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Offline pickle

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Pro class wheels
« on: November 10, 2014, 08:49 AM »
How much should i expect to pay for a decent set?   ???

(*NB* this is not a 'How much are my things worth' thread, more a how much do i need to allocate to buying a set)   ;D

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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #1 on: November 10, 2014, 09:20 AM »
This will all depend on if you're going to buy a set already built Rob, or if you buy all the components separately?

I got a set of Pro Class hoops off here for £30, hubs for £30 and I was kindly donated all the spokes needed. My cost shot up though when I got my local bike shop to build them (£36). The only other cost is rim tape (leccy tape).

Obviously, the cost will rise if you use a higher spec hub, sealed Suntour for example, I've used LF/LB Suzue's.


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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #2 on: November 10, 2014, 09:43 AM »
This will all depend on if you're going to buy a set already built Rob, or if you buy all the components separately?

I got a set of Pro Class hoops off here for £30, hubs for £30 and I was kindly donated all the spokes needed. My cost shot up though when I got my local bike shop to build them (£36). The only other cost is rim tape (leccy tape).

Obviously, the cost will rise if you use a higher spec hub, sealed Suntour for example, I've used LF/LB Suzue's.
£30's not bad at all for Pro Class rims Dan.  :coolsmiley:
Should have a go at building em yourself then just get trued at your lbs... save yourself a few bob.  :daumenhoch:
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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #3 on: November 10, 2014, 09:44 AM »
I'll have your then Dan  ;D

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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #4 on: November 10, 2014, 09:53 AM »
This will all depend on if you're going to buy a set already built Rob, or if you buy all the components separately?

I got a set of Pro Class hoops off here for £30, hubs for £30 and I was kindly donated all the spokes needed. My cost shot up though when I got my local bike shop to build them (£36). The only other cost is rim tape (leccy tape).

Obviously, the cost will rise if you use a higher spec hub, sealed Suntour for example, I've used LF/LB Suzue's.
£30's not bad at all for Pro Class rims Dan.  :coolsmiley:
Should have a go at building em yourself then just get trued at your lbs... save yourself a few bob.  :daumenhoch:

My temperament won't deal with that Nick.  "help"


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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #5 on: November 10, 2014, 09:59 AM »
can't believe i've not had a single PM asking me to buy their wheels yet.......disappointed  ;D

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« Reply #6 on: November 10, 2014, 10:01 AM »
can't believe i've not had a single PM asking me to buy their wheels yet.......disappointed  ;D

Put a wanted thread up like normal people do ya twonk.  ::)


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« Reply #7 on: November 10, 2014, 10:03 AM »
This will all depend on if you're going to buy a set already built Rob, or if you buy all the components separately?

I got a set of Pro Class hoops off here for £30, hubs for £30 and I was kindly donated all the spokes needed. My cost shot up though when I got my local bike shop to build them (£36). The only other cost is rim tape (leccy tape).

Obviously, the cost will rise if you use a higher spec hub, sealed Suntour for example, I've used LF/LB Suzue's.
£30's not bad at all for Pro Class rims Dan.  :coolsmiley:
Should have a go at building em yourself then just get trued at your lbs... save yourself a few bob.  :daumenhoch:

My temperament won't deal with that Nick.  "help"
It's quite therapeutic actually... with a sense of achievement once complete.  :daumenhoch:
Should be a doddle for a man of your calibre.   ;)
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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #8 on: November 10, 2014, 10:04 AM »
can't believe i've not had a single PM asking me to buy their wheels yet.......disappointed  ;D
Think the £30 price tag has scared em off Rob.  :LolLolLolLol:
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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #9 on: November 10, 2014, 10:17 AM »
This will all depend on if you're going to buy a set already built Rob, or if you buy all the components separately?

I got a set of Pro Class hoops off here for £30, hubs for £30 and I was kindly donated all the spokes needed. My cost shot up though when I got my local bike shop to build them (£36). The only other cost is rim tape (leccy tape).

