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ratherbecycling
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: February 20, 2011
Strengths: Relatively light
Relatively strong
Balanced,
Stays true (so far)
Reasonably aero for a low-rim clincher. Nice technology -- the paired spokes, internal spoke nipples, etc. -- without pushing the margins too far.Weaknesses: None so far.Bottom Line: I was looking for a strong, light wheel for riding several events this summer -- TOUR Transalp 7-day race from Germany to Italy, in particular. I need clinchers so I can quickly change a flat, something light enough for the climbs (20,000 meters of climbing over the week, and strong enough for the punishment I inflict on wheels (6'2", 200 lbs). I've been riding these for 6 weeks and have really enjoyed them so far. Light -- spin up easily, only a little flex when I hammer out of the saddle, and very comfortable over bumps. Compared with the wheels I've been riding lately (Hed Jet 6, Fulcrum Racing 1 Tubeless) the rear wheel feels like it is almost not there, it is so much lighter (with Schwalbe Ultremo ZX tires).
Favorite Ride: Matsuhime Pass
Price Paid:
$850.00
Purchased At: Wiggle
Similar Products Used: Mavic Ksyrium SL (2004).
Fulcrum Racing 1 Two way (2009).
Open Pro rims/Dura-Ace hubs.
Reynolds Stratus Cross DV (2006).
HED Jet 6 "stallion build" (2010).
Bike Setup: Cervelo R3 SL
Dura Ace (with FSA Team Issue 53/39 crank or Ultegra compact 50/34)
Fizik Arione etc
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John
a CommuterDate Reviewed: June 2, 2008
Strengths: Light for a clincher.
Stiff enough on hard climbs despite lower weight
Good road feel
Stable on high speed descentsWeaknesses: Not particularly aero. My Topolinos are 48cm deep and really slice the air. The Elan don't deliver that sensation but are better all around.Bottom Line: Rolf built me a set of Prima Elan RS from its remaining 2007 close out inventory of parts. Bought the Elan RS for a little extra strength versus the Elan since I'm 6' 2" and 165 pounds. Four rides, including one outing with a 2,700 foot climb on 8% grade, so far. The wheels are now my daily set, replacing tubular Topolino Revelation V90s (approx 1,100 grams). The Elan RS have been great - spin up well, solid on rougher road, fairly rigid in hard climbing, stable in descents and still feel relatively light. Nice combination plus the convenience/security of a clincher. I got a great deal as I was buying close out stock (that is why the "value rating" is 5 - otherwise probably a 4). I trusted reviews I read on this site and on cyclingnews.com. The reviews were right.
Price Paid:
$750.00
Purchased At: From manufacturer
Similar Products Used: Topolino Revelation V90
Easton Circuit
Bike Setup: Cervelo R3
DurAce shifters/brakes
FSA cranks
Ceramic MegaExo BB
StrongLight brakes
Speedplay pedals
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