I am looking for a set of aero wheels that is strong enough for daily use. Do any of you have experience with the Hed Jet 50s. I currently own a set of Zipp 404s (great wheels), but I am not willing to run them as my everyday set.
Originally, I was leaning toward the Hed Alps because I heard that they were a bit more durable than the Zipps. So I emailed Hed regarding their everyday use. Here was the response ...
"They (the Hed Alps) are not as durable as Jet wheels, which are about equivalent to well built 32 hole traditional wheels. You could ride them maybe half time. How long they would go for full time use depends on your annual mileage and how hard you are on wheels. I have been recommending jets for everyday use, they are only 20g per wheel heavier than Alps, stronger, stiffer, and generally a little truer when they are built."
Any thoughts???
Originally, I was leaning toward the Hed Alps because I heard that they were a bit more durable than the Zipps. So I emailed Hed regarding their everyday use. Here was the response ...
"They (the Hed Alps) are not as durable as Jet wheels, which are about equivalent to well built 32 hole traditional wheels. You could ride them maybe half time. How long they would go for full time use depends on your annual mileage and how hard you are on wheels. I have been recommending jets for everyday use, they are only 20g per wheel heavier than Alps, stronger, stiffer, and generally a little truer when they are built."
Any thoughts???