Mavic A719 on Goldtec hubs - any good?

I'm in the market for a new wheelset, I've been riding a cheap set (weinmann Dp18 rims on Quando hubs) for the last year, and they are doing the job, but I want something a bit quicker, and honestly a bit nicer looking.

I've been offered a set of wheels at a good price, goldtec hubs (i hear very good things) but they're laced to Mavic A719s. I've heard that these are very heavy and wide, and that they will probably undo the good done by have quicker hubs...

anyone got experience of using these classic touring rims on a fixed gear built for riding fast in the city?

thanks.

I doubt they will be heavier than your DP18. Sounds like a decent commuting wheelset to me, especially if you run bigger tyres (which you should consider if clearances allow). #scobled

I'd get something like open pro or archetype. Plenty of strong enough for city riding.

if price right, go for it. they should feel good with 25c on.

They are lighter than DP18 rims (687g vs 565g).

I recently switched from DP18/Quando to A119/???. I haven't noticed a speed difference, but then i'm sl-o-o-o-*ooo*ooo**w anyway.

I've got the same set up. They're lovely, bomb proof and slick and not very heavy.

So dependent on the price I'd say definitely. And anyway, how fast is fast city riding - you won't feel any impediment

thanks for the advice guys, the wheels are 85.00, used but true. I think this is fair and will probably not get a deal elsewhere like it, so will probably go for it.

cheers!

Go for it! Been commuting on the same set of Goldtecs/A319's for the last 3 years and they're great.