New Bontrager Aeolus RSL/ Pro 37

[TobinHatesYou]

Thanks but I'm specifically looking for feedback on the RSL range - your 54/63 combo doesn't sound like them.

My point is modern rims in that depth really aren't anything to worry about WRT crosswinds.

[Nohands83]

Well, your experience is different to mine then. I've found modern rim shapes are far from equal in this regard.

[meditationride]

User feedback on rsl 37v version. Running with revoloop/30c - 5000s.
I've never ridden highend wheels so I had no idea how much better these rsl would be versus the wtb stock wheels. the spin up, comfort, climbing, flats ; nothing but awestruck after this mornings 100km ride.

[TobinHatesYou]

Just purchased a pair with Shimano HG freehub.

Actual weight = 613g/723g (600g/725g claimed)

That’s close enough for me.

[Nohands83]

Setup my RSL 51s yesterday, 1440 on the scales (with XDR).
2 wraps of Muc-off tape with the supplied values and my set of GP5K TR went up with a floor pump.
Not used them in anger yet but first impression was how smooth they feel.

[Aesch]

Setup my RSL 51s yesterday, 1440 on the scales (with XDR).
2 wraps of Muc-off tape with the supplied values and my set of GP5K TR went up with a floor pump.
Not used them in anger yet but first impression was how smooth they feel.

Cool! I'm curious how you like them after some more rides!

[Nohands83]

After 5 pretty windy (15-20mph) training rides I’m impressed. You do feel the wind but even in gusts it’s a subtle movements not a harsh push like I’ve experienced with even some shallower wheels. Similar to the Reynolds aero series in this respect.

In summary I don’t feel the need to buy 37 front anytime soon.

For reference, my comments are based on riding (and owning) quite a few other carbon wheels: HEDs, Reynolds, Zipps, Boras, Hunt

[SCJKJ]

Can anyone comment on how stiff these wheels are in comparison to other wheels they have had? RSL37/51/62 doesn't really matter to me.

[Aesch]

After 5 pretty windy (15-20mph) training rides I’m impressed. You do feel the wind but even in gusts it’s a subtle movements not a harsh push like I’ve experienced with even some shallower wheels. Similar to the Reynolds aero series in this respect.

In summary I don’t feel the need to buy 37 front anytime soon.

For reference, my comments are based on riding (and owning) quite a few other carbon wheels: HEDs, Reynolds, Zipps, Boras, Hunt

Cool, thanks! Now I need to make up my mind if I'm staying with my 51 order or wait for 62s

Regarding stiffness, in the dura ace wheels topic there is a post with results from tour magazine where they also compare stiffness for the 62s vs other ~60mm wheels.

[Aesch]

Setup my RSL 51s yesterday, 1440 on the scales (with XDR).
2 wraps of Muc-off tape with the supplied values and my set of GP5K TR went up with a floor pump.
Not used them in anger yet but first impression was how smooth they feel.

Mine arrived today! Bit further off from specs unfortunately @ 661 front and 803grams for the rear (~5% more, Shimano body though which is probably part of the difference).
Front wheel feels a tiny bit notchy/off when unloaded, will try later to see if that dissappears when in the bike and at 12nm for the robert axle thru axle.

[Aesch]

Setup my RSL 51s yesterday, 1440 on the scales (with XDR).
2 wraps of Muc-off tape with the supplied values and my set of GP5K TR went up with a floor pump.
Not used them in anger yet but first impression was how smooth they feel.

What width did you use?

[Nohands83]

25mm I think - but can’t double check as I don’t have any left.

[Aesch]

OK thanks

[TobinHatesYou]

OK thanks

As a longtime tubeless user, I would use 27-28mm tape with 23C rims.

[Aesch]

OK thanks

As a longtime tubeless user, I would use 27-28mm tape with 23C rims.

Cool, thanks. Actually have 27mm tape ready to go