Are aero wheels worth it?

Life’s a drag Using aero wheels has been found to reduce a cyclist’s CdA by 3-5%, so if you generate 350W of power, using aero wheels could see your speed on the flat rise from 44.6kmh to 45.4kmh, an increase of 1.63%. At 4%, aero wheels up to 940g heavier will still be the faster option.

How much do aero wheels cost?

A set of 18″ aero wheels comes standard and 19″ Sport wheels are offered for a $1,500 premium.

What is the fastest disc wheel?

Hunt releases ‘world’s fastest aero disc wheelset’ (and actually backs it up with data) Hunt’s new Limitless 48 Aero Disc Wheelset is claimed to be the world’s most aerodynamic disc wheelset below 50mm deep and — unlike many other similar wheels — these claims are backed up with a detailed and transparent white paper.

Are Zipp wheels worth the money?

The Zipp 404 is, without question, a classic aerodynamic wheelset and one of the top choices when you’re looking for aerodynamic gains. Even if it falls into the pricey category, its quality and features are worth it if you’re serious about a solid, trustworthy aerodynamic upgrade.

How much time do aero wheels save?

The time savings for good aero wheels are significant, according to Barry’s research on the SystemSix and its new Knot64 aero wheels. Even on an aero road bike, the addition of aero wheels saved 48 seconds over a 40K TT at 300 watts compared to a typical 30mm-depth alloy training wheel set.

What wheels do pro triathletes use?

Best triathlon and time trial wheels

• Zipp 454 NSW. A unique way to deal with crosswinds.
• Roval CLX 64.
• Enve SES 7.8.
• Hunt 48 Limitless Aero Disc.
• DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut 80.
• Vision Metron 3 Spoke Front & Disc Rear.
• HED Vanquish RC8 Pro & RCD Pro.
• Cadex 4 Spoke Aero & Cadex Aero Disc.

Is a tri spoke wheel faster?

At above 50km/h sustained speed, then a 2/3 spoke will be faster but if you are going slower than that or it is windy, you may have a job steering. In a wind tunnel, the 2/3 spoke wheel will be perceived to be faster but that does not take into account the local and global vectors of wind.

Which is the best type of aero wheel?

Aerodynamic carbon rim with supreme rolling efficiency. An aerodynamic wheelset with versatile capabilities. Rapid, sporty and bold aero wheelset. Light and ultrafast aero wheels that are easy to use. Exclusive aero wheel developed with patented technology. Unique, multipurpose and premium aero wheels.

Which is the best aero disc bike wheels?

I also recommend the Bontrager Aeolus XXX 6, available here, as the best set of dedicated aero bike wheels for disc brake bikes, and the ENVE 65, available here and here, as the best value aero disc wheelset. Aero bike wheels look fast, ride fast, and race fast.

What kind of bike wheels are best for racing?

Aero bike wheels look fast, ride fast, and race fast. At 55mm to 65mm deep, they are the racing bike wheels of choice for most flat and rolling road races including crits, and can also work as triathlon wheels if you want one set for multiple racing events.

Which is the best wind tunnel to test aero wheels?

Your tester has extensive experience of this type of wheel as both a product tester and racer. The R. J. Mitchell wind tunnel at the University of Southampton is one of the most respected in the world.