Good entry level wheelset?
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Good entry level wheelset?
Postby brucester22 » Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:19 pm
Just wondering if there was a stand out brand know for its best bang for buck factor when it comes to entry level wheelsets?
I am after something lighter and better than what usually comes equipped on entry level road bikes.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby delazy » Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:47 pm
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby macca33 » Wed Feb 06, 2013 2:52 pm
For the $150 per set that P-L charge (plus $25 for skewers), they are fantastic value. The next step up is the Merano and I may try a pair of them for my 'better' bike soon.
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Postby TDC » Wed Feb 06, 2013 9:20 pm
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby brucester22 » Wed Feb 06, 2013 9:47 pm
Thanks for the suggestions guys, will check them out
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby jacks1071 » Wed Feb 06, 2013 10:22 pm
Pro-Lite Como, or if you can afford the extra go for the Bracciano. You'll be happy either way.brucester22 wrote:no, i want an entry level wheel set for the entry level bike i am building that are better than the wheels that come with entry level bikes that try to keep costs down by providing low quality wheelset and tiagra cassettes and chains.
Thanks for the suggestions guys, will check them out
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby Snagdog » Thu Feb 07, 2013 9:42 am
And the other thing I noticed since I ride along the beach usually into a S/E wind it felt like if I stopped peddling with the old wheels the bike would almost stop but with the fulcrums it seemed to cut through the wind with much more continued momentum.
I'm a novice in the grand scheme of the road biking wise but was absolutely stoked with the upgrade. Similar brands and weights will prob have the same advantage over the low range stock hoops.
TBH I'm Saving up for some fulcrum 1's or 3', zondas or braccinos and hopefully that will be end of the upgrading done
Hahahahaha as if
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby nickdos » Thu Feb 07, 2013 11:02 am
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Postby Jesmol » Thu Feb 07, 2013 11:13 am
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby jasonc » Fri Feb 08, 2013 2:13 pm
depending on the weight. if you're over 80kgs, no. And if you are under 80kgs, buy something better anyway.Jesmol wrote:Shimano RS-20's aren't a bad starting point.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby MarkG » Fri Feb 08, 2013 2:22 pm
Even after a year of riding nearly every day, they only needed a basic service to re-tighten the spokes, but no dramas at all.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby kunalraiker » Fri Feb 08, 2013 2:32 pm
jasonc wrote:depending on the weight. if you're over 80kgs, no. And if you are under 80kgs, buy something better anyway.Jesmol wrote:Shimano RS-20's aren't a bad starting point.
What to get if you're under 80 KGS that will make a significant difference, I have the Shimano R500's currently.
Don't want to spend over $200.00 for the set.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby jasonc » Fri Feb 08, 2013 2:39 pm
well you could try some of the following:kunalraiker wrote:jasonc wrote:depending on the weight. if you're over 80kgs, no. And if you are under 80kgs, buy something better anyway.Jesmol wrote:Shimano RS-20's aren't a bad starting point.
What to get if you're under 80 KGS that will make a significant difference, I have the Shimano R500's currently.
Don't want to spend over $200.00 for the set.
http://www.this link is broken/fulcrum-racing- ... lset-2013/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.this link is broken/Easton-EA50 ... gory=70591" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
and you may be able to find some shimano RS20s or RS30s - here you go - RS20s (RS21 actually)
http://www.cyclingexpress.com/cycle/com ... elset.aspx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
i'd recommend the pro-lite como - they are heavier, but the hub spins very well.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby kunalraiker » Fri Feb 08, 2013 2:58 pm
jasonc wrote: well you could try some of the following:
http://www.this link is broken/fulcrum-racing- ... lset-2013/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.this link is broken/Easton-EA50 ... gory=70591" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
and you may be able to find some shimano RS20s or RS30s - here you go - RS20s (RS21 actually)
http://www.cyclingexpress.com/cycle/com ... elset.aspx" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
i'd recommend the pro-lite como - they are heavier, but the hub spins very well.
I take its a simple job to attach the cassette to the rear wheel?
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby kunalraiker » Fri Feb 08, 2013 3:14 pm
Mrfenejeans wrote:Just need a chain whip, a lock ring removal tool and a spanner.
Any cheap complete toolset that I could buy, that includes all these and other cycling tools.
I'am sick of buying individual tools everytime I need something.
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Postby jacks1071 » Fri Feb 08, 2013 3:15 pm
If you want some other cassette, or can get one cheaper than we sell them for you are also welcome to purchase your own cassette and send to me (or ship to us direct from your supplier) and we'll install it prior to sending your wheels off at no extra cost.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby Jesmol » Fri Feb 08, 2013 3:24 pm
Hmmmm, wasn't aware they had a weight limit, rode mine at just over 100Kg without any issues at all.jasonc wrote:depending on the weight. if you're over 80kgs, no. And if you are under 80kgs, buy something better anyway.Jesmol wrote:Shimano RS-20's aren't a bad starting point.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby jasonc » Fri Feb 08, 2013 3:39 pm
have RS10s in a box. gave up after 2 broken spokes in 5000kms (edit: 80-odd kgs)Jesmol wrote:Hmmmm, wasn't aware they had a weight limit, rode mine at just over 100Kg without any issues at all.jasonc wrote:depending on the weight. if you're over 80kgs, no. And if you are under 80kgs, buy something better anyway.Jesmol wrote:Shimano RS-20's aren't a bad starting point.
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby foo on patrol » Fri Feb 08, 2013 7:43 pm
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby jasonc » Fri Feb 08, 2013 7:48 pm
In my case, I ride my bike like I stole it.foo on patrol wrote:I read with some WTH on all these low spoke wheels and weight problems. I have 16/20 spoke WHR-500 wheels and weigh 104-110Kgs and these wheels still run true after 3yrs, so you got me stuffed why, people have so much trouble keeping them true?
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Re: Good entry level wheelset?
Postby spokeless » Mon Feb 11, 2013 1:48 pm
You can get them at Cell Bikes for $220.00 per set.
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