Wheel Covers to convert Deep Rim to 'Disc Wheel' ?

cougie
cougie Posts: 22,512
edited April 2010 in Amateur race
Has anyone used these ?

http://www.wheelbuilder.com/store/aero-disc-covers.html

Its for an Ironman bike leg - Germany - so its pretty flat, and I CBA to splash out the money on a full disc. I have the Planet X 50mm wheels already, so would just fill out the back to get the disc effect. The extra weight shouldnte be an issue, and i should get the aero benefit.

Just wondered if anyone else has done it over here - I see they're popular in the US, but I cant see a UK stockist ?

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  • couscous
    couscous Posts: 71
    Try www.bike-science.com they are a new uk stockist.
    "Racing is life, anything before or after is only waiting"
  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    Couscous - you are a geeeeenius ! Thanks !
  • jibberjim
    jibberjim Posts: 2,810
    Buying from the US is also very easy and quick, and pretty cheap.
    Jibbering Sports Stuff: http://jibbering.com/sports/
  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    Aah damn - was thinking the shipping from the states would be a bit pricey for such big things. Oh well - UK is good too.
  • jibberjim
    jibberjim Posts: 2,810
    cougie wrote:
    Aah damn - was thinking the shipping from the states would be a bit pricey for such big things. Oh well - UK is good too.

    ISTR it's around 35 USD, but you also need to factor in a potential VAT and duty (4.7% on bike parts from US) to the cost which makes the Bristol option probably a good one. The owner certainly has a good rep on a number of forums, so I wouldn't hesitate in using him. But just wanted to add the good service I got from the US.
    Jibbering Sports Stuff: http://jibbering.com/sports/
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    it's now over 60 dollars for shipping. I know because I've just bought one!

    The advantage of the US one is the fact he can specifically make one for my rim and hub combo (Open Pro / Powertap)
  • incog24
    incog24 Posts: 549
    I've got a feeling Bike Science can do different rims too? One to check though.
    Racing for Fluid Fin Race Team in 2012 - www.fluidfin.co.uk
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    incog24 wrote:
    I've got a feeling Bike Science can do different rims too? One to check though.

    Not listed on the website...

    Anyhoo, done now for about the same price...
  • incog24
    incog24 Posts: 549
    Yeah its not on the website, it came up in a timetriallingforum thread the other day.

    'I can get covers custom cut to any wheel size (within reason) incl ones cut specifically for powertap. Just email me with whatever you want. Wheelbuilder require rim depth and spoke count plus a yes/no for powertap.'

    Not entirely sure whether its cheaper than ordering direct from the US or not? Easier to do though I guess.

    What do you think of it so far NapD?
    Racing for Fluid Fin Race Team in 2012 - www.fluidfin.co.uk
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Only ordered it this morning!
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    edited April 2010
    The wheelbuilder site has drop down lists for what rim you have, number of spokes and the hub type, it couldn't be simpler. About 100 quid with a spare hardware set delivered...
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    NapoleonD wrote:
    The wheelbuilder site has drip down lists for what rim you have, number of spokes and the hub type, it couldn't be simpler. About 100 quid with a spare hardware set delivered...

    That's £100 you could have put towards a REAL disc wheel. :wink:
  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Posts: 79,667
    Pokerface wrote:
    NapoleonD wrote:
    The wheelbuilder site has drip down lists for what rim you have, number of spokes and the hub type, it couldn't be simpler. About 100 quid with a spare hardware set delivered...

    That's £100 you could have put towards a REAL disc wheel. :wink:

    Have you seen the cost of a powertap disc?!?
  • Pokerface
    Pokerface Posts: 7,960
    NapoleonD wrote:
    Pokerface wrote:
    NapoleonD wrote:
    The wheelbuilder site has drip down lists for what rim you have, number of spokes and the hub type, it couldn't be simpler. About 100 quid with a spare hardware set delivered...

    That's £100 you could have put towards a REAL disc wheel. :wink:

    Have you seen the cost of a powertap disc?!?


    Yes. :oops:


    When you get your covers - we can do a swap one week. You can borrow my disc and I'll try yours on a club TT night.
  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    From the reviews I've seen - the covers give you about 95% of the benefit of a disc. Even if its not that good - its still worth a look !
  • MkyDPky
    MkyDPky Posts: 39
    recently seen a listing for the bike science cover in 220 triathlon magazine and know they're printing a review in the next few issues

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