Description:DT Swiss Champion Series wheelsets feature System Optimized
Components including: SBWT welded DT Swiss rims, precision
built DT Swiss Hubs featuring the highest quality stainless
steel ball bearings, DT Swiss patented Star Ratchet System,
state of the art double forged bladed spokes and specially
designed Pro lock nipples.
Submitted by
john marcysiak
a Cross Country Rider
from denver co usa Date Reviewed: June 2, 2008
Favoriate Trail:
Deer Creek Canyon
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$600.00
Purchased At:
Adventure Cycling
Strengths:
Light and strong
Weaknesses:
Price. Decals look like they won't stay on long.
Similar Products Used:
Mavic.
Bike Setup:
YETI ASR. Fox F100, Progressive rear shock, Thompson stem and post, Cane Creek headset, Juicy 7 disc brakes, Kenda Navigal tires.
Bottom Line:
I took the new wheels to Moab. Since they are so light I rode cautiously at first. Then I forgot and just went at it as one does in Moab. I even crashed on the last day and bent the rear deraileur. Took the wheels into the shop when I got home to make sure they were not damaged and the were as true as before Moab. They are light and the DT Swiss hubs spin forever. I think I will continue to like them. Comparatively, $600 turns out to be a decent price. I guess you get what you pay for.
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System
a
from Colorado Springs Date Reviewed: January 4, 2008
Favoriate Trail:
Chutes/Buckhorn
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$500.00
Purchased At:
New on Ebay
Strengths:
Lightweight, quality hub
Weaknesses:
Spokes, decals
Similar Products Used:
Mavic 819
Bike Setup:
Specialized Epic Marathon
Bottom Line:
I have them set up with Stan's and run Specialized 2Bliss tires at 27-30 psi. No problems with this set-up at 160lbs. Although, I ride pretty much exclusive X-C. Went through a full race season and they're still true. I think the aerolite spokes are a little flexy especially with only a 28 count. Would like to see Revs or Comps instead. I think the 6-bolt adapter is pretty slick and works well. I'm planning on upgrading to the XR4.2d rim before this season.
$ 995.00
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