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She's 50+ and really fit with a lovely set of lovely pins. The wheels on her bike are basic and heavy so a replacement is needed/wanted. Where from and what? Irish roads near Skerries so the wheels need to be strong, well-built and cheap. Mavic on 105 any good? Thanks a lot!
I've been riding a set of Open Pros on 105 for a few years now - no problems. Crappy Scottish roads, and I weigh somewhere just under 13 stone.
Assuming the lady in question isn't on the overly large side she would certainly get on fine with a set of Shimano factory wheels - choose your price range.
hope are making the open pro on a pro2 hub. nice combo and a good price. http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=38867
Seems Ambrosio Excellight SSCs are the current box section fave amongst the roadie community.
The most frequently recommended wheelbuilders are http://www.wheelsmith.co.uk/ and http://www.hewittbikefitting.co.uk/
I noticed Merlin are doing Shimano RS20s for about £120 a pair with their Christmas discounts - been tempted to pick up a set to upgrade my cheapo road bike.
I would also vote for 105s and Open Pros - its a classic combo for reliability esp in 36 hole three cross guise.
Riding 28c or wider tyres will sort the comfort.
these seem cracking value:-
Why not ask at your lbs and see what they build for local riders and start from there?
planet x model b's get good reviews on the road forums £125
aP - 'cos I work there and don't really know:-)
Aksium Race's, cartridge bearings and aero blades and around 1600g for the pair.
I am still a fan of traditional wheels so would go for the 105 / Open Pro option.