Mavic Ksyrium SCC SL wheels

Triathlon Forum
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Hi all, posting for a friend of mine. Anyone know what changed from the 2003 to the 2004 model Mavic Ksyrium SCC SL wheels? Friend has a lead on a good deal on some 2003’s.

Thanks!

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From Competitive Cyclist:

The SL has two major changes for 2004. First off, the color of the wheelset has changed. Gone are the black rims and spokes of the last two years, and in its place will be silver anodized rims and spokes. Many folks described the silver machined surfaces in between the spoke nipples on the black SL rim of 2003 as odd. The all-silver 2004 rim camouflages these machined sections on the rim, and in our estimation makes them look cleaner than ever. The other change for 2004 is in the front hub. Instead of the aluminum hub shell of previous years, it’s a silver-painted carbon fiber composite shell, lightening the front wheel.

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To make it easier -

'03 wheels are black
'04 wheels are silver and save 10g on the front hub

That is it. I personally like the black spokes better, but depends upon the bike. If there is a good deal on the '03: then it is a no brainer.

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I have a set of 2003, or maybe 2002 SL’s. They are great, 3000+ miles and as true as the day they were new. I’d recommend them to anyone.

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Thanks all… great info!