SkullSocks

Bontrager Race VS Mavic Ksyriums?

What am I gaining from spending an extra $900 for the latter?? Seriously how much faster would I be going?
McG that really doesnt explain anything. Do the wheels help you accelerate faster or is there actually a top speed increase?

Lighter is always faster. Rotating mass is the hardest to keep moving as opposed to static mass i.e. the frame. However, if you're talking about the Mavic wheels with the carbon spokes, stay away. They're only for pros or people with unlimited funds. The spokes and hub are proprietary. You need to carry spokes and the special tool. I ride Race Lites' on a Trek Madone 5.2. The new ones (2008) are very good. I had a problem with my '07 rear wheel and they replaced it under warranty. It was completely redesigned, different hub, spokes, and spoke pattern, but they kept the rim and the name. I like it.

Bontrager TwentyFour12 2009

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Bontrager Race Stem 100mm 7 degree $7.50

BONTRAGER RACE INFORM SADDLE NEW 248 GRAMS $35.00

bontrager race lite alum. stem used 110mm 17 degree $29.00

bontrager race XXX alum. stem brand new 1 1/8" x 120mm x 31.8mm x 7 degree $29.00

NWT Bontrager Inform R Racing Saddle 128mm Black $40.00

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Bontrager Water Bottle Cage Holder 74 mm Race X Lite 25 g Black $52.99 Constructed completely from carbon fiber, this ultra-light cage is specifically designed to offer secure bottle hold and easy bottle removal. Brand: Bontrager Model: Race X Lite Size: 74 mm Color: Black Material: Carbon Included in Box: Water Bottle Cage x 1, Bolt x 2 Warranty: Weight: 25 grams (0.06 Lbs or 0.03 ounces) Specifications: ...