Hello,
I am looking to boost the performance of my CX by replacing the stock wheels with lighter ones. In my research I have found sport bike wheels that are incredibly light (as low as 5lbs) - and ridiculously expensive (as much as $1800). I am wondering:
Is a lightweight wheel swap feasible/ worth it?
What wheels would you recommend?
Is there a "middle ground" wheel that say is 10lbs lighter than stock but only cost $200)
Can I swap just one and receive noticeable performance benefits?
Should it be the front or the rear? Are there advantages to both/ which is better for handling?
Are there other avenues I should explore for performance boosting?
Thank you
I am looking to boost the performance of my CX by replacing the stock wheels with lighter ones. In my research I have found sport bike wheels that are incredibly light (as low as 5lbs) - and ridiculously expensive (as much as $1800). I am wondering:
Is a lightweight wheel swap feasible/ worth it?
What wheels would you recommend?
Is there a "middle ground" wheel that say is 10lbs lighter than stock but only cost $200)
Can I swap just one and receive noticeable performance benefits?
Should it be the front or the rear? Are there advantages to both/ which is better for handling?
Are there other avenues I should explore for performance boosting?
Thank you