Sensible wheel upgrade for Giant Defy 2
As the title suggests, I'm looking for some better wheels for my Defy 2. I can't afford to get another bike and to be honest, I doubt that anything else will make much difference until I'm way better than I currently am.
Most reviews and chat I've had with people in the know suggest that a wheel upgrade for bikes at this level is the most sensible thing to do that would make the biggest difference. So, bearing in mind this is a mid-level bike, can I get a decent set of wheels for no more than £150-200 that will be better then what's on it currently? I'm guessing weight and quality of components is the key.
Most reviews and chat I've had with people in the know suggest that a wheel upgrade for bikes at this level is the most sensible thing to do that would make the biggest difference. So, bearing in mind this is a mid-level bike, can I get a decent set of wheels for no more than £150-200 that will be better then what's on it currently? I'm guessing weight and quality of components is the key.
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Planet X AL 30?
If you don't clock in 10,000 miles per year, they should last a bit...left the forum March 20230 -
Kyseriums in the sales. Or Cosmic Elites in the sales.0
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ugo.santalucia wrote:Planet X AL 30?
If you don't clock in 10,000 miles per year, they should last a bit...
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Thanks for the advice. The Planet X ones look like they fit the bill but will keep a look out for others0
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American Classics - Victory 30's. lightweight and robust. Excellent climbers!0
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I put some of Giant's P-SL1 wheels on my Defy. The main reason was that the dont stand out too much as the branding matches the bike so I thought they'd be less of a target for thieves. I've been very impressed with them so far - they seem to be pretty bomb proof and a good upgrade on the standard wheels. I also managed to find them for £170 which I thought was a bit of a steal.0