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Neil Ginter
a Date Reviewed: February 21, 2012
Strengths: light weightWeaknesses: reliabilityBottom Line: Nothing but problems with the rear wheel. A spoke broke for no apparent reason ( riding at about 15 mph on level smooth surfas), had to send the wheel back to Easton because it would not freewheel (they replaced all internal parts, bearings, adjusters, etc.). Finally, the rim separated at the same spot as the spoke broke. Easton would not repair under warranty. Cost $385.00 plus shipping. I have been a rider for over 40 years and have never had this kind of issue with any wheel, including the old Fiamme Yellow labels which were notorious for bending. I would not recommend these wheels as Easton will take no responsibility for a manufactuing defect. They should have replaced the wheel under warranty with all of the issues it had. Hopefully it will be OK now.
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txscyclist
a CommuterDate Reviewed: February 12, 2012
Strengths: 1. The look is great
2. The sound of the freehub
3. The fact they are handbuiltWeaknesses: 1. Straight pull spokesare hard to find
2. Axle and freehub notorioulsy come loose.
3. HEAVY!Bottom Line: I worked at a bike shope for many years, We had a lot of problems with Easton's wheels, so after calling the Easton Rep, he made me a deal and sold me a pair of Easton EC 70's at cost in an effort to persuade me to suggest these wheels to my customers. I Weigh 200lbs and rode everywhere with these wheels for about a year. Within that year I broke one spoke, (no biggie as I am a technician), but the hubs would come loose, and the freehub body would also come loose. This was irritating but was not worthy of disliking the wheelset. I would say that if you do not know how to work on bicycles then this wheelset may be too complex to adjust considering that customers would can buy a Mavic Kysrium wheelset (although not carbon/aluminum) and ride 20,000 miles wihout the hub and freehub body coming loose. I like these wheels a lot, but with that being said, I still recommend the Mavic Kysirium line to my clientele.
Favorite Ride: Any and all
Purchased At: Easton Direct
Similar Products Used: Easton Circuit
Zipp 202's
Mavic K10
Bike Setup: Merlin Extralight, full Dura Ace
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sacstateroad
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: February 4, 2011
Strengths: Durability, stiffness, look goodWeaknesses: none.Bottom Line: These wheels are great! They are stiff and incredibly solid. I am 6'2" and 220 and these things are perfect for an all around wheel. I have had no problems anad they have styed true.
Favorite Ride: Twisty
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At: Pro Deal
Similar Products Used: several stock wheels
Bike Setup: Cannondale CAAD 9, 4. Sram Force, Red.
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Faizel
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: December 1, 2010
Strengths: Strong, Aero, Bling, SoundBottom Line: Awesome Awesome Wheels !!! Had set of Shimano Rs80's, and started breaking spokes, when I decided to change. I am 1.9m tall, and weigh 89kg. I wanted a wheel that I could race and do my weekend distance rides on. These wheels fit the bill perfectly.
Favorite Ride: Chappies - Cape Town - South Africa
Price Paid:
$700.00
Purchased At: Chain Reaction
Bike Setup: Cannondale Supersix 3, Ultegra, Shwalbe Ultremo's
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Stephen
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: September 8, 2010
Strengths: Price, strong wheels, smooth, fast, look great.Weaknesses: None yet.Bottom Line: Great wheelset and great addition to any bike. They are super smooth, quiet (compared to other wheels), strong, fast rolling. There wrapped in Michelin Krylion's and very happy. I used to get flats every time I went out, now none. The wheels that came on my bike where the Bontrager Race Lite entry level rim and very loud, no comparison. Roads in Upstate NY can be rough, will be a good test of there durability. These wheels were a great choice for someone looking upgrade but not wanting to pay out $1500+ on a set of wheels. Great wheelset...
Favorite Ride: Upstate NY
Price Paid:
$699.00
Purchased At: Ebay
Similar Products Used: Bontrager Race Lite, Bontrager Race XXX Lite, and whatever came on my last bikes.
Bike Setup: 2010 Trek Madone 5.2, full Ultegra, Easton EC70 wheelset, easton carbon EC90 Aero Handlebar.
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