Obviously, the cost will rise if you use a higher spec hub, sealed Suntour for example, I've used LF/LB Suzue's.
£30's not bad at all for Pro Class rims Dan.  :coolsmiley:
Should have a go at building em yourself then just get trued at your lbs... save yourself a few bob.  :daumenhoch:

My temperament won't deal with that Nick.  "help"
It's quite therapeutic actually... with a sense of achievement once complete.  :daumenhoch:
Should be a doddle for a man of your calibre.   ;)

I agree with Nick, building is a doddle really. just copy a wheel you have and make sure you follow the direction of the holes in the rim.

Once you 'get it' it's dead relaxing :LolLolLolLol:
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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #10 on: November 10, 2014, 10:28 AM »
can't believe i've not had a single PM asking me to buy their wheels yet.......disappointed  ;D
Think the £30 price tag has scared em off Rob.  :LolLolLolLol:

 :LolLolLolLol:  you could be right there mate  ;D

Dan i don't want to be spending any money at the mo which is why i haven't, but will do once the time comes  :daumenhoch:

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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #11 on: November 10, 2014, 10:55 AM »
I have just paid £150 for a mint set from a mate with low flange SR hubs .  I have paid between £20 and £40 for single rims .

I guess it all depends on condition , hub type etc

Dan ...... you got a bargain . £30 for two rims !!!  :shocked:

Rob , just be wary if you are offered some that they are the alloy ones and not the steel versions which command less money  ;)
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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #12 on: November 10, 2014, 10:59 AM »
Everything Joffytots just said Rob :daumenhoch:

£30 for two rims Dan - holy fook that was cheap :shocked: Were they actually round for that kind of cash ???
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« Reply #13 on: November 10, 2014, 11:09 AM »
Everything Joffytots just said Rob :daumenhoch:

£30 for two rims Dan - holy fook that was cheap :shocked: Were they actually round for that kind of cash ???

They were a bargain, it was only last year too. The guy even media blasted them for me, whatever that is. They were in good shape, and would have polished up a treat, but my mate powdered them for me for some bits I had spare in the man cave.

They're the black set on my Aero Pro.


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« Reply #14 on: November 10, 2014, 01:06 PM »
cheers guys, you're all stars as always  :daumenhoch:

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« Reply #15 on: November 10, 2014, 10:11 PM »
I paid £120 for mine Rob :daumenhoch:

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« Reply #16 on: November 11, 2014, 06:06 AM »
pair of cheap 7x copies and a 9mm drill, sorted.

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« Reply #17 on: November 11, 2014, 08:37 AM »
Good point John :daumenhoch:

Wasn't Justin having a clear out of some 7X style rims on his site thia weekend ???
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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #18 on: November 11, 2014, 08:44 AM »
It's an idea but NRPs aren't going onto this build Spen  :daumenhoch:

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« Reply #19 on: November 11, 2014, 09:40 AM »
Yeah, but I'm guessing half the recent crop of "ProClass" wheels appearing on the bay are DIY jobs...... :-\

Fook me, even PeterJ managed to do a set and not bugger them up :2funny:
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« Reply #20 on: November 11, 2014, 09:50 AM »
 ;D  my word  :shocked:

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« Reply #21 on: November 11, 2014, 03:18 PM »

Like already said check if your being sold steel or alloy.  :-\

Prices vary quite a lot. I've paid around £50 - £150 a set.  :-\


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« Reply #22 on: November 11, 2014, 06:00 PM »
bought these of tim march a few years ago, think i paid about £70 for the pair

now look like this.

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« Reply #23 on: November 11, 2014, 07:06 PM »
Very nice  :daumenhoch:

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Re: Pro class wheels
« Reply #24 on: November 11, 2014, 09:54 PM »
Love Pro Class Wheels... 8)

BITD, my mate Glen had a few Gooses...(He was loaded)...

I used to drool over them...

One day , i'll have a Nos set of Series 3... ;)

Any one selling a set ... I'll start the bidding at £30...
Wanted Green Oakley B2 Grips...Nos...

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