HELP! Wheel brands advice
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HELP! Wheel brands advice
Hello guys, sadly my bike rear wheel is done, I need a new wheel (so probably replace both and go tubeless) my bike is 2000 so I will use older axle size bearings.
Question is .. I see DNA wheels are more expensive (I am in Canada) ? when did that happen?
, I also see Utlima wheels more moderately priced, and I see no name brands on Ebay check this link
I am going to probably roll with 18x3.5 rear and 21x2.15 front but I would like to go tubeless and keep the classic look (Spoked)
I would love your feedback on good and hopefully not too expensive options (no RSD or PM sadly for me)
Question is .. I see DNA wheels are more expensive (I am in Canada) ? when did that happen?
, I also see Utlima wheels more moderately priced, and I see no name brands on Ebay check this link I am going to probably roll with 18x3.5 rear and 21x2.15 front but I would like to go tubeless and keep the classic look (Spoked)
I would love your feedback on good and hopefully not too expensive options (no RSD or PM sadly for me)
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I have DNA Fat 52s, 18x3.5 / 16x3.5. The DNA wheels are fine, tons of sets out there. I have no issues with them, solidly built. Now my pully on the other hand is a different story, the chrome pitted in less then a month, they honored it and sent me a new one. You're going to find the good and bad with everything out there. It's bound to happen.
Take a look at Ride Wright, they make some the finest wheels. I'm actually considering going to their Fat 30s. in 16s F/R
Take a look at Ride Wright, they make some the finest wheels. I'm actually considering going to their Fat 30s. in 16s F/R
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Only two brands I would consider are Ride Wright and Black Bike Wheels. Neither cheap by any means KLF but your getting quality wheels. The powder on my RW’s is 14 years old and still look new when I take the time to clean them.G.
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Thanks guys, I truly appreciate all the great advice! i am going to probably stay 21x2.15 front to avoid having new fenders and such, as for the rear, I will stay with 16, the 18 looks cool and such but it will add to the ride height and may increase chance of rubbing under fender (I ride with my shotgun down like 2.5" all the time. thanks again folks I hope I can squeeze a ride before season ends here in Canada!
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Thanks Mule, I live in Canada so options are a bit limited, me and the old girl will spend some quality time this winter I guess
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