Mine r on their way now, hopefully tomorrow or Friday
Customs in uk on 13th and released on 22nd late evening and have been charged import vat
Think they r slow with Olympics etc... Did u order from carbonzone???
If urs look like they r processed twice it means u will pay import duty
Yes i ordered from carbonzone,only showing awaiting customs clearance as yet so hopefully no charges.
I have managed to get 2 rides under the belt. The 1st ride was a 20 miler to make sure that they were safe, and the 2nd was a group 50 miler.
Well, they are simply just a fantastic purchase! The hubs roll very fast something that I noticed big time on our Coal Pitt Lane descent. The brakes feel progressive against the carbon and did not feel 'grabby'. They did not squeal until I used them in anger on some descents but the rims did not get hot.
Now for where they pay off; I spent nearly 80% of the ride at the front. Normally we ride through and off however I was on fire. Now this could be down to me, but it is more likely the wheel set.
They are also very good at climbing, making my usual lumps seem easier to ascend. Admittedly this may have been due to my brand new Look Keo Blades which were so stiff when on the pedals. However they are very stiff with no rubbing on the brakes [I run them very close] with some decent power applied.
I had a decent amount of wind to test the crosswinds and they definitely catch, however nothing I couldn't handle.
They attract a lot of attention [if your into that kind of thing].
All in all one of the best upgrades I have purchased. Hell I might even buy another set to alternate with 60mm.
Mine r on their way now, hopefully tomorrow or Friday
Customs in uk on 13th and released on 22nd late evening and have been charged import vat
Think they r slow with Olympics etc... Did u order from carbonzone???
If urs look like they r processed twice it means u will pay import duty
Yes i ordered from carbonzone,only showing awaiting customs clearance as yet so hopefully no charges.
Just a quicky to say I'm selling a set of chinese clinchers here, they're great, if I had the luxury of a 2nd set of wheels they'd be keepers! viewtopic.php?f=40049&t=12856532
I've just ordered some 88mm for a new TT bike I'm building, I looked at all the others and carbonwheels2011 came up with the lightest http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280879366760
I'm in negotiation with them for a pair of 50mm Clinchers http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280878137801 because at approx. 1517g they are really quite light, not as light as my Tubular Campag Boras but for clinchers they are silly light.
I fancied the matt finish in black, so will design some subdued stickers for them as well.
Comms has been good and they promise to send via EMS as well. 8)
Mine r on their way now, hopefully tomorrow or Friday
Customs in uk on 13th and released on 22nd late evening and have been charged import vat
Think they r slow with Olympics etc... Did u order from carbonzone???
If urs look like they r processed twice it means u will pay import duty
Yes i ordered from carbonzone,only showing awaiting customs clearance as yet so hopefully no charges.
Any news on your wheels yet??
Yes they are at my local parcelforce depot,I have to pay import duty to get them delivered.I am awaiting a letter asking me to pay it and what the duty is.Hopefully I will get them by the end of the week.What about you, have yours arrived yet?
Yes mate, got them, lovely wheels really sexy on the best bike and ride well.
If you ring parcel force they will give you your code and you can pay via their website and the wheels will be delivered next day. I was charged 7 import duty and 13.50 fee, so not too bad I suppose. However, it appears that carboonzone are now being targeted by customs for fees so I may look elsewhere for 88's for a future TT bike build??
With carbon clinchers, the heat from braking does not dissipate as well as it does on Al rimmed clincher wheels. Therefore if you are using them on long alpine descents, unless you are judicious in your use of your brakes (ie alternate front/rear wheel braking, giving them time to cool down), you MAY run the risk of overheating the rims and blowing the inner tube.
For that reason, I would be tempted to use Al rimmed wheels on an Etape stage...
Is this technique for braking when ascending effective?
I usually use both at the same time however i will give this a go!
I gave the alternative braking technique ago the other day on the Tour of the Peaks. Got to say it worked fine, was a little slower downhill that some chaps on AL rims, but made up for it on the climbs and flats!
I ordered mine direct through their web site just search for Xiamen far sports. I got tubulars they took 2 weeks to ship post payment but once shipped were delivered in 5 days.
You can choose finish, hub type,spokes, colour. They were a little slow to respond initially but persevere and ultimately im chuffed!
They are also stockists of Sapim CX ray spokes which add to the cost but they are the best
I got the ultra light set for $600 approx shipped, weight is 1202g measured w/o skewers + tyre. (Matte coating, bitex hub, sapim cx ray spokes, basalt surface, skewers and pads included)
As i didnt get clinchers so cannot comment on them but the company is real.
You need to email them for prices asking for a sample.
However if you want tubs the planet x have R50's for sale at £349 at the mo. Almost as good and from a UK store.
Andy
Evidently i mostly have a FCN of 1. I'm now a lady!
I ordered mine direct through their web site just search for Xiamen far sports. I got tubulars they took 2 weeks to ship post payment but once shipped were delivered in 5 days.
You can choose finish, hub type,spokes, colour. They were a little slow to respond initially but persevere and ultimately im chuffed!
They are also stockists of Sapim CX ray spokes which add to the cost but they are the best
I got the ultra light set for $600 approx shipped, weight is 1202g measured w/o skewers + tyre. (Matte coating, bitex hub, sapim cx ray spokes, basalt surface, skewers and pads included)
As i didnt get clinchers so cannot comment on them but the company is real.
You need to email them for prices asking for a sample.
However if you want tubs the planet x have R50's for sale at £349 at the mo. Almost as good and from a UK store.
Andy
Alright Andy, i'm a bit of a beginner when it comes to wheels, but having read this thread extensively, has anyone said why these chinese one's are better than the one's on offer at Planet X at the mo, for £349?
i just wondered, takes all the hassle out of ordering from abroad etc.
True, i'm after a set of tubulars for my Bianchi Via Nirone, think a set of 50mm are too much though, i like the look of the 38mm wheelset from China, now most people have had a positive experience....
True, i'm after a set of tubulars for my Bianchi Via Nirone, think a set of 50mm are too much though, i like the look of the 38mm wheelset from China, now most people have had a positive experience....
I've got the same bike, yet I'm still drawn to the 50mm ones...
I bought a set of 38mm clinchers from http://www.yishunbike.com/ last year and love them. I have entered the Etape act1 next month and wondered does anyone have any experience long descents?
I got some 50mm clinchers from Xiamen. Weight was sub 1300g the pair (w/o skewers etc). Build was sapim cx-ray spokes with hubsmith hubs (IIRC). Been ridden on some really nasty roads - first with care, but more lately without another thought. No issues whatsoever in terms of trueness or anything. Only issue is that fitting the tyres was a bit of a pain as they are so tight. Delivery was very quick - ordered/paid Monday and had wheels by following Monday with no customs etc. As I'm on campag and didn't want tubs PX wasn't an option
Admittedly I didn't go through all the 18 pages of the thread, but for those who paid VAT and customs duty, I assume the VAT is 20%, but how much is the customs duty for cycling products? the HMRC website is a jungle...
I bought a set of 38mm clinchers from http://www.yishunbike.com/ last year and love them. I have entered the Etape act1 next month and wondered does anyone have any experience long descents?
Similar situation, but doing act 2, and have 50mm's.
I recently did tour of the peak on them (100 miles, 11,000ft of climbing (and downs)) and they were brilliant. Obviously different from Alpine descents but still a good test.
I'll probably take them, and a spare set of Aksiums, and make a decision when i'm there. Probable is they are so much better than my Aksiums, in terms of stiffness and lightness!
V tempted by this rear. Has anyone bought from carbon-goods? Novatec hubs ok? Has anyone been running these Chinese wheels for a year yet? Have Ksyrium SL on the front.
V tempted by this rear. Has anyone bought from carbon-goods? Novatec hubs ok? Has anyone been running these Chinese wheels for a year yet? Have Ksyrium SL on the front.
V tempted by this rear. Has anyone bought from carbon-goods? Novatec hubs ok? Has anyone been running these Chinese wheels for a year yet? Have Ksyrium SL on the front.
Novatec hubs are ok... I have built about twenty sets with them. Bearings are standard sizes and free hubs can be sourced if needed
I was thinking the same thing about the novatec hubs but I had a google and the general concensus seemed to be good, so I just ordered myself a set of 38mm's.
Now I just need to order some new tyres and cassette without the mrs kicking up a fuss :oops:
Well I will give an update one mine, I have done a few races and done maybe around 300 miles on them.
They are still true, with no marks, once wiped over they look brand new.
Braking one large decants needs some technique for alternating front to rear to keep the heat down, however I have not experienced any issues [probably because I adopted the above technique from day one].
One problem now is that I am always at the front of my training chain gang due to my pace! Haha.
I got some 50mm clinchers from Xiamen. Weight was sub 1300g the pair (w/o skewers etc). Build was sapim cx-ray spokes with hubsmith hubs (IIRC). Been ridden on some really nasty roads - first with care, but more lately without another thought. No issues whatsoever in terms of trueness or anything. Only issue is that fitting the tyres was a bit of a pain as they are so tight. Delivery was very quick - ordered/paid Monday and had wheels by following Monday with no customs etc. As I'm on campag and didn't want tubs PX wasn't an option
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I have managed to get 2 rides under the belt. The 1st ride was a 20 miler to make sure that they were safe, and the 2nd was a group 50 miler.
Well, they are simply just a fantastic purchase! The hubs roll very fast something that I noticed big time on our Coal Pitt Lane descent. The brakes feel progressive against the carbon and did not feel 'grabby'. They did not squeal until I used them in anger on some descents but the rims did not get hot.
Now for where they pay off; I spent nearly 80% of the ride at the front. Normally we ride through and off however I was on fire. Now this could be down to me, but it is more likely the wheel set.
They are also very good at climbing, making my usual lumps seem easier to ascend. Admittedly this may have been due to my brand new Look Keo Blades which were so stiff when on the pedals. However they are very stiff with no rubbing on the brakes [I run them very close] with some decent power applied.
I had a decent amount of wind to test the crosswinds and they definitely catch, however nothing I couldn't handle.
They attract a lot of attention [if your into that kind of thing].
All in all one of the best upgrades I have purchased. Hell I might even buy another set to alternate with 60mm.
Oh and the 'whoosh' noise is fantastic at 30mph+
Any news on your wheels yet??
2011 Cervelo S2 (SRAM Red/Force)
2011 Cannondale Caad 10 (Shimano 105)
"Hills Hurt, Couches Kill!!"
Twitter: @MadRoadie
I'm in negotiation with them for a pair of 50mm Clinchers http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280878137801 because at approx. 1517g they are really quite light, not as light as my Tubular Campag Boras but for clinchers they are silly light.
I fancied the matt finish in black, so will design some subdued stickers for them as well.
Comms has been good and they promise to send via EMS as well. 8)
If you ring parcel force they will give you your code and you can pay via their website and the wheels will be delivered next day. I was charged 7 import duty and 13.50 fee, so not too bad I suppose. However, it appears that carboonzone are now being targeted by customs for fees so I may look elsewhere for 88's for a future TT bike build??
2011 Cervelo S2 (SRAM Red/Force)
2011 Cannondale Caad 10 (Shimano 105)
"Hills Hurt, Couches Kill!!"
Twitter: @MadRoadie
Is this technique for braking when ascending effective?
I usually use both at the same time however i will give this a go!
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Has anyone tried ordering direct from alibaba? Just seen these
http://www.aliexpress.com/store/103713/ ... 1311g.html
Listed as super-light at 1311g compared to the 1600ish most people seem to be weighing theirs as, new technology or lies??
Also Basalt braking surface seems to be a new addition.
You can choose finish, hub type,spokes, colour. They were a little slow to respond initially but persevere and ultimately im chuffed!
They are also stockists of Sapim CX ray spokes which add to the cost but they are the best
I got the ultra light set for $600 approx shipped, weight is 1202g measured w/o skewers + tyre. (Matte coating, bitex hub, sapim cx ray spokes, basalt surface, skewers and pads included)
As i didnt get clinchers so cannot comment on them but the company is real.
You need to email them for prices asking for a sample.
However if you want tubs the planet x have R50's for sale at £349 at the mo. Almost as good and from a UK store.
Andy
Looks like I'll be getting some new wheels then.....
Thanks!
i just wondered, takes all the hassle out of ordering from abroad etc.
Planet X also seem to not supply a Campag option or a finish option.
However Planet X are a good option. They're not always £350 though.
viewtopic.php?f=40044&t=12752894
Should be easily under 1200g.
I've got the same bike, yet I'm still drawn to the 50mm ones...
http://app.strava.com/athletes/577050
Commuting / Winter rides - Jamis Renegade Expert
Pootling / Offroad - All-City Macho Man Disc
Fast rides Cannondale SuperSix Ultegra
Similar situation, but doing act 2, and have 50mm's.
I recently did tour of the peak on them (100 miles, 11,000ft of climbing (and downs)) and they were brilliant. Obviously different from Alpine descents but still a good test.
I'll probably take them, and a spare set of Aksiums, and make a decision when i'm there. Probable is they are so much better than my Aksiums, in terms of stiffness and lightness!
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280844167857? ... 1438.l2648
Any advice welcome.
Novatec hubs are ok... I have built about twenty sets with them. Bearings are standard sizes and free hubs can be sourced if needed
Now I just need to order some new tyres and cassette without the mrs kicking up a fuss :oops:
They are still true, with no marks, once wiped over they look brand new.
Braking one large decants needs some technique for alternating front to rear to keep the heat down, however I have not experienced any issues [probably because I adopted the above technique from day one].
One problem now is that I am always at the front of my training chain gang due to my pace! Haha.
Link?