An open pro laced to an ultegra using doublebutted
spokes laced 2X or 3X is a pretty decent wheel. I run
those on my distance bike (laced 3X with straight
gauge spokes). The rims take a lot of abuse.

The crane creeks are pretty good wheels too, but I
find that they can get hammered after a lot of
training rides (they are now my junk wheels).

The Mavics are nice, but you'll find that the bearing
life is limited. Or so I've been told.

-monkey mike

--- Jeff Evans <jeff@...> wrote:
>
> I finally wore out my rear wheel and need to find a
> replacement. I want
> something fast enough to do a few tris and durable
> enough for everyday
> training.
>
> Budget is $3-500 for a wheelset. Am considering
> Cane Creek Volos, Shimano
> Ultegra/Mavic Open Pro, Mavic Ksyrium Elite, Ritchey
> WCS. Any suggestions?
>
> Thanks!
> Jeff
> jeff@...
>
>