Hed Designs Bastogne

Price Paid:  $695.00 at om's Pro Bike

Favorite Ride:
Mullholland

Bike Setup:
Colnago CLX
Shimano Ultegra Shifters, Derailers, Brakes
FSA Carbon Fiber Team Issue Compact
Carbon Pro Areo Flat Handlebars
FSA Carbon Headset
Colnago Aero seatpost
Speedplay Pedals
Colnago Prologo Saddle
Hed Bastogne Wheelset

Summary:
Lightweight, rolls smooth as silk and unbelievably strong. I ride varied terrain around Los Angeles. Climbs and descents up to 13% and rough downtown roads. They respond quick and nimble and have remained true even after riding over some punishing roads. I hit a pot hole descending Mount Hollywood big enough to give me pinch flat and the wheels were fine. I upgraded from Mavic Aksuim which came standard with my road bike and immediately noticed an improvement in smoothness and handling. Weight savings has been a big bonus on the climbs. One of my decisions to purchase these was the weight to cost ratio. (1409 grams) They are the longtime supplier of wheels to the US Postal Team/Discovery Team.

Strengths:
Lightweight, Smooth, and Strong. Don't have to deal with tubulars for this weight.

Weaknesses:
None

Similar Products Used:
Mavic Aksium
Gipiemme

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