MavicKsyrium SL Alloy Rim Brake Wheelset(Return to Product Page)

I've had a couple of Mavic Ksyrium wheel sets in the past but it's been a few years. They're lightweight and sturdy and, as an alloy wheel, the braking is good with rim brakes. It may be that I'm more aware now, but it seems that the quality has slipped. I'm specifically referring to the weld where the rim is joined. It's not very refined. The edge of the rim is not even in that area, it flares up a bit, and the weld is hidden with tape in the channel and a sticker on the spoke side. I purchased them at a good price so I suppose I can't be too picky, but I was a little disappointed to see that. Even so, they should work fine and I expect them to be durable. I bought them for a specific purpose and I'll be using them.

This is a pair of rugged, but lightweight wheels at an affordable price. Those of us still using rim brakes need options like this.

i replaced a set of aksiums on my cross bike with these.

i notice (maybe just in my head) better acceleration, and definitely quicker handling.