What new wheels for Boardman Road Team Carbon 2014

What new wheels for Boardman Road Team Carbon 2014

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240Cup

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638 posts

190 months

Monday 9th January 2017
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So after a not so good day yesterday (first big crash ever on a slippy road when front wheel went out from under me on braking and then a puncture on the way back) I feel like treating my bike to some upgrades ..

First thoughts are some decent wheels. A pal says now that the bike is properly set up for me following my bike fit, new wheels will make the biggest noticeable difference to how it rides and overall performance.

Or is the money required to change the wheels better invested towards a new bike ... man maths at work :-)

Haven't a clue where to start ...

240Cup

Original Poster:

638 posts

190 months

Monday 9th January 2017
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30 - 50 mile rides twice a week - mainly on the flat and against the clock ...

240Cup

Original Poster:

638 posts

190 months

Monday 9th January 2017
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Its got Mavic CXP22 on there - came with the bike.

If it makes a noticeable difference I would be happy to pay 250 / 350 for a decent set of wheels/tyres

240Cup

Original Poster:

638 posts

190 months

Friday 13th January 2017
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all really useful many thanks all.

@pot odds, what was the biggest difference you noticed going from the Team to the SLS?

240Cup

Original Poster:

638 posts

190 months

Tuesday 17th January 2017
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Think I am going to go for a set of the Ultegra 6800s. Tempted to totally upgrade my bike to an SLS SLR or even an AIR but figure a wheel upgrade would satisfy the upgrade itch for now..!

Tempted to go tubeless, anyone any strong opinions on this for or against and also recommendations on tyre supplier?

Also does Wiggle attract Britich cycling discount?

Cheers all

240Cup

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638 posts

190 months

Wednesday 18th January 2017
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when you say being 'worn out' do you mean after many miles the rim wears out from the brakes? I don't do enough miles obviously..!