I just bought an Aeroad and am currently waiting for it. I am fairly new to the whole scene and gathered some information here and there. The Aeroad I bought comes with these wheels: Shimano WH-RS710 C46 TL and Shimano 105 RS 710 C46 TL.
Does it make sense to invest in some DT Swiss wheels like, e.g., those? Or will I not feel a difference anyways as a pure beginner?
by philip0908
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You’ll have so much fun on the c46, you wouldn’t be missing out much on any upgrade tp DT Swiss. Save your money to spend on tight lycra.
If you haven’t done yet, try swapping the tyres first. Going from the stock tyres to something like Conti gp5000s makes huge difference and you will be able to feel it even as a beginner. I.e started using one faster gear straight away.
Same applies to wheels, too. Stock wheels are very entry level and the higher tier models are significantly different.
Although I think swapping wheels is, relatively to other single changes, the one you‘d feel the most, its also a very expensive one and thus a committing. You‘ll have them for a WHILE. Its also a change that is best informed by thinking about what type of ride you like etc. Things that might change in the first few months or even years. So i suggest doing other things like tires first, and then swapping them after a year or two.
Also, I‘m not sure the Aerod is best suited for starting with cycling. Quite aggressive position. If you feel like it doesn‘t sit right after a ride or two, please consider changing it to endurace model. I think you could for free at Canyon. But maybe im way off and you have your reasons.
I dont think it makes sense. Spend money on a bike fit and then ride the bike at least this summer before considering changing parts. I would rather invest in other “nice to haves” such as cycling computer, rear radar and all the maintenance items