Shimano Dura-Ace WH-7850 C-24 vs Easton EC-90 SL Clincher

preachmtl
preachmtl Posts: 4
edited March 2010 in Road buying advice
Hi,

I know that these ''buying dilemna'' questions seem to come back quite often. I am riding a 2009 Cervelo RS (with the stock wheelset-Shimano RS20). I am looking to upgrade my wheelset.

My budget is around 900£. I am mainly interested in the Shimano Dura-Ace WH-7850 C-24 and the Easton EC-90 SL, both clincher models. I am not racing (and not planning to do so any time soon). Basically, I want a great all-round every day wheelset. Any thoughts on this issue? Recommendations?

Links for the wheelsets:

Shimano Dura ace 7850 C-24:

http://bike.shimano.com/publish/content ... type-.html

Easton EC90 SL:

http://eastonbike.com/PRODUCTS/WHEELS/1 ... L_'10.html

Comments

  • grahamcp
    grahamcp Posts: 323
    The Eastons look very good, and my experience with their EA90 wheels has been very positive. But I think you would need to increase your budget by 50% in order to afford them - unless you have found them cheap (in which case please let me know where!)
  • appletrees
    appletrees Posts: 327
    The shimano's are £499 a pair at Planet X at the moment, which may help your decision...
  • appletrees
    appletrees Posts: 327
    The shimano's are £499 a pair at Planet X at the moment, which may help your decision...
  • appletrees
    appletrees Posts: 327
    Oops, double post...
  • relanium
    relanium Posts: 487
    Merlin do the best deal on DA 7850.

    http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/mountain-and-road-bike-wheels/mavic-fulcrum-and-campagnolo-wheels/shimano-dura-ace-7850-cl-wheels.html
  • appletrees
    appletrees Posts: 327
    But they haven't got any in stock and Planet X have...
  • preachmtl
    preachmtl Posts: 4
    Hi,

    Grahamcp, I live in Canada, so I think that the prices here are a little different than in UK. Both wheelsets are approximatly the same price on ebay. However, I might have a surprise after custom/duty taxes (I hope for the best!!!).
  • preachmtl
    preachmtl Posts: 4
    Hi all,

    I have a question for the experienced riders here: when you see a novice rider (such as myself) with high-end wheels, such as the easton ec90 sl, do you think to yourself ''what a wannabee'' LOL ? I want a wheel that I can grow with over the next 2-3 years so I thought that instead of buying an OK wheel I would rather buy something really good right now. But at the same time I don't want to look like an idiot.

    It's somewhat a superficial question but still I wonder.

    Thanks for your feedback.
  • dbb
    dbb Posts: 323
    i reckon if you want it and you can afford it - go for it.

    you will only look like an idiot to those who are jealous - and what do you care about what others think anyway? :shock: it's all about you and you enjoying your cycling with your friends.
    regards,
    dbb
  • Hudster
    Hudster Posts: 142
    If it makes you happy then go for it. However, I don't know anyone that has 900pound "everyday" wheels as the worry of damaging them in everyday use is too great. Plus, wheels wear, and lightweight wheels are often lightweight because the rims and thinner etc, meaning they won't last as long.

    Don't think jealousy has anything to do with it. More a practical decision for yourself.
  • sturmey
    sturmey Posts: 964
    No-one will notice what wheels you have got or really care. Get some cheaper ones ,then it doesn't hurt your wallet if they are eaten by potholes.
    Have you seen the state of our roads?

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