Wheelbuilder/rider opinions please

[Dromen]

I just purchased a bike with almost new Aerohead28/Aerohead OC32/Velocity Race wheelset. I have switched most of my bikes over to 23mm rims. I can not find any timely comparitive information on the Aeroheads now that the 'wides' are all over the market. Can i get some feedback on AH v wides from the experts and riders who have ride/build experience on both?

FYI:
185#
Road riding only - no racing
75-125 typical ride
Varied terrain from IL flats to Rockie Mts

Thanks to all in advance.

[oldpotatoe]

I just purchased a bike with almost new Aerohead28/Aerohead OC32/Velocity Race wheelset. I have switched most of my bikes over to 23mm rims. I can not find any timely comparitive information on the Aeroheads now that the 'wides' are all over the market. Can i get some feedback on AH v wides from the experts and riders who have ride/build experience on both?

FYI:
185#
Road riding only - no racing
75-125 typical ride
Varied terrain from IL flats to Rockie Mts

Thanks to all in advance.

Since you have 'wides', slap some tires on the 'narrows' and tell us?

Aeroheads/OC rear are great rims, pretty light, build well and if built well and appropriate to the rider, last a long time.

[ergott]

You are asking for opinions after you purchased them?

As above, put the tires on and giddy-up. Volume is lower so you might experiment by increasing pressure 5-10psi.

[Dromen]

Since you have 'wides', slap some tires on the 'narrows' and tell us?

Aeroheads/OC rear are great rims, pretty light, build well and if built well and appropriate to the rider, last a long time.

OP, will be on Chicago roads in April, maybe March. I will surely submit some info then. Looking for a little headstart to taint my brain.

[Dromen]

You are asking for opinions after you purchased them?

As above, put the tires on and giddy-up. Volume is lower so you might experiment by increasing pressure 5-10psi.

Ergott,
They came with full build purchase. Had good luck with A23s so far and didn't see point in negotiating the wheels out of the full build.

[Gummee]

They'll ride like wheels. Little lighter, maybe a little stiffer because of the OC than the A23s, but overall...

They're wheels.

M

[cmg]

had a set that were built by Mike Garcia. mine were built using Sapim cx-ray spokes, very durable, had them for 3 seasons. ride them.

[saab2000]

I have some Aerohead O/Cs and some A23s. I prefer the Aeroheads with the O/C rear. I ride them with 23mm tires.

[AngryScientist]

the wide rim craze is a little overblown IMO, i have aeroheads, and with the right tire pressure, they ride just fine.

[oldpotatoe]

the wide rim craze is a little overblown IMO, i have aeroheads, and with the right tire pressure, they ride just fine.

'little'??

Too many change too many things when they go to wide rims..often tires, manufacturer and type AND pressures..When just goin to a wider tire with less air would make for ooo-ahhh rides.

[AngryScientist]

'little'??

Too many change too many things when they go to wide rims..often tires, manufacturer and type AND pressures..When just goin to a wider tire with less air would make for ooo-ahhh rides.

agree 100%.

[ergott]

I'm not saying everyone should go out and buy a pair, but if you are already considering a new set of wheels they are worth a try. I won't back to skinny rims. I prefer the handling. Horses from courses.

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