Cheap New Road Wheels

azzurri78

So coming into the work car park this morning and had one of the spokes break on my rear wheel (Shimano RS20 road wheels). Second time its happened (in about 6 months) so time for some new wheels especially as they were bought second hand.

Will be used on the commuter (which I will be selling in a few months time) so not looking for anything expensive. Any recommendations.

Seen Shimano R501 and Shimano RS010 for around the £70 mark. Will these be ok? Whats the difference between the two?

rower63

a little more expensive than the rs20, but Campagnolo Zonda v good reputation, £230 ish per pair

greg66_tri_v2.0

+1 on the Zondas. Possibly one of if not the best value wheel around.

If too expensive, take a look at something cheaper from either the Campagnolo or Fulcrum range. Both v hard wearing and v good otherwise.

cjcp

I run RS31s. Very happy with them, especially for £140.

That said, the Zonda do have a v.g. rep. I used to have Sciroccos, the one down from the Zondas. Practically bomb-proof.

ugo.santalucia

If you are selling it, look no further than the R 501... you'll never get your money back if you spend more

daniel_b

What Ugo said


As far as I can see, ribble are currently cheapest at just under £65.

Medders

Currently commuting on Zondas myself. A very good wheel - really quite stiff so responsive and feel quick but road imperfections get transmitted direct to your *rse and hands so not a comfort choice. Nevertheless I am generally happy with them and far better than the Aksiums they replaced.

pastryboy

Daniel B wrote:

As far as I can see, ribble are currently cheapest at just under £65.

£59.95 on amazon.

azzurri78

Thanks for all the recommendations. Not looking to spend much money at all so have gone for the R501's from Amazon.

Cheers guys