I'm building a new bike and am now researching wheels. For my money and usage, a nice pair in the 1500g neighborhood seems right. I understand the risks associated with the Chinese carbon wheels, and the benefits of using a USA Manufacturer. The Yoeleo wheels do have a warranty and do have good customer service.
My question is in real life, in this situation, is the carbon wheel worth the risks and good for my situation listed below. Also if a wheel has a 190lbs limit, at 195, am ok? Are these conservative ratings?
Here's my situation
For aluminum wheels, I'm looking at the Wiliams System 31
For carbon, I'm looking at the Chinese company Yoeleo
Thanks in advance!
My question is in real life, in this situation, is the carbon wheel worth the risks and good for my situation listed below. Also if a wheel has a 190lbs limit, at 195, am ok? Are these conservative ratings?
Here's my situation
- Budget is +/- $550
- I'm not a racer
- I weigh around 195...and dropping
- This will be one of two bikes I use to commute from Brooklyn to Manhattan (bad roads),
- On weekends and holidays I will us this for 50 - 100+ mile rides
- carbon frame, undecided on the Force 22 or Red 22 groupset. overall a pretty light setup.
For aluminum wheels, I'm looking at the Wiliams System 31
- 1598g (3.5lbs) (not sure if it includes the skewer)
- Sixty Six hub
- $579
- http://www.williamscycling.com/Wheel-System-31-2428-spoke-count-_p_130.html
For carbon, I'm looking at the Chinese company Yoeleo
- 1314g (2.89lbs) (not sure if it includes the skewer)
- Novatec Hub
- $519.50
- http://www.yoeleo.com/23mm-wide-bicycle-wheels-50mm-carbon-clincher.html
Thanks in advance!