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2015-09-25 6:59 PM

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Subject: FLO 30 vs Stock Wheels
Hey Guys,

I've got more of a budget/ is it worth the money question.

I'm riding a Felt s32 (2007) with standard Shimano R500's. I want better wheels, but with a 1 year old at home there's not much disposable income. I thinking the Flo 30's might be a good choice for the budget and still give me a bit of aero/ weight savings vs. the r500's. So... is it worth it for the $400ish dollars to go there, or should I just save it for other upgrades (ie... power meter, new bike etc.)

Thanks for the input!


2015-09-27 8:14 AM
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Subject: RE: FLO 30 vs Stock Wheels
The Flo 30s will be marginally faster than the R500s, but they're not really "race wheels". I'd think you'd inevitably want to upgrade again soon, so probably better to save for the wheels you'll eventually end up with. Keep an eye on the used market and you might find something nice.
2015-09-27 3:41 PM
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Subject: RE: FLO 30 vs Stock Wheels
For $400, you could get a pair of used aero wheels… Keep the R500 for training.
2015-09-28 12:06 AM
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Subject: RE: FLO 30 vs Stock Wheels
Originally posted by SenatorClayDavis

The Flo 30s will be marginally faster than the R500s, but they're not really "race wheels". I'd think you'd inevitably want to upgrade again soon, so probably better to save for the wheels you'll eventually end up with. Keep an eye on the used market and you might find something nice.


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You can get used wheels for not too dissimilar of a price that will be better :p
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