lets see pics of CF bikes with alloy wheels

[AngryScientist]

In a never ending quest for the ultimate set-up, i'm now thinking i need an additional set of wheels for my new CF bike, alloy clinchers to save some abuse on the carbon wheels. IMO carbon section wheels look so right on a modern CF bike, what alu clinchers also fit the bill. since these will be the beat-up wheels, budget will be modest for these.

thoughts??

[oldpotatoe]

In a never ending quest for the ultimate set-up, i'm now thinking i need an additional set of wheels for my new CF bike, alloy clinchers to save some abuse on the carbon wheels. IMO carbon section wheels look so right on a modern CF bike, what alu clinchers also fit the bill. since these will be the beat-up wheels, budget will be modest for these.

thoughts??

CXP-33, Velocity Fusion or Deep V, DT 585 or what they should be, Velocity ProElites-tubulars cuz ya know, clinchers are for.....well ya know.

Handbuilt to an appropriate hubset, built well.

[veloduffer]

Here is my Parlee with Stan's Alpha 340 rims, Alchemy hubs and Sapim CX-Ray spokes (except on the DS which are Wheelsmith) and red alloy nipples. Built by our forumite, Eric Ergott, and came in at exactly 1310 grams (built for me at 175 lbs but easy on equipment).

http://racerx.zenfolio.com/img/s11/v36/p1034684474-4.jpg

[EDS]

In a never ending quest for the ultimate set-up, i'm now thinking i need an additional set of wheels for my new CF bike, alloy clinchers to save some abuse on the carbon wheels. IMO carbon section wheels look so right on a modern CF bike, what alu clinchers also fit the bill. since these will be the beat-up wheels, budget will be modest for these.

thoughts??

Don't you own a set of clinchers you can swap from another bike?

[veloduffer]

In a never ending quest for the ultimate set-up, i'm now thinking i need an additional set of wheels for my new CF bike, alloy clinchers to save some abuse on the carbon wheels. IMO carbon section wheels look so right on a modern CF bike, what alu clinchers also fit the bill. since these will be the beat-up wheels, budget will be modest for these.

thoughts??

Sorry, I missed the "budget" bit. What about some Velocity A23s built with Shimano/Campy hubs? Probably get under $500 for those.

I have a set of HED Bastognes (Campy, low mileage) and Ultegra 6700 wheels (new) that I need to sell. If you want to really keep the price low, I also have an almost new set of Mavic Askium Race (shimano). PM me if you're interested.

[cmg]

get a set from bicycle wheel warehouse http://www.bicyclewheelwarehouse.com/road/riders-198-or-less/cat_53.html any set would work.

[christian]

Looks good to me.

http://www.pavepavepave.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Boonen-Ronde-van-Vlaanderen-2010.jpg

[rice rocket]

I got my set of Flashpoints on here for $525 from guylimey on here. I've put about 2-3k miles of potholes and been through two pretty serious crashes, and they continue to tick. :)

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Tv6A-bszdp0/TNpLuC7mjAI/AAAAAAAABZg/omeA3EFLV3s/s699/CIMG1592.JPG

I took the stickers off.

[laupsi]

just curious, those wheels are alloy? are they heavy?

[rice rocket]

They're alloy brake surface/clincher hook, the spoke nipples are threaded into the carbon though. They aren't light (1800g or so), you'd have to get the Zipps for that (same shape and construction, different/cheaper carbon for cost savings).

I think the aluminum brake surface is a good compromise for the hilly descents I have around here. A little extra weight, but (a) it won't debead a tire and kill me when I overheat the brake surface, and (b) I can use them in the wet and achieve acceptable braking.

[laupsi]

They're alloy brake surface/clincher hook, the spoke nipples are threaded into the carbon though. They aren't light (1800g or so), you'd have to get the Zipps for that (same shape and construction, different/cheaper carbon for cost savings).

I think the aluminum brake surface is a good compromise for the hilly descents I have around here. A little extra weight, but (a) it won't debead a tire and kill me when I overheat the brake surface, and (b) I can use them in the wet and achieve acceptable braking.

understood, know all about descending on carbons where heavy braking is required. they're a good looking wheelset nonetheless.

[Bob Ross]

http://i642.photobucket.com/albums/uu144/Dildo-Boy/Synapse_1118.jpg



DT Swiss RR1.1 rims, 240s hubs, and SuperComp spokes, 28h 2x, handbuilt by Joe Young ...on a 2005 Cannondale Synapse Carbon 2.







...and before anyone says anything, there's actually about 3cm saddle-to-bar drop on this bike, it's just a weird angle on the picture!

[bheight1]

With the graphics on your new Argon-18 and Chorus build, these fit the ultimate set-up in ultra dark label--BUT NOT the budget, at least new:

http://www.campagnolo.com/jsp/en/wheelsdetail/item_shamalultra2WF_catid_10.jsp

[tiretrax]

I use Ksyrium ES's, and they look nice. The black rims and spokes match nicely with my black and white frame.

[thwart]

These are Kinlin NB-R's laced to black White Industry hubs, Sapim X-Rays.

They're quite light. I'm only 150 in season, so they've been durable, even in pothole country.

The 'old' Look 481SL still rides well.

[LegendRider]

Picture quality stinks, but a C50 with Hed Belgiums does not!

http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q599/MWTrimble/Colnago.jpg

[saab2000]

These are Kinlin NB-R's laced to black White Industry hubs, Sapim X-Rays.

They're quite light. I'm only 150 in season, so they've been durable, even in pothole country.

The 'old' Look 481SL still rides well.


Doesn't surprise me. Those 'old' Looks rode as well as any bikes I've ever ridden. I had a 381 and the ride quality was awesome. Smooth and comfortable.

