Ok, you want to be part of the crowd of cyclists who can and want to spend $1500+ on a single wheelset. Why not look at the Reynolds DV46C wheelset. In all of my researching wheels, I could not find a stronger carbon hoop than the Reynolds Dv46C. Forget about the spokes, the rims on these wheels are nearly always true. With a weight that will make weight weenies proud (1500g), you can show up to any race and compete at the highest level possible. Forget about those people using Zipp 404s or Mavic Cosmic Carbones, you can be the rider in the pack that does not follow the crowd. The wheels are semi-aero with a rim depth of 46mm that includes the braking surface. The spoke nipples use an interesting hexagon mechanism that is located within the rim. When these wheels need to be trued, expect to take off the tire tread, tube, and rim tape. Also, you have to have a special spoke tool to tighten or loosen the spokes. The tool will be included in the material located in the wheelset box. Reynolds Composites located in West Jordan, Utah are great to work with, especially if you have any problems with your wheels. I would suggest that the shop from which you purchase the wheels needs to be ready to help you with the wheels due to all of the unique spoke tools, spoke sizes, and special brake pads. Don't take my advice to mean that the wheels have a tendancy to need servicing. In my 6+ months of usage on the wheels, I never had to true any spokes or adjust the hubs. I merely state for safety sake of your $1500+ investment that the bicycle shop be able to help you when you need it.
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Weight: ~1500g in 700c, 16f/20r or 20f/24r, Shimano, Campy
Reynolds Composites

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