I can get a good deal on a set of zipp 1080s. I have never used deep dish wheels before, is throwing a 1080 on the front suicide?
Does anyone routinely use a 1080 on the front? Thanks
How much do you weigh?
How hard is the wind blowing?
unless you are over 200lbs I’d try an 808 first and see how you like it.
The 1080 is really heavy compared to the 808 too.
unless you are over 200lbs I’d try an 808 first and see how you like it.
The 1080 is really heavy compared to the 808 too.
I agree…
1080 rear. 808 front.
6.1" and 180lbs
Can’t control the winds, but I live in Austin TX and would guess it is pretty windy here.
6.1" and 180lbs
Can’t control the winds, but I live in Austin TX and would guess it is pretty windy here.
I bet the guys at Austin Tricyclist would let you demo them on a windy day to help decide
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unless you are over 200lbs I’d try an 808 first and see how you like it.
The 1080 is really heavy compared to the 808 too.
Wait a second, I thought aero always trumps weight…
No, just usually.
But the 1080 is an unusually large weight gain relative to the 808, haha
I’m sure its faster anyway but even pros like Fabian hesitate to run the 1080 up front unless its calm out
Wait a second, I thought aero always trumps weight…
No, just usually.
But the 1080 is an unusually large weight gain relative to the 808, haha
I’m sure its faster anyway but even pros like Fabian hesitate to run the 1080 up front unless its calm out
Wait a second, I thought aero always trumps weight…
No, just usually.
But the 1080 is an unusually large weight gain relative to the 808, haha
I’m sure its faster anyway but even pros like Fabian hesitate to run the 1080 up front unless its calm out
Wait a second, I thought aero always trumps weight…
“is throwing a 1080 on the front suicide”
It’s the perfect he-man compliment to a 55 x 11/21 
Seriously, don’t even think about it, especially since you’ve never used deep rims before. The best “everyman” combo for 95% of us is a rear disc with a 60mm front.
No, just usually.
But the 1080 is an unusually large weight gain relative to the 808, haha
I’m sure its faster anyway but even pros like Fabian hesitate to run the 1080 up front unless its calm out
Wait a second, I thought aero always trumps weight…
In the last TT I did in Texas – IC3/Horse Country TT series earlier this month, my 808 in the front was way too much (wind gusts of 30+mph & Hilly). I ended up using 303 in the front and still could barley control my bike. (I’m 150 5’8") so for me, 1080 in the front is totally out of the question.
But, if you alreay have backup wheel (say 404) then maybe 1080 would be good for you.
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I can’t think of an example where I would not use the 808 front, rear disk. Can’t comment on the 1080s, but in general deep wheels are nothing to fear if your bike fits right and you have good handling skills.
I’ve used my Zipp rear disk and 808 front in extremely windy (40+ MPH gusts at 2007 Wildflower Long Course Triathlon) conditions without significant problems. I did move around a bit in the gusts, but expect that would happen with any wheels. I’m 6’4", 205, and ride a Cervelo P3 aluminum that fits properly.
But, if you alreay have backup wheel (say 404) then maybe 1080 would be good for you.
Agreed
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I can get a good deal on a set of zipp 1080s. I have never used deep dish wheels before, is throwing a 1080 on the front suicide?
Does anyone routinely use a 1080 on the front? Thanks
I run a 1080 on the front, with no basebar and weight less than 200lbs and have not died in the past year as some below believe will occur on running such a wheel.
But then again, I am a roadie not a triathlete 
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I say do it! I’m a 143lb cyclist and I do TTs a few times a year. I run a disc rear and 808 front and often deal with heavy wind. I far prefer my 808 in the front than my 303 on windy days. Its counter intuitive but honestly the 808 holds its line much better in wind than the 303. I generally run 40k tts in +/-57.5 mins. @ 180lbs the 1080 would be perfect + deals on 1080s are rare, deals on 303s are common. good luck.
i am 150 and run a 100mm front wheel with no issues, the ONLY ride i have ever used it for and wished i had not way toyota last summer, and we really should not have been outside at all that day (in ohio we lost most of the states power for around a week, 50-80mph winds all day).
Man up and use a disc in front and back.
Personally do whatever is comfortable for you.
I am 5’9 138lbs and use a 1080 set or 1080 front, disc rear for every TT and Tri that I have done.
For me it took a small amount of time to get used to deep aero wheels and I haven’t had any problems in regards to handling or otherwise.
Hope this helps, I say DO IT.