I prefer my cheaper wheels to my Ffwrds?

janesy

I have a set of FFRWDs F4R new version (2015). They were via insurance a few years ago then cracked and replaced under warranty a few months ago. They are pretty much brand new and only done 100miles. I've even upgraded the ratchet in the DT swiss hub to 36t. (1650g) But I don't like them...

I find my HED Ardennes + with American classic hubs and cx ray spokes ride better and are faster. These are 1450g.

Am I being silly or do I get rid of FFrwds, having £1k in wheels in my garage doesn't seem right for a set of wheels I don't like.

Have people found this that they dont get on with their carbon wheels or just me?

bendertherobot

I had F4R. They were nice. But not earth shattering. I think I prefer my Fulcrum Racing 3.

napoleond

Get 'em sold.

ddraver

Hmm, if they were clinchers I'd be very interested

Unfortunately your review doesnt fill me with confidence and not having a warranty would concern me

(I'd like some FFWRD wheels for a reminder of my times in NL)

jgsi

If they are taking up space unused, sell on.
Personally I dont like deep section clincher wheels.. just a personal view
I like my F6R carbon tubs though.. just need to put some decent Veloflexes on for the season.
Sell on and buy a set of Fulcrum Zero Nites ;-)

ugo.santalucia

janesy in "carbon wheels are not the best thing since sliced bread shocker"

As most bicycle components and innovations, even carbon rims are largely over rated

imposter2.0

"Lighter wheels better than heavier wheels" - who knew!!!??!!

cycleclinic

I don't think it is the wheel weight it will be the rim width. The hed rim is wide really wide that is levy to make a difference. If you don't like the wheels and will not use them sell them.