[Heisenberg]

Second question thread!

I have a couple wheel options in front of me. Either some Dura-Ace 7850 C24 carbon tubs (24mm rim depth), or Reynolds SDV66Ts. I'm leaning towards the SDVs owing to the fact that the pair is only 100g more than the DA, but the thought of manhandling a 66mm rim in a crosswind is slightly frightening. The DA wheels are super low-pro for a modern carbon wheel, and I definitely noticed the increased speed advantage of an aero wheel on Zipp 303s last year.

Note: I prefer to train on my race wheels. I weight 150-155, and have the upper body build of a typical road racer (read: none). Love crits, good climber. Former messenger and hence, good bike handler. While both sets have a reputation for being durable and stiff, I'd have an easier time with rim replacement if/when the time comes with Reynolds methinks.

 

[sanjuro]

btw deep dish are typically strong wheels.

 

[MtnbikeMike]

I'd go Reynolds. Deep wheels are manageable in crosswinds; you just have to be more attentive. At Gila last year, we had 50 mph crosswinds, and I was using 56mm-deep Easton wheels and I survived. I wasn't getting blown around any more than my teammate who was using C24 clinchers.

 

[Bicyclist]

I was reading about deep wheels and from my understanding unless they have a sharp v-shaped profile, they don't really have more of a problem in wind than low profile rims. Do a search on RBR and get reading.

 

[-dustin]

Reynolds have a sharp v-profile.

I'd rock those D/A wheels every day. Badass wheelset.

And I really dislike Reynolds.

 

[Silver]

Lightweights. If you're serious, you gotta get a set.

 

[James]

Reynolds are half off at Competitive Cyclist right now. Or just check Bonktown, as there have been a TON of Reynolds up there lately.
Actually, right now: Reynolds DV3K T Wheelset - Tubular $899.99 reg $2299.99
25 minutes left...

 

[Heisenberg]

Reynolds are half off at Competitive Cyclist right now. Or just check , as there have been a TON of Reynolds up there lately.
Actually, right now: Reynolds DV3K T Wheelset - Tubular $899.99 reg $2299.99
25 minutes left...

The DV3KT's have been a consideration, but the hub quality is definitely lacking vs. the SDVs and the Shimanos.

I think I'm gonna try and snag the SDVs. Have a pair of Conti Sprinters waiting to get glued on...

 

[Heisenberg]

And I really dislike Reynolds.

Might I ask why? I've definitely been soured on a few wheel manufs.

 

[SuspectDevice]

Deep wheels are absolutely no fun to ride unless you are some sissy ass tri-geek that spends all of their time riding in a straight line or you're spending all of your time navel-gazing at your powermeter.

Personally, I like to turn my bike. Hard. Wheels that create lift make it pretty hard to change directions mid corner. They don't brake as quickly either.
I've got a few pair of 60ish mm deep wheels around. I don't ride them unless I've got low self-esteem and need to get to work 1 minute faster.

 

[ire]

Deep wheels are absolutely no fun to ride unless you are some sissy ass tri-geek that spends all of their time riding in a straight line or you're spending all of your time navel-gazing at your powermeter.

Personally, I like to turn my bike. Hard. Wheels that create lift make it pretty hard to change directions mid corner. They don't brake as quickly either.
I've got a few pair of 60ish mm deep wheels around. I don't ride them unless I've got low self-esteem and need to get to work 1 minute faster.

What? They're not on your fixie? I have no problem handling my 65mm deep wheels with my three inch wide bars....brake less too. Gotta run and groom my beautiful mustache

 

[Heisenberg]

Ended up with the C24's...Vittorias glued up. First ride after work. Stoooke!

 

[Heisenberg]

4 month update:

I own both wheels, picked up the 66s about a month after the DA C24s.

I never use the Reynolds - maybe five times since I snagged them. They're beautiful, but I've got less than five rides/races on them.

 

[GravityFreakTJ]

Pleasequitbuyingwheelsandbuyanewcomputerkthnxbye

 

[Heisenberg]

Pleasequitbuyingwheelsandbuyanewcomputerkthnxbye

Ha. Warranty takes time...waiting on my damn RMA box.

Anywho, yeah. I'm a much bigger fan of the Shimanos than the Reynolds. I'm not a big dude (155), but there's a noticeable stiffness difference between the two when I'm mashing. The Reynolds are fairly comparable in weight (1350 vs 1250), but all of the weight is at the rim and you can definitely feel it heavy acceleration. That said, when you're hauling ass on flats and downhills alone, the rim mass and fairing is definitely felt (duh). I've yet to give them a fair shake in a TT (last one had 50mph crosswinds so I ran a disc and the Shimano up front), but I don't think they really play to the races I enter or my strengths as a rider.

Sadly, now I've got a wheel sponsor and won't be running either set anymore...A resticker job might be in order for the Shimanos.

 

[RUFUS]

http://www.bikerumor.com/2011/05/03/video-engineering-zipps-firecrest-carbon-clincher/

 

[Heisenberg]

http://www.bikerumor.com/2011/05/03/video-engineering-zipps-firecrest-carbon-clincher/

Okay?

 

[RUFUS]

Okay?

I just thought that the video was funny. The are super deep wheels with minimal wind resistance.

Probably running about $4000/pr

 

[OGRipper]

Not exactly on point but I've been riding a set of Edge (now Enve) 45mm clinchers for over a year for everything from commuting in SF to long days in the saddle and so far they have been perfect. I have to fight the front end a little bit in strong crosswinds (e.g., golden gate bridge) but generally I don't notice the tallish profile at all.

 

[-dustin]

Here I am tweaking a bike that was used on a 2 day tour. Bike was a tank. Rider is a freakin machine. Wheels be deep. Same guy that soloed to HHH victory last year after a solo attack.

edit - FMB tubs.

edit 2 -- Rode Firecrest CCL a couple weeks ago. While badass, I prefer my 101s.