Why are Zipp wheels so heavy?

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Epic5253
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by Epic5253

Multebear wrote:
Epic5253 wrote:
lighter DSW and hated them.



DSW wheels? What is that?


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by Multebear

Epic5253 wrote:a Buddy of mine had the same issue - be bought the cheaper lighter DSW and hated them. He recently upgraded to the heavier Zipp's with the same diameter and..... "the Zipp handing is incredible in windy conditions". Where the cheaper DSW threw him around with passing cars, etc the Zipp's are far more stable.
That's my 2c worth on the topic.


Which brand of cheaper DSW was he riding?

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by wheelsONfire

Eastons Aero 55 (tubular) are probably a lighter option (true weight for the set is 1380 grams)!

Many times viewed Zipps offerings, but as you say, they're too heavy!
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