Old bike new wheels?

SWL · 27-05-2011 10:16PM #1

Hi,

Had hoped to upgrade to a new bike checked out all the”what bike should I chose threads”. I had decided on a excellent short-list either an entry level carbon or a aluminium frame with good wheel and maybe 105.

I presently ride a 12 years old cro moly frame, weight about 11kg, the wheels are bontrager “Vuelta”it a good bike possibly entry level road bike and has served me well I paid about 600 punts and certainly have got my monies worth.

So as money is tight I will have to delay the new bike, so I am thinking of putting a new set of fairly good quality wheels maybe entry level Askium or fulcrums, feel free to recommend a set of wheels if you wish.

So would this be a good idea or would I be better holding off and using the money for the new bike. My logic is that a set of good wheels are as important as a good frame (all relative of course). New wheels would help increase my speed etc

gman2k · 27-05-2011 10:21PM

Hold off till you get your new bike.
You're not going to notice anything extra by having the new wheels, except the fact you will have a spare set of wheels when you have your new bike.

GTDolanator · 28-05-2011 07:52AM

you wont no yourself on a new set of fancy wheels,smooth and sleek!And when the new bike arrives youl have a lovely spare set waiting for it

Ryder · 28-05-2011 08:59AM

I really dont think you will see much diff with aksiums etc. Maybe with mavic kysiriums or that price range (400e +).......will notice better rolling, lighter etc but for that kind of money I would hold out for a new bike....entry level carbon c1000e

Old bike new wheels?

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