upgrading wheels?

[simo105]

Right this is the first time ive thought of upgrading my wheels on my scott speedster! Its running 105 11sp cassette. Currently has the standard syncross race ones on. I am on the heavy side 15st so need something that can take my weight. Ive been doing research on the web but all the pages vary on the reviews. Im also considering hand built ones! Any suggestions looking at spending 150 to 300 Tar

 

[potsy]

 

[Kevoffthetee]

A few of the lads in the club have just bought fulcrum 3's Which are 315 at ribble. I know it's just over but they love them

 

[vickster]

Fulcrum 5s aren't the best wheels for the heavier rider, and would assume 3s are similar. I ride them at a not dissimilar weight but I have had issues with one of the rears, albeit on a bike with rack and trunk bag. I believe they may have a warranty limit of 82kg or similar

 

[simo105]

Cheers @vickster its worth knowing that! What do people think to hand built ones?

 

[vickster]

Cheers @vickster its worth knowing that! What do people think to hand built ones?

A good idea if heavier and can build what you like

DCR wheels are well thought of

 

[simo105]

A good idea if heavier and can build what you like

DCR wheels are well thought of

Cheers ill drop them an email for advise

 

[ianrauk]

+1 for DCR Wheels. Give David a call and go through what you need/require/want. You should be able to get a very nice pair of wheels just for you for a very good price.

 

[simo105]

+1 for DCR Wheels. Give David a call and go through what you need/require/want. You should be able to get a very nice pair of wheels just for you for a very good price.

Ive dropped them an email! Thanx

 

[Yellow Saddle]

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[jowwy]

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Yellow saddle trolling again

 

[Citius]

Right this is the first time ive thought of upgrading my wheels on my scott speedster! Its running 105 11sp cassette. Currently has the standard syncross race ones on. I am on the heavy side 15st so need something that can take my weight. Ive been doing research on the web but all the pages vary on the reviews. Im also considering hand built ones! Any suggestions looking at spending 150 to 300 Tar

Can your current wheels not take your weight? You mentioned a price range, but what other criteria are you looking for? Just trying to establish what it is about your current wheelset that could be improved through buying a new set?

 

[simo105]

The wheelset i currently flex when i put a bit of pressure e.g uphill. And make alot of noise drives me mad! Also had a few spokes go

 

[Citius]

If the current wheels are 20/24 spoke, then it wouldn't do any harm to go for a higher spoke count. Handbuilts could be the way forward if durability is a main consideration. Someone like DCR mentioned earlier would be worth talking to.

 

[Yellow Saddle]

At 95 kgs it is best if you look at wheels with 36 spokes. Insist on double-butted spokes and make sure your builder understands the concept of stress relieving, a process of making spokes last a long time. The rest, as per Citius' post above.

I don't understand where the noise comes from but even the cheapest wheels should not make noises. It is likely a service issue, which you will have with all wheels.

But, to get back to the point of flexing. How do you know your current wheels flex?