Subject: RE: New Wheels for a Newbie Originally posted by Joednavy
Hello,
I just completed my third Triathlon (one sprint, two Olympic) using my old Trek Elance. The bike is great, but it's not the fastest of my bikes. I have a lighter Raleigh with better shifting capabilities, but I got ran off the road a few months back. When I got up both wheels had come off the bike, I was hurt, angry, and dazed. The result was that I just threw the bike in the bushes and walked off. After I came to my senses a few miles later I went back to get my bike and could only find the front wheel. So, I am in need of at least a new back wheel. The wheels that were on it were Weinnman TR 18. That may not be a great wheel description, as I am still not very bike Savvy.
Seeing that I am still new to this, I am not looking to spend a lot of money until it will actually make a difference in my performance. If anyone has a recommendation on an affordable wheel, I would be more than happy to receive it.
Thank you for your time.
Let's talk about the real problem here. Just 2 bikes?
Juuuuust kiddin'. I can't help you too much with wheels. Other than I'd go with "value" (not crappy, but not too expensive ) so you can save up for the 3rd and 4th bike
There's some really knowledgeable wheel people here that have been discussing wheels quite a bit...granted they've been a little higher end/higher performance wheels....but I'm sure they can chime in. |