Bike Setup: Bianchi 928L - w Campag 11spd. Cannondale CAAD 8 - w Shimano Ultegra
Summary: I own two sets of these wheels. One set with a shimano ultegra set-up on a CAAD8 and the other set with a campagnolo setup on a Bianchi 928. I love these wheels. I picked the one set up for the 450 on Ebay and I paid more at my LBS for the first set. Thus far they are true and solid. They look and feel fast. I rotate wheelsets on both my bikes and therefore they do not get constant everyday wear. I am also very careful to monitor wear and adjustment of the hubs and spokes. I pay attention to the road in front of me whenever possible. If I am on bad roads with these wheels, I am more cautious than on a smooth tarmac. I have been in pacelines with them and hit the unforseen pothole and they have remained unscathed. I also own a set of ES's and have had no concerns thus far.
Strengths: Looks, weight, solidity, spoke config.
Weaknesses: Possibly theif magnets.
Similar Products Used: Bontrager RaceLites, Cane Creek Strados, Shimano 550s.
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Summary: Had a set of SSC SL's, rode them for 6 months. Heard a clicking one day. After inspecting, the rear rim had 6 x 1/4" cracks, 2 per each of 3 spokes. Returned to Mavic. they replaced the rim, but used all of the old parts, spokes, hub, etc. Quality? During a sprint, the rim was touching brakepads. Their answer was to de-tension so reduce stress (proof of inferior metal?) to the point of being useless. Up they went on ebay. Replaced with Dura Ace 7801, 15,000 miles now, never trued yet. Bought mountain bike, had Crossmax SL's. Used as a commuter bike, never been off road. Within 3 months, broke a spoke on the rear. Up on ebay they went. Replaced with new XTR. Again, very happy with Shimano products. I have experienced others with similar experiences. In club rides, Mavics are always popping spokes. Mavic barely stands behind their product and I will never buy again, I also tell others to beware and to consider Shimano, Fulcrum, etc. Research I have done shows Mavic is using inferior/cheap alloys in wheels, lightness is #1, duability = 0. Buyer beware !!!!!
Strengths: Mavics are good wheels ... if you are sponsored by them.
Summary: Rode these about 35,ooo KM's. Did not take very good care cleaning the brake surface, or chinging pads. The braking surface of the RW is now VERY worn-out and has to be replaced! The FW is slightly worn. They were trued ONCE only in 35,000kms! You've heard it before...BOMBPROOF! I could'nt help feeling that these wheels were stiffer than my low end Ti bike frame.
Strengths: Super strong, I'm 175-185 lbs.
Realy tough, railway tracks at 45-50kph, pothole surprise, no problem!
Peace of mind!
Powerful exceleration!
Weaknesses: Wet stopping distance.
Non aero rim.
Do the big bladded spokes realy help?
Similar Products Used: Mavic Cosmic (low end product)
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Bike Setup: Got the SL's on Cinelli frame, Chorus group, Pro 3 boots.
Summary: Damn good wheels. Get your hands on a set, don't be afraid to by them second hand, i've abused mine over 10,000 miles and not the slightest hint of a problem, chuck on a set of Pro 3 tyre's and the combination is rewarding. Upgrade your brake though!
Strengths: Build quality, strength, weight, responsiveness, hill climbing abilities, value.
Weaknesses: USE GOOD BRAKES!!! IF IT RAINS HEAVILY CHEAP BRAKES WILL NOT STOP YOU ON THIS RIMS BRAKING SURFACE!! I USED CAMPAG MIRAGE DOWN A HILL AT 55MPH IN HEAVY RAIN, NOT A GOOD COMBINATION FOR A LONG LIFE, UPGRADE TO MAVIC BRAKES OR BETTER IF YOU WANT TO LIVE!
Similar Products Used: ZIPP 404's, ZIPP 808's, ZIPP 1080's.
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Summary: best wheels i know in exsistance. fast light durable i weigh 225 lbs and ride on alot of rough roads and these wheels hold up 110% has staid true no dents or wobbles the wheels are flawless no wonder mavic quit making them theyre too good. seriously you want performance and durability this is IT!
Strengths: bombproof and light
Weaknesses: mavic doesnt make them anymore
Similar Products Used: aksiums. wh6600
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