon Jul 30, 2012 7:45 pm
The max weight is 109 but it says you have to inspect them more often if your over 83kg. Not sur if that's standard or not.clydesmcdale wrote:I've also just picked up some Zondas from wiggle, after 150km or so this week I'm loving them. Significantly stiffer than my stock RS10 wheels leading to climbing being a lot more responsive.
At under $400 for wheels that are rated up to 109kg that look as hot as they do... Can't go wrong.
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Re: Best strong Climbing wheelset at reasonable price
Postby jheeno » Mon Jan 07, 2013 11:01 am
but what do people thing about New old stock (appear to be the 2009 model Ksyrium ELITE)
http://www.cyclingdeal.com.au/buy/mavic ... /KSY-ELITE
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Postby jacks1071 » Mon Jan 07, 2013 4:14 pm
The Bracciano's are better in everyway and you can get current model stock with full warranty and local support for less than NOS Ksyrium's.jheeno wrote:thread digging
but what do people thing about New old stock (appear to be the 2009 model Ksyrium ELITE)
http://www.cyclingdeal.com.au/buy/mavic ... /KSY-ELITE
http://www.pro-liteoz.com/store/index.p ... oductId=19" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Postby skull » Mon Jan 07, 2013 6:45 pm
A wheelset for less that $400?jacks1071 wrote:The Bracciano's are better in everyway and you can get current model stock with full warranty and local support for less than NOS Ksyrium's.jheeno wrote:thread digging
but what do people thing about New old stock (appear to be the 2009 model Ksyrium ELITE)
http://www.cyclingdeal.com.au/buy/mavic ... /KSY-ELITE
http://www.pro-liteoz.com/store/index.p ... oductId=19" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
And considered better than Mavic Ksyrium elites??
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Postby slowK » Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:41 am
http://beta.bikesoul.com/s2/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
About $510 delivered, 1295g, wide rimmed.
Got a quick response from Sean via email when I had an enquiry. Showed the website to a workmate - he ordered a set yesterday.
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Postby jacks1071 » Tue Jan 08, 2013 12:03 pm
Pleanty of guys in Brisbane on Bracciano's who I'm sure would be only too happy to help you out with a test ride. If you pop a post on here, one of the team riders I'm sure will take you out and swap wheels with you for the ride:
https://www.facebook.com/JSSCT" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Alternately, buy a set - if you don't think they are a better thing that you've already got, return them and I'll give you your money back.
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Postby jacks1071 » Tue Jan 08, 2013 12:05 pm
I wouldn't - do a search and you'll find very mixed reviews on their products and service.slowK wrote:I'm thinking of getting these:
http://beta.bikesoul.com/s2/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
About $510 delivered, 1295g, wide rimmed.
Got a quick response from Sean via email when I had an enquiry. Showed the website to a workmate - he ordered a set yesterday.
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Postby joewrcompositi » Tue Jan 08, 2013 2:16 pm
+1MarkG wrote:Fulcrum Zero or 1's - both excellent, bullet proof wheels with exceptional hubs and no weight limit.
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Postby antipodean » Tue Jan 08, 2013 8:12 pm
Pretty poor form here especially from a supposedly reputable supplier.jacks1071 wrote:I wouldn't - do a search and you'll find very mixed reviews on their products and service.
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Postby jacks1071 » Wed Jan 09, 2013 12:10 am
"supposedly reputable" I'm not sure what I'm to take from that. Do you have a problem? If so, feel free to PM or even better phone me so we can take care of that.antipodean wrote:Pretty poor form here especially from a supposedly reputable supplier.jacks1071 wrote:I wouldn't - do a search and you'll find very mixed reviews on their products and service.
You might like to read this thread:
http://www.bicycles.net.au/forums/viewt ... .0#p792950" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Postby MarkG » Wed Jan 09, 2013 12:22 am
Mod says: Comment removed. Robust discussion is encouraged, personal insults are not.antipodean wrote:Pretty poor form here especially from a supposedly reputable supplier.jacks1071 wrote:I wouldn't - do a search and you'll find very mixed reviews on their products and service.
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Postby Shpox » Wed Jan 09, 2013 6:55 am
Will give it a crack mate. Sounds like a man that stands behind his product.jacks1071 wrote: Pleanty of guys in Brisbane on Bracciano's who I'm sure would be only too happy to help you out with a test ride. If you pop a post on here, one of the team riders I'm sure will take you out and swap wheels with you for the ride:
https://www.facebook.com/JSSCT" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Alternately, buy a set - if you don't think they are a better thing that you've already got, return them and I'll give you your money back.
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Re: Best strong Climbing wheelset at reasonable price
Postby Ross » Wed Jan 09, 2013 12:44 pm
Wouldn't be too hard. Mavic wheels are so overated.skull wrote: A wheelset for less that $400?
And considered better than Mavic Ksyrium elites??
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