Some of the attraction to the wheels you mention comes from their looks, and that's something nobody
can decide for you. But I will point out that the Rolf Sestriere isn't my choice for cyclists over
150 lbs or so; the spokes are too thin and the wheels get rather squishy feeling. The Vector Pro is
a very solidly-built aerodynamic wheel, but it's going to weigh a bit more than the Ksyrium SSC SL
or Rolf Prima Vigor. You've left out the wheels that normally come stock on a 5500 (and which I use
myself), the Bontrager Race Lite or X-Lite. Very nice, very light wheels that use conventional
spokes (they're actually bladed but you can replace them with regular round ones, since they're
standard j-bend design).
Another thing to consider is which wheels have the best local support. Once you get away from
conventional hubs, you're dealing with special bearings & cassette mechanisms and sometimes
different types of tools & techniques to true them. If something goes wrong (whether on a
conventional wheel or one of those you mentioned), it's nice to have purchased them locally from a
shop that supports them.
--Mike-- Chain Reaction Bicycles
http://www.ChainReactionBicycles.com
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> I am building a Trek 5500 and I am having trouble deciding what wheels I want to roll down the
> road on. I have been looking at the Spinergy x-aero lite, Mavic Ksyrium SSC SL, Ksyrium Elites,
> Rolf Vector Pro, Rolf Vector Sestriere and the Rolf Prima Vigor. I will use these as my everyday
> wheels so they have to be able to sustain some miles but I want something aero and lightweight
> too. Any input/experience is much, much appreciated. I am open to any type of wheels, not
> necessarily the above mentioned. Thank You!
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