desmondalie Posted July 10, 2008 Posted July 10, 2008 Anyone one of you ride these wheels. What is the verdict good or bad compared to Ksyruim SL's. I need a good allround wheel.
ShortLegs Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Here's how I would rate them:Used for:<?: prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />18 monthsPrice Paid:???? ? can?t remember, but they were second handBought:British CyclingStrengths:Strength, durability, ease of maintenance, the hubs are silky smooth. More aero then the Mavics. Sapim spokes more readily availableWeaknesses:None come to mindSimilar Products Used:Ksyrium SL, Dura Ace Bike Setup:Giant TCR Advanced ISP T-Mobile, Dura Ace, Cinnelli Ram, Fizik Arione Carbon, Look Keo TiBottom Line:The wheels are head and shoulders above the Mavics. They?ve never needed truing since I bought them and they were second hand. The wheels spun silky smooth after subjecting them to 2 full winters commuting into <?: prefix = st1 ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:smarttags" />London. I sold them on thinking the Ksyriums and Dura Ace wheels were enough, in hindsight I should have sold the Ksyriums.Value Rating:<?: prefix = v ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:vml" /> Overall Rating:
grosjoster Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 i got a set about 2 months ago... don't think i'm gonna have to buy wheels for the next 10 years... great wheels. super stiff. nice and light, responsive and aero dynamic
wisecrack Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Hey Desmond just settled on a pair of them at Action Cycles where my new bike is being built. Weight +- 1580g. Looks super sexy and if they are half as good as my old Easton Vista SL's I dont think I will regret my decision. How much are they selling for?
desmondalie Posted July 11, 2008 Author Posted July 11, 2008 wisecrack - what did you pay for them if I may ask? CRC are selling them for about R5500 + 14% VAT = +/- R6300
wisecrack Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 I'll PM you I bought them as a packaged deal together with a cervelo RS frame. Read some reviews on the net. Some people are complaining of breaking spokes, but they weigh over 90kg. Other people have nothing 'but praise for them and says the R4 hubs are buttery smooth and the best wheels they ever owned. That's why I decided to buy them at my lbs rather and have some sort of recourse should something go wrong. I weigh about 75kg so I don't think I'll have problems.
Rich Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Why get these over the EA90 SLX? Whats the main difference besides weight and shape?
wisecrack Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Don't think there are any difference besides what you pointed out already. The spokes are bladed and higher rim profile.
Old school Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Will sell a set of these for R5999 new. Anyone interested? PM me.
GIRR Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 EA90 AERO Clincher wheelshttp://www.eastonbike.com/images/P-wheels/rd_wheel_ea90aero_08_angle.jpghttp://www.eastonbike.com/images/12-pix-spacer.gifThe EA90 Aero is the new upgrade for the popular Tempest II aluminum wheel set. True to its predecessor, this wheel is stiff, fast and light. Features include our new Gen4 Aero rims; 28mm deep front and 31mm deep rear provide quick acceleration and a smooth ride. A great hand-built road racing wheel, but equally effective for triathletes.Wheel size 700CWeight700C - Front: 655 g, Rear 890 g, Pair: 1545 gHubsR4-series F/R - Black anodized finish. Precision-sealed cartridge bearings with asymmetrical, low-drag seals. Tool-free bearing preload adjustment front and rear.Cassette Body All alloy, oversized inboard ratchet mechanism with three pawls. Precision-sealed cartridge bearings with asymmetrical, low-drag seals. Shimano, Campagnolo, and SRAM 8/9/10 speed compatible.RimsGen4. Black anodized shot-peen finish. Welded machined brake surface, 28mm front, 32mm rear. View rim profile. SpokesSapim? Bladed Custom, stainless steel, silverSpoke Count 18 front, 20 rearNipplesExternal Nickel-plated brass rear drive side, custom-anodized aluminum non-drive side rear and front.
desmondalie Posted July 11, 2008 Author Posted July 11, 2008 I've made up my mind. I am going for a set. Now just to get the best price..... Everything I've heard so far is positive. I am sure this will be an upgrade on my SL's.
wisecrack Posted July 11, 2008 Posted July 11, 2008 Yes and black and red don't only look sexy it looks fast to :-)
Spaceboy Posted July 12, 2008 Posted July 12, 2008 You can't go wrong with those wheels...so just go for it. I also just built up a new Cervelo RS....and I am loving it! Enjoy!
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