Hello,
Just looking for recommendations for wheelset upgrade for my Scott Addict disc 30 road bike. There’s so much out there so I’d appreciate any feedback as far as good brands to choose from. My current stock wheelset weighs around 2,700g. Looking to find something anywhere 700g to 1,000g lighter. I’m also looking to stay within a budget of $1,000/$1,200. Preferably new but used is on the table.
I did IMLP on this bike back in 2021 and feel like I’m still peddling lol. Doing it again this year but looking for improvement. While I’m well aware it’s the “engine” and not the bike, I do feel like I can knock off some time with lighter wheels.
are you sure about that current weight? that is very heavy! maybe you’re weighing ready to ride with tyres and cassette?
the current model addict 30 comes with Syncros RP2.0 wheels which seem to weigh 1750g which is about normal for mid-range road wheels. certainly you can trim some weight off that still but the benefits will be relatively small even on a hilly course. you would likely do better to focus on aerodynamics rather than weight
Currently on sale, around 1600 gramm:
HED Jet RC5 Plus Disc Brake Wheelset - Black, Shimano/SRAM 11 - My Bike Shop
HED wheels been tested numerous times against best competitirs which cost x3 times more, I would pick them over any Chinese brand any time.
Yeah, I hear you as the 2,700 does seem high. I re-worked and came up with 2,569g. Here’s how I backed into it:
The weight of the Synchos Race 24 wheelset weight (I could not find it listed online) is 3,920 (1,700 front; 2,220 rear). I used the below link as that type of Scott has same wheelset as mine:
Just know that even if I’m off the mark with some of the above, I’m pretty sure that there’s a lot of room for weight savings with the wheels and different tires. I’m also looking to switch to Ultegra r8000 group set.
Thanks so much for your response and feedback!
Chris
I will check these out. A little scared about the no returns/cancellations etc. But all options are on the table.
Thank you!
Chris
Since they’re going out of business, that’s not surprising. It may be worth confirming with HED that they’ll handle any warranty issues directly, since MBS won’t be around. I wouldn’t worry too much, I’ve owned around a dozen HED wheelsets over the last 6 years, never even had to put a spoke wrench to one, much less worry about a warranty issue. I love the darned things. In fact, I just bought another set from MBS last week!
Pro bike kit has some deals. I just bought a pair of Reynolds AR41x for under $1000 a pair. Crazy I thought and they are tubeless and still hooked rims.
I will check these out. A little scared about the no returns/cancellations etc. But all options are on the table.
Thank you!
Chris
I’ve been shopping for some time for a new set of wheels in that price range, to replace the cheap Chinese set I’ve been riding. I was looking at HED anyway and the MBS sale finally got me to pull the trigger. As has been said I assume HED would still respect the warranty. And those deals are on fire!
I was also looking at Light Bicycle. They have a great choice of rims and have sales a few time a a year where you can get $50-100 off.
HED’s “Made in America†angle and their long history is what sold me. But no shame in riding Chinese carbon, I’ve had great experiences with my $300 Sunrise sets off Amazon and LB would be a big upgrade over those.
Be afraid of Chinese carbon. Be very afraid.
Customer support and QC are never overrated.
Check out the Hunt Aerodynamicist line. They are less expensive than Enve or Zipp. I have the 32 with carbon spokes, and the 60 w/ Pillar spokes and they perform well, and feel lively.
I was recently in this conundrum too. I got a pair of used enve foundation 45 for $925. There’s deals out there to be had.
I think you should focus first on what you want from the wheels. The only criteria you mentioned was weight but even for IMLP, aero is more important than weight.
Think about what rim depth, inner width, and tubeless compatibility specs you want and narrow your choices that way. And any brand preferences. I even used YouTube to listen to hub sounds of various wheels and narrowed my choices using that metric. By the end of my search I was down to just two models that I knew were my best choice. And from there it was just pouncing on the deal I felt was good.