Aero-ish wheelset to mess around on ...

If you want cheap and aero, get a set of wheels built up with Velocity Deep V rims and Ultegra or comparable hubs. They'll be pretty aero, a little bit heavy, and absolutely bullet proof. Depening on who builds them, they should only set you back $350-400.

3_days said:

I've been runnin' searches and reading the wheel threads to try and figure out what the heck I'm lookin' for ...

Basically, I want a set of wheels to use inside on the trainer - or in case of a flat, to throw on quickly rather than change a tube, or maybe to use with puncture resistant tires (I mostly ride a 2 mile lap and could keep extra wheels close by).

I don't want to spend a fortune - I have Gipiemme Tre's on a C-dale I ride and they seem decent enough. Should I back my Cervelo with another set of Gipiemme's, or what other wheels should I check out ...

I'm pretty clueless when it comes to wheel spec's ...

Hi,

Supergo are selling their Korso wheelset at the moment for $149. That's hard to beat. I don't know how long the deal will last (they usually go for $199). While these are definitely "cheap and cheerful" wheels, the reviews for them are generally good.

See roadbikereview.comPRD 174357 2490crx.aspxOpen ↗.

They are the same as the Neuvation wheels, and as such are aero-ish and reasonably light (1770g for the pair).

Cheers,
J.

3_days said:

I've been runnin' searches and reading the wheel threads to try and figure out what the heck I'm lookin' for ...

Basically, I want a set of wheels to use inside on the trainer - or in case of a flat, to throw on quickly rather than change a tube, or maybe to use with puncture resistant tires (I mostly ride a 2 mile lap and could keep extra wheels close by).

I don't want to spend a fortune - I have Gipiemme Tre's on a C-dale I ride and they seem decent enough. Should I back my Cervelo with another set of Gipiemme's, or what other wheels should I check out ...

I'm pretty clueless when it comes to wheel spec's ...

Are your looking for tires or a wheelset? Here is a great value on a very aero wheelset... free shipping too!

cadencecycle.compd velomax.cfmOpen ↗

artmichalek said:

If you want cheap and aero, get a set of wheels built up with Velocity Deep V rims and Ultegra or comparable hubs. They'll be pretty aero, a little bit heavy, and absolutely bullet proof. Depening on who builds them, they should only set you back $350-400.

Great recommendation. I'd like to have a set of those myself. Don't know if any wheel is "bullet-proof" , but if you can find a top-notch wheel builder, they ought to last a very long time.

Another option is the Velomax/Easton Circuits. They have a 28mm "semi-aero" rim, are fairly light at 1650 gms, and can be found at a decent price.

I'm running a pair now, and they're still tight and true at 7500 miles...no tweaking required. The cartridge-bearings in the hubs aren't holding up like a sealed Ultegra hub, but they are easy to replace.

dhk said:

Great recommendation. I'd like to have a set of those myself. Don't know if any wheel is "bullet-proof" , but if you can find a top-notch wheel builder, they ought to last a very long time.

Correction, "bullet resistant" :p And with the added benefit of being built out of readily replaceable parts.