Wheelset for heavy roadbike cyclist.

[RLE]

Hi

Need advise what wheelset I need to get for my roadbike.

I had two different backwheels 28 which I have broken the spokes on and this weekend I did Ironman and my spokes bent causing my wheel to touch the frame and brake.

I weight 115kg, don’t want to buy a new bike just need advise if there is a wheelset I need to look at getting that will handle my weight?

Thank you in advise.

Edited November 8, 2022 by RLE

[WernerStrydom]

Just out of interest, what wheelset broke spokes?

[thebob]

There are a couple of excellent wheelbuilders on the forum. @nick_the_wheelbuilder and @David Marshall can help I am sure

[nick_the_wheelbuilder]

Yes, riders over 100kg need heavier duty wheels.

28 or 32 spokes per wheel and good strong rims are a must.

Happy to give you some options and pricing - get in touch by email, phone, whatsapp

info@wheelbuilder.co.za

0834528716

 

[nick_the_wheelbuilder]

26 minutes ago, RLE said:

Hi

Need advise what wheelset I need to get for my roadbike.

I had two different backwheels 28 which I have broken the spokes on and this weekend I did Ironman and my spokes bent causing my wheel to touch the frame and brake.

I weight 115kg, don’t want to buy a new bike just need advise if there is a wheelset I need to look at getting that will handle my weight?

Thank you in advise.

And yes, one can build a strong enough wheelset that you won't have to worry.
28 spokes is enough, if the rims are strong enough, and the wheels have been built properly.
Can easily re-use one of your existing hubs.