Race Wheels
Bootoo
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in General Chat
I am quite new to this tri lark but have decided to treat myself to some race wheels. I heard it is best to keep a set just for racing and seperate set for training.
My question is -
Is it worth getting some aero wheels with a slightly deeper wheel rim (say 50 or 60mm) on a normal set up road bike or am I better just going for something lightweight? I have a Giant Defy 2 so wasn't sure if the aero advantage is worth the extra weight?
My question is -
Is it worth getting some aero wheels with a slightly deeper wheel rim (say 50 or 60mm) on a normal set up road bike or am I better just going for something lightweight? I have a Giant Defy 2 so wasn't sure if the aero advantage is worth the extra weight?
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For TTs and triathlon the ultimate aim is as aero as possible, weight doesn't matter as much - unless it's a hilly course. Having said that rotational weight is the biggest impact, so a heavier wheel will be that bit slower to get up to speed - but then once there will potentially give a flywheel effect, which helps maintain speed.
If you get good wheels, you can always keep them and upgrade the rest of the bike later.
Are the wheels a waste of time without the tri bars?
I was thinking of the Easton EA90 or something similar for the wheels set but will be visiting the lbs.
There was a good article about the best aero position - I think it was on the basis that when down on the aeros with your knee at 90 degrees between your thigh and calf, your hip should also be at 90 degrees between your back and thigh, then your upper arm should be at 90 degrees to your back. I can't find the article again to be certain this is correct though...
Now just got to find some money...
Have a look at what Easton has to offer .
Have Fun looking ...
Have a look at this to start:
http://www.slowtwitch.com/mainheadings/ ... kefit.html
This
http://www.tri-ecoach.com/art20.htm
And this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zK0PDGSQ ... re=related
But a getting your bike set up properly by a professional who knows what they are doing will be the best option - I open up to the forum suggestions on that point.