Buy wheels or Build wheels?

[Kathi]

http://www.serotta.com/forum/showthread.php?t=16731

Here's the discussion that I had on the Serotta Forum about handbuilt wheels for my new Serotta. It was because of the feedback from this thread that I decided to have Jeremy build my wheels.

A little background, my LBS built me 2 sets of Mavic Open Pros with 36 spokes. Waayyy overbuilt for a 105lb rider. Because of my experience with my local LBS and doing a little research I wanted a wheelbuilder that was sensitive to my needs, which Jeremy was.

The cost of the wheels came out lower than the pre-built Elans that my LBS recommended to me.

The lacing on the wheels is standard so if I need them trued anyone can do it. Jeremy also installed the Veloplugs as mentioned on the other thread. He is the distributor for tune hubs so I can go back to him if I have a problem with the hub.

On the thread there is another wheelbuilder who has a very good reputation with the Serotta forum members. I believe he is in the east.

I absolutely love these wheels.

Also, I recommend you post your questions on the Serotta forum. It is a very knowledgeable group.