Current setup: Orbea Orca OMX/SRAM AXS Red
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I loved my $4k Princetons, except for the fact that having bought them only a couple of years ago, the 19mm internal width became dated pretty quickly. That capped me at 26mm tires. The only thing I really miss about the Princetons is they could be run tubeless tape-free since they weren't drilled.
What I love about the Vision RS 60s:
*Weight, weight, weight'or the lack of it! 1390g per set, for real.
*23mm internal width ' my Conti STR 30s measure out to 31.5mm. Since the wheels external measure 33mm wide, no issue. I might even try a 28mm on the front next time.
*Group rides at 22'24mph ' these just roll. Honestly, I keep finding myself creeping too close to the wheel in front without even trying. hate that shot of adrenaline when it's a near miss LOL. I seriously have to be cautious because they move faster than you realize.
*Climbing ' these don't feel like 60s when going uphill.
*Engagement' very fast.
*NOT Hookless' had no interest in it, and these satisfy that. I really believe true hookless will disappear in road cycling.
*Proven pedigree ' these wheels have been raced and proven at the highest level of pro cycling.
Do I wish they had some visible colored graphics? Yes. Do I think about that once I'm moving? Not at all.
Some reviews mention the hubs being loud. But are they any louder than DT Swiss? Not really. What I do notice is the sound of the aero spokes'but honestly, if I wanted quiet, I'd sit on the trainer, put in earbuds, and turn on ANC.
Bottom line: these are an incredible value. Maybe the best value in high-end wheels?
Why not 5 stars? Because maybe there are better wheels out there I haven't ridden yet, like the Scope Artech?
Oh, and I still wish they had some color???????
Upgraded from the Enve AG25's earlier this year. The AG25's were a decent wheelset. Nothing to rave about but, not terrible. I cannot believe and never would have foreseen how much of a drastic difference there is in the ride and handling of the G23 over the AG25. I had hoped for some improvement but, stunned by the drastic change. It's like a completely different bike. The G23's inspire confidence on high-speed descents. They roll faster, climb better and add stability to the overall handling.
Bought this to replace a 2-year-old Shimano GRX rear wheel that started breaking spokes. Found out that Shimano uses a proprietary spoke and nipple that my local shops had trouble finding. DT Swiss is the standard - every shop in the country should have spokes/nipples for it. It's a touch heavier than the GRX wheel, but it's been rock solid and smooth for my 195-pound booty. The ratchet freehub feels good, not super quiet - but not too bad. Overall, no complaints here, aside from it costing a little more than I wanted to spend right now...
I am very happy with this wheel. I got it to replace the OE Bontrager rear wheel, which cracked the rim at a spoke nipple
When it arrived, the box was pretty beat up, but the wheel was undamaged. Out of the box it weighed 908 g.
I had to use tire levers to get my GP5000 clincher on, but that's typical.
I swapped over the disc and cassette and put in on my Domane. The disc fit perfectly with no adjustment of the caliper needed. The derailleur needed a little adjustment to shift just right.
A little way into my first ride, I thought something was wrong. I couldn't hear the free hub at all when coasting. But everything was fine, its just the quietest free hub I've ever heard.
The rim is very true. All is good!
And I'm thinking the bladed spokes will make up for my non-aero, upright riding position. :)