[bobswire]

Budget wheels
These > http://www.velomine.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=86_235_242&products_id=1876
These> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270976349276
Or these if you have Campy> http://www.velomine.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=86_235_236&products_id=584

[rice rocket]

If you're doing a cheap-as-possible build, you might as well jump on the wide rim bandwagon and get some of those new rims @ bikehubstore.com.

http://www.bikehubstore.com/category-s/162.htm

[slidey]

Might I suggest a pair of used DA7800. I bought these used from my friend, who put on around 3000 or so everywhere miles on them. Now I'm doing the same...1000 miles in and I love them. Hubs roll smooth, silent, not a boat anchor, etc etc.

I really love these.

[bobswire]

Neuvation is having a great sale on R28 Aero Wheels (silver) for both campy or shimano at $200 plus shipping. I have a set of these and they track excellent.

http://www.neuvationcycling.com/product/neuvation-r28a-aero-set-silver-1490.htm

[AngryScientist]

thanks for all of the suggestions folks, lots to think over. of course, the answer is - yes, i do have other perfectly good wheelsets that can be put on this bike, just weighing out the options. :beer:

[TMB]

These are Kinlin NB-R's laced to black White Industry hubs, Sapim X-Rays.

They're quite light. I'm only 150 in season, so they've been durable, even in pothole country.

The 'old' Look 481SL still rides well.

That right there is pretty much the only Carbon bike I would ever own.

Oh, and 150 pounds???? My shoes weigh more than that.

[Hank Scorpio]

Parlee with Eurus

[bobswire]

Might I suggest a pair of used DA7800. I bought these used from my friend, who put on around 3000 or so everywhere miles on them. Now I'm doing the same...1000 miles in and I love them. Hubs roll smooth, silent, not a boat anchor, etc etc.

I really love these.
That's better.
http://i50.tinypic.com/2ntxr9i.jpg

[handsomerob]

Picture quality stinks, but a C50 with Hed Belgiums does not!

http://i1165.photobucket.com/albums/q599/MWTrimble/Colnago.jpg

I must say that is a proper looking rig. no fluff, white tape and saddle, and the drops are dirty. good on you.

[fogrider]

thanks for all of the suggestions folks, lots to think over. of course, the answer is - yes, i do have other perfectly good wheelsets that can be put on this bike, just weighing out the options. :beer:

not only do you need t swap the wheels, you need to switch out the pads! if you want to ride alum rims, just get on a different bike!

[fourflys]

Here is my Hakkalugi with her "road wheels" on, on a little dirt detour... the wheels are DT Swiss 240s hubs laced to RR 1.1 rims...
http://threeflys.smugmug.com/Sports/Cycling/i-PCbpcWs/0/L/IMG2599-L.jpg
http://threeflys.smugmug.com/Sports/Cycling/i-2hnGwVR/0/L/IMG2600-L.jpg

[Jaq]

These are Kinlin NB-R's laced to black White Industry hubs, Sapim X-Rays.

They're quite light. I'm only 150 in season, so they've been durable, even in pothole country.

The 'old' Look 481SL still rides well.

That "old look" is spectacular. Wow, it's just beautiful.

[Elefantino]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l84/gmmtwo/Roubaix1.jpg

[fuzzalow]

Standard government issue c50 with Campy hubs, cx-rays & Velocity DeepV rims.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gwoXL8wWMnI/T7vB7Gp3cwI/AAAAAAAAAFM/fxcIdGdin_g/s626/c50.jpg

[handsomerob]

Standard government issue c50 with Campy hubs, cx-rays & Velocity DeepV rims.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gwoXL8wWMnI/T7vB7Gp3cwI/AAAAAAAAAFM/fxcIdGdin_g/s626/c50.jpg

Jesus... you C-50 boys just don't mess around. I'm guessing there's a little OCD in that set up right there. Fess up, you used a laser level for the saddle, stem, and drops??

[CaliFly]

Standard government issue c50 with Campy hubs, cx-rays & Velocity DeepV rims.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gwoXL8wWMnI/T7vB7Gp3cwI/AAAAAAAAAFM/fxcIdGdin_g/s626/c50.jpg

Good night irene...I think I found my white whale! Looks like my size, too. Let me know when you get bored with it. ;)

[54ny77]

you could always go with mavic carbone sl's if you like "the look" of something deep section but with alu. brake surface.

[craptacular]

Even better would be a set of Mavic Ksyrium SLRs... (http://forums.thepaceline.net/showthread.php?t=109727)

[Bob Ross]

Jesus... you C-50 boys just don't mess around. I'm guessing there's a little OCD in that set up right there. Fess up, you used a laser level for the saddle, stem, and drops??

I LOL'd
...but yeah, that's definitely a "proper" looking bike.

[Fixed]

I must say that is a proper looking rig. no fluff, white tape and saddle, and the drops are dirty. good on you.

Agreed
A happy bike
Cheers

[fuzzalow]

Jesus... you C-50 boys just don't mess around. I'm guessing there's a little OCD in that set up right there. Fess up, you used a laser level for the saddle, stem, and drops??

LOL, there's gonna be somebody out there that thinks this bike is set up like this only for the look. If I used a laser level, which I did not, I'd fess that up to you blokes. If there is any crowd I would not be embarrassed to admit something like that to, it'd be this one.

[soupless]

Fuzzalow-


WOW!



Sincerely,
P

[buldogge]

^^^Very nice indeed. I'd hit it (looks a little small though, unfortunately)!

-Mark in St. Louis

[holliscx]

Much prefer this look to the other way around

[bobswire]

Pedal Force UD Carbon QS3-ISP Frame -Campagnolo Centaur Components-Velocity Road Hubs Interloc Niobium Rims.

http://i45.tinypic.com/2z7hnqg.jpg

[KeithNYC]

record hubs to cxp-33s