Deep section clinchers for around R12K

[phemanderac]

Hi there

 

I currently have a pair of Campag Eurus wheels, and am considering to also get a pair of deep section clinchers, around 50mm. I am not the most technical guy around and don't know the wheelsets too well, and just wanted to get some feedback on what would be a good wheelset. I am aware that a budget of R12K is probably not entirely sufficient for a really good set, but if a good wheelset can be obtained for such price, what would it be, and if it cannot be had for that price, is it best to rather wait another few months and save up some more for something else?

 

Lastly, having never ridden such a wheel, would it feel significantly different to my current eurus wheelset, or should I just be happy with what I have and save the money? For what it's worth, I am currently happy and my biggest reason for looking at another wheelset is that I am a very light (as in weight) rider, and I JUST CANNOT SEEM TO HANG ON WHENEVER THE ROAD SLOPES DOWNWARD. I am looking for more rolling speed (at higher speeds) like when going down, and perhaps a little less so on the flats. Am I setting myself up for an expensive dissapointment thinking that a pair of deep sections will help slightly?

 

Admittedly, it may just be that I am not strong enough to hold on when the road slopes down, but with the same guys I have far less problems when the roads are flatter, and it becomes a non-issue when the roads slope up. Any honest advice is good.

 

Thanks

 

[Spinnekop]

Also have the Eurus wheels for training.

 

Get yourself 404 clinchers.  They work well! 

[Tankman]

you should be able to get a decent pair for 12k

 

ill second that zipp 404's

 

 

 

as for your problem going downhill, make sure your are closer to the front or middle of the bunch, drafting at the back especially when you are a feather weight is not recommended.

 

 

 

yes you will feel a difference to what you are currently using. will that keep you connected with the bunch? youll have to find out or train harder!