Best Road Wheelset under $500

[Tickdoc]

Originally Posted by alfordjo

Just a quick update....OldPotatoe is building a set of wheels for me.

I am really excited as my frame just got back from refinishing and I have all my other parts on order...

Should be up and running in a couple of weeks.

Thanks for all the help,

Jonathan

That sounds exciting! Love the anticipation and selection of final parts for a new build.

[ontarget]

While Zondas are a great value, no doubt, Oldpotato is a great wheel builder who charges far less than he's worth. In the unlikely event that you need a repair, he uses all standard components that are easily sourced. Peter built me a set of wheels about 2 years ago and I couldn't be happier. Over 6000 miles later and they're just as true and round as the day I received them. He'd be my first choice for a wheel builder, and it sounds like you aren't far from him.

If you let Peter know what you weigh and how you ride he'll make a good recommendation.

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[Clean39T]

Originally Posted by ontarget

While Zondas are a great value, no doubt, Oldpotato is a great wheel builder who charges far less than he's worth. In the unlikely event that you need a repair, he uses all standard components that are easily sourced. Peter built me a set of wheels about 2 years ago and I couldn't be happier. Over 6000 miles later and they're just as true and round as the day I received them. He'd be my first choice for a wheel builder, and it sounds like you aren't far from him.

If you let Peter know what you weigh and how you ride he'll make a good recommendation.

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+1 - I haven't purchased any directly, but I've had a few pairs of his second-hand, and all have been perfect...

[oldpotatoe]

Many thanks, for the OP..rims here, spokes to be cut tomorrow..hubs tomorrow..wheels should be done NLT this WE.

Anybody curious..6800 hubs laced to DT 460..nice wheelset.

[Dekonick]

Originally Posted by old_fat_and_slow

Used Neutrons. Oops you're running Shimano, nevermind. Maybe something in the Fulcrum line-up. Racing 3's.

Before job related injuries and lack of time, I loved riding on my Neutrons and -even better- Protons. Good luck finding old Protons... Wish they still made them.

[oldpotatoe]

Originally Posted by Dekonick

Before job related injuries and lack of time, I loved riding on my Neutrons and -even better- Protons. Good luck finding old Protons... Wish they still made them.

BUT..make sure they are 2 cross rear..the V1, 1 cross rears broke spokes regularly...

[jfranci3]

I'd recommend DT swiss 32mm wheel options if you live in a flat area. Can be found for $350, have a DT swiss 370 (prawl) or 350 (Star ratchet) hub, aero spokes, can take a beating, look good, comes in a few flavors, and aero-er than most options.

[tsarpepe]

Can't believe how many people said Zondas, although the OP is asking about Shimano 11sp wheels

[jfranci3]

Originally Posted by tsarpepe

Can't believe how many people said Zondas, although the OP is asking about Shimano 11sp wheels

1 You can get a freebody and still be under the $$ limit or buy the Fulcrum Racing 3 (?) - though the Fulcrum won't look as cool.

[parallelfish]

Originally Posted by tsarpepe

Can't believe how many people said Zondas, although the OP is asking about Shimano 11sp wheels

Zondas are available in either flavor.

[cnighbor1]

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