the superior aerodynamics of deep-rim carbon wheels give the rider a competitive edge. Carbon tubular rim wheels also often excel in climbing, because carbon makes it possible... yield weights similar to the lightest weight alloy rim wheels, like the Topolino CTR 2.0, with the added benefit of better aerodynamics. This comes at a price, however: carbon...Carbon or Alloy? 74 Main Street Middlebury Vermont (802) 388-6666 Which rims are better on the road, carbon or aluminum? Carbon rules in triathlon and time-trials, where...

you see so many deep rim wheels ridden in flat stages in events like the Tour de France. When the road pitches up to 8 percent or more, you'll appreciate the way a light wheel helps... hovers right around 500gm, however, and there's too much inertia in a 500 gram rim to make it a true all-around wheel. These are best for rides where the goal is to get up to speed... a 20mph group ride where some riders have shallow rims and others have deep, the advantage of the deep rim isn't significant. At 30mph, however, it's a different story. This is why...

in. The bottom line? If you want a deep rim wheel that's light enough to use for climbing, your best choice is carbon tubular. You won't have much luck finding a lightweight... aluminum tubular rim wheel in the U.S., unless you go custom (and we build wheels 8 ). Even manufacturers like Mavic fail to take full advantage of the inherent strength of the tubular..., but they still only approve of two wheel sets for use with their tubeless tires, the Shimano Dura-Ace WH-7850 and the Shimano Ultegra WH-6700. That said, with a proper rim strip...

work well for a rider who is 195 pounds. The 195 pound rider, however, will have an easier time with a deep rim wheel, especially in crosswinds. Weight (the wheels) -- lighter wheels... climb, but advances in carbon rim construction technology now allow you to have your cake and eat it too: a deep rim wheel set that is also quite light. Bearing quality -- better... the most, with a lighter rim. The Mavic Ksyrium Elite is one of the best road wheels on the market, period. It's light, it's strong, and it's easy to service. Since the Ksyrium...

and photos of these beautifully thought-out wheels: Hybrid carbon/kevlar spokes Advanced composite hub Super-high quality bearings Light, responsive, durable rims See what your fellow...: Photo of a Topolino wheel after bike was hit by car -- pretzeled rim, but no broken spokes. 1984 Olympic Sprint silver medalist Nelson Vails on his pair of C-19s. In case you were...Topolino CTR 2.O, Topolino CTR2.0 74 Main Street Middlebury Vermont (802) 388-6666 At 1360g/pair, the Topolino CTR 2.0s are among the lightest alloy clincher wheels on the market...