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Old 04-15-12, 03:56 AM
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NukeouT
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Is this rim toast? ('84 Matrix Strada)

Original Matrix Strada/Maillard Helicomatic wheel that came with my 84 Trek 460. Started finally loosing spokes the other day. I removed the hub and spokