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2008-05-14 4:14 PM

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Subject: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher

Looking to buy a rear aero wheel.  Something like a HED jet or similar, but would love to get a disk, or Hed3.  I am looking to spend as absolutely little as possible.  I know I can get something for around $200- so I'm looking around this price range- but...let me know what you have, as long as it's <$300.

700cc, clincher STRONGLY preferred (but not absolute), 9-speed shimano/sram compatable.

Doesn't have to be perfect condition, but has to be rideable- smooth hub. 

I have a HED Jet ironman that is old (~mid 1990's) that was given to me by a good friend- which takes on water becuase it has a big hole around the stem.  I simply don't use it in the rain. Looking for something like this that is still fine to race, but might have a little bit of an issue- that I can get cheap to get me started with the whole aero wheel thing.  Help a college student out!  Help me give myself a graduation present!

HAS to be structurally sound.

Sound have bought these: $200 for the set on ebay-

Also may be looking for a new crank- might as well buy a carbon one, so I don't have to upgrade again- probably 170mm.  Will know after Friday when I FINALLY get fitted by FitWerx.

 

feel free to email me [email protected].

 

-Jerry



Edited by greenmtnman 2008-05-14 4:18 PM


2008-05-14 4:36 PM
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Subject: RE: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher
Have you considered a disc cover from Wheelbuilder or other?  If you want cheapest and most aero, that's your winner.
2008-05-14 4:42 PM
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Subject: RE: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher

I almost bought one-the only thing is, I'd have to buy another wheel anyways, becuase I couldn't keep taking it off and putting it on my trainers- and they're the only wheels I have.  So, get a decent wheel for for $150, add a $60 plastic cover....and you might as well get a "cheap" aero wheel.

Trust me, I have been obsessing and thinking about this a lot- $200 dollars is A LOT of money for me- considering I only make about 40 bucks a week with work study.

2008-05-15 10:13 AM
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Subject: RE: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher
greenmtnman - 2008-05-14 5:42 PM

becuase I couldn't keep taking it off and putting it on my trainers

Don't mean to hi-jack your classified post, but: 

Why not?  That's exactly what I do.  If money is really that tight for you, 5-10 minutes to remove/put on the cover seems like a bargain.

2008-05-15 12:21 PM
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Subject: RE: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher

It's true!  And after the point was brought up, I have thought about it a lot and am strongly considering just buying the cover and spending the extra $ on a new rear derailleur since mine has over 10K on it.

Do you think it won't destroy the covers/they'll be effective after taking them on and off 4-5 times a year minimum?



Edited by greenmtnman 2008-05-15 12:21 PM
2008-05-15 1:17 PM
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Subject: RE: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher

the screws are pretty susceptible to stripping, so you might want to ask for some more of the plastic screws when and if you do order one.

I love mine, but I have a nice set of 85 mm wheels now and I just cut my cover down to fit my 85 mm rear wheel.



2008-05-15 2:41 PM
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Subject: RE: WTB: Aero rear wheel- 50, 60, 80, Disk 700cc clincher
greenmtnman - 2008-05-15 1:21 PM

Do you think it won't destroy the covers/they'll be effective after taking them on and off 4-5 times a year minimum?

There's nothing to destroy (except, as noted, you could strip some of the plastic screws eventually--but these can be easily/cheaply replaced).  The covers should last YEARS as long as you take resonable care with them.  You could take them on & off daily without harm if you wanted to do so.

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