What wheels should I buy?

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Marksmith
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by Marksmith

I am big into cycling, looking for a new set of race wheels for next year something preferably between 50 and 60mm rims. As I am a youth cyclist I will be using these for TT's aswel. I'm looking strongly at the Zipp firecrests but can't make up my mind. :?

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by Illuminate

How about some of the newer shape Flo60 carbon clinchers?

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Marksmith
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by Marksmith

Illuminate wrote:How about some of the newer shape Flo60 carbon clinchers?

I'm looking for tubs as I will only use these racing

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by Marksmith

Nefarious86 wrote:Where are you located?

Ireland

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cyclespeed
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by cyclespeed

Assuming you're not going to splash out on Lightweight or Corimas, how about Mavic Cosmic Carbon Ultimates? Not as deep as you would like, but light, and great for racing.

Beware going too deep, as although good for the TT's you may find them a handful and not reactive enough in a race.

There are many, many makes of 50mm carbon tubs out there all doing the same thing as the Zipps. I would concentrate on price, guarantee and hub quality over splitting hairs on weight or aero, (which are going to be so close as to not make a difference).

sinikis78
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by sinikis78

zip might be good to TT... I think...

But anyway, whatever Hi-rim is good for TT...

over 50mm would be good


nemeseri
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by nemeseri

If I were you I'd get one of these three:
Zipp Firecrest 404
HED Stinger 5/6
Shimano WH-9000 C50 TU

Each of these are reasonably priced and has good support.

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by CampagnoloRules

Bora One 50's
Bora Ultra 50's if you have a big pocketbook

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