Dan Ferris
Über Member
- Location
- Leigh-On-Sea, Essex
Hi
After a quick bit of advice. I'm looking at some new wheels and have narrowed it down to the below two options. I must admit my knowledge in wheel building / design goes as far as they're round so i am hoping you all will be able to help me.
I'm not a 100 mile cyclist due to family commitments but enjoy a 30 or 40 mile ride 2 or 3 times a week. I'm looking for a wheel set that spins up quickly, rolls as well as can be but without breaking the bank. When i say not breaking the bank i'm probably looking at around the £400 to £500 mark.
I currently run GP4000 tyres which i am very happy with. The bike is a 2016 Giant Defy Advanced Pro 3 which has disc brakes attached to it.
The two options i currently have are below. I could order the Hunts and they'd be here in a few days plus the reviews online all seem to be positive. Or, i could wait a little longer and have David at DCR wheels build me up a set for a similar price tag. Weight wise, there are a few grams in it but if you had the same options what would you go for? I quite like the idea of having something made by a reputable wheel builder like David. I appreciate i am not spending countless £'s but would still like the best product for my money.
https://www.huntbikewheels.com/coll...-light-disc-road-wheelset-1449g-28deep-22wide
OR
A custom set made by DCR wheels which will be:
DCR centre lock disc hubs
DCR 24/25 rims
Sapim CX-Ray spokes
The hubs are very versatile. They are light, stiff, strong, durable, easily serviced but require no adjustment. They use very good bearings, they can be changed between axle interfaces and they have fast freehub engagement and an anti-bite system to prevent cassette bite but allow you to continue to use an alloy freehub body to save weight
The CX-Ray is the benchmark spoke. A great choice for a huge range of wheels, it is very durable and lovely and stable. It doesn't get twisted so it is much less likely to get damaged during any sort of adjustment. You get a lifetime warranty on the build/spokes through us.
The whole set comes in at less than 1600g, but is a truely versatile set
After a quick bit of advice. I'm looking at some new wheels and have narrowed it down to the below two options. I must admit my knowledge in wheel building / design goes as far as they're round so i am hoping you all will be able to help me.
I'm not a 100 mile cyclist due to family commitments but enjoy a 30 or 40 mile ride 2 or 3 times a week. I'm looking for a wheel set that spins up quickly, rolls as well as can be but without breaking the bank. When i say not breaking the bank i'm probably looking at around the £400 to £500 mark.
I currently run GP4000 tyres which i am very happy with. The bike is a 2016 Giant Defy Advanced Pro 3 which has disc brakes attached to it.
The two options i currently have are below. I could order the Hunts and they'd be here in a few days plus the reviews online all seem to be positive. Or, i could wait a little longer and have David at DCR wheels build me up a set for a similar price tag. Weight wise, there are a few grams in it but if you had the same options what would you go for? I quite like the idea of having something made by a reputable wheel builder like David. I appreciate i am not spending countless £'s but would still like the best product for my money.
https://www.huntbikewheels.com/coll...-light-disc-road-wheelset-1449g-28deep-22wide
OR
A custom set made by DCR wheels which will be:
DCR centre lock disc hubs
DCR 24/25 rims
Sapim CX-Ray spokes
The hubs are very versatile. They are light, stiff, strong, durable, easily serviced but require no adjustment. They use very good bearings, they can be changed between axle interfaces and they have fast freehub engagement and an anti-bite system to prevent cassette bite but allow you to continue to use an alloy freehub body to save weight
The CX-Ray is the benchmark spoke. A great choice for a huge range of wheels, it is very durable and lovely and stable. It doesn't get twisted so it is much less likely to get damaged during any sort of adjustment. You get a lifetime warranty on the build/spokes through us.
The whole set comes in at less than 1600g, but is a truely versatile set