ROL Wheels Race SLR wheelsets - clincher

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MSRP : $650.00

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THE RACE SLR IS OUR AWARD WINNING RACE SL OPTIMIZED FOR THE STRONGER, TALLER, OR HEAVIER RIDER!

No longer is the stronger, taller, or heavier rider penalized by a low rider weight limit. With four additional spokes on the front and rear wheels, the SLR is ideal for the rider wanting increased lateral stiffness and the compliance found in a higher spoke count wheel. Whether you're a sprinter, criterium specialist, or a rider that wants a no-nonsense, hand-built aero clincher that can take the abuse, the SLR may just be the right wheelset for you. Suggested rider weight limit to 240lbs.

// 30mm Alloy Aero Clincher Rim // 3D Forged Alloy ROL Hubset // SAPIM CX-Ray Spokes // DT Swiss Alloy ProLock Nipples // 24 Spoke Front - Radial // 28 Spoke Rear- 2x2x // Japanese EZO Sealed Cartridge Bearings // Includes Skewers & Rim Tape

Wheelset Weight Excluding Rim Tape: 1,574g

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Submitted by Scott M a

Date Reviewed: May 14, 2012

Strengths:    Light, spin up fast. They are very stiff, and the freewheel is very quiet.

Weaknesses:    None so far. I guess that if I had to say something I would wish that the graphics were silkscreened, and not decals.

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I bought these wheels to replace the Roval Fusee EL28s that came with my 2010 Specialized Roubaix Expert. I'm 6'6 and range between 210-230 lbs. depending on the time of year. This is the first high performance bike that I have owned, and after around 5,000 miles on it I got tired of replacing popped spokes and decided to get some new wheels. A friend of mine recommended the ROL Race SLR wheelset as a replacement. The transformation was incredible. The first thing I noticed is absolutely NO wheel flex. I never realized that the old wheels were so flexible. My climbing performance increased by almost 10%, and the cornering is super crisp and confidence-inspiring. The crosswinds here in Colorado were also un-nerving, especially during high-speed descents, but now the bike tracks straight ahead and my high center of gravity doesn't seem to be much of an issue anymore.
These wheels are super light and smooth, and the construction is perfect for us Clydesdales. I have almost 500 miles on them and they are still surprising me. I'm sold.

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Submitted by Dave a Recreational Rider

Date Reviewed: May 4, 2012

Strengths:    Im 215 pounds and notice no flex, climbs are a breeze now, spins fast, and I've put on 1500+ miles now and the wheels are still true

Weaknesses:    None

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These wheels are great. My old junk bontragers that came with my bike flexed really bad, now I just crush the hills. The worst was, my old rims needed truing constantly, every 150 miles or so - haven't trued the ROL's yet!

When I ordered the SL's, the SLR's didn't exist....yet. Shawn from ROL called and I told him my concerns at the time because my weight was close to the limit of the SL's and he mentioned he could make it with the 4 extra spokes, something they were starting to do at the time and charged me the same price because the SLR's weren't out yet.

Customer service is fantastic. I got a call from ROL stating that the hubs placed on the wheels during the August I bought them were having problems with breaking spokes (although mine wasn't) They paid to have me ship it there and back, put a new hub and rebuilt the wheel free of charge. It was winter in MN, so it wasn't an inconvenience to my riding.

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Submitted by David Jensen a

Date Reviewed: May 2, 2012

Strengths:    Strong and fairly light wheelset. Roll smooth and true.

Weaknesses:    None

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I bought these wheels a few weeks ago and have put several hundred miles on them now. I am 6' 200 and a pretty strong rider and these wheels seem plenty stiff and strong and roll very nice. I've used various Mavics, DuraAce, Neuvations, and a few other wheels and they all seemed fine. These wheels offer a very good value and won't be the cause of why you can't keep up with the group! I have read claims of 2 mph speed gains and I took minutes off a certain climb when I put these on. I won't dispute those claims since I don't know what wheels they were using before, but I didnt see any increase in speed and although they do seem to climb better then other wheelsets I have, I don't think it will add up to be more then seconds on a long climb. That being said, I love these wheels and if they give me many thousands of miles of use then I'll be happy.

Looks- They are a little "Blingy" but to be honest... most wheels are. I like the looks and they so get noticed.

Wheels came packed in a single box and showed up in perfect shape. I tossed each wheel on my truing stand and checked them out... and they were VERY close to perfect. I bought a set of Continental Grand Prix 4000s 25's and lightweight tubes to mount on them and I am very happy with the combination. This seems like a good setup for the rougher roads that I ride and for the many hills in my area. These wheels handle cross winds better then some of the wheels I have including the Neuvations which can be a handful in the wind (uses large bladed spokes).

At this price I think they are a GREAT value and will make the perfect training wheel and even a good wheel for racing.

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Submitted by Mark Beesley a

Date Reviewed: March 11, 2012

Strengths:    The price is excellent. They are light and smooth. My first ride up a small hill I immediately noticed a difference. After over a year they are as true as the day I bought them and I weigh 230 lbs. I am a very aggressive rider. Made in USA.

Weaknesses:    None that I have found.

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Over a year ago I broke my Mavic Ksyrium SLs and began looking for a new set of wheels. I spent months and months looking for the right wheel set. I found ROL wheels online and began researching. I called the owner and he helped me out with the right set of wheels. I decided to take a chance on ROL wheels and I am glad I did. I will continue to buy ROL wheels. They are the best wheels I have ever owned. I highly recommend ROL wheels.

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Submitted by James Youn a Road Racer

Date Reviewed: January 22, 2012

Strengths:    Bombproof (big pothole), made for clydes, smooth, very comfortable wheel. Lots of value for the price. Sapim CXRAY.

Weaknesses:    None.

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I'm 220 and was looking for a wheel that was lighter than my CXP33's, with as much stregnth and reliability. Have been riding these wheels for a few months and the wheels continue to exceed expectations in terms of trueness, smoothness, and comfort.