With an aggressive hi-tech look and low weight, the Racing 1 is a lively wheel that adapts easily to all racing conditions. The 26mm high aluminum rim is made lighter by an exclusive triple facing treatment. 16 spoke radially laced front wheel, 21 spoke rear with radial lacing on the off side and 2X on the drive side. Aerodynamic spoke design improves efficiency against the wind. Oversize hubs with aluminium body and axle contain adjustable hi-precision bearings. Like the entire Fulcrum range, Racing 1 wheels incorporate the patented Dynamic Balance: Fulcrum's precise enginering carefully distributes the rotating weight of the wheel evenly, allowing for crisp and predictable handling at the lowest possible weight.
Strengths: 1. Stiff
2. Makes you want to sprint out of the saddle
3. Very smooth
Weaknesses: 1. Price! They are pricey but if you look around they can be had for under $800... hence the 4 rating for value.
2. Weight - For the price they should be 100 grams lighter! C'mon Campy!
Bottom Line:
All I can say is WOW! I bought these to replace my Mavic Ksyrium's and I honestly didn't think I would feel much of a difference but I was wrong. First, they are very stiff out of the saddle - I didn't realize how soft the mavic's were until I tried these. Secondly, on flats I seem to be keeping a higher mph than I normally do. I don't know if its the aerodynamics of the wheels or the bearings but they just seem very fast! Honestly, I won't have anything else but Campy or Fulcrum wheels on my bikes from now on.
I'm prepared to pull the trigger on a new set of wheels and was on the fence between eurus 2 way, 7850-SL. However, I located a really sharp deal on some 1's. Is this equal to th Read More »
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I purchased the Wilier Triestina Gran Turismo stock version and my bike is in the process of being delivered. I was looking at upgrade options and my bike store suggested Read More »
Hi I have a set of Fulcrum racing 1's and have a chance to get a set of 2011 Shamal ultras for 750, just want to get peoples opinion on if it would be worth the upgrade. Would I se Read More »
Granted, I'm new to road bikes, as I'm sure some of you are aware, and still relatively dumb/learning. Not saying I'm going to be making a push for entry into next year's Tour de Read More »
I just bought a new bike and it came with a Mavic Elite wheelset. My old bike had Fulcrum Racing 1's (2008 version) with the thicker spokes and weigh about 1630 grams. I'm unsure Read More »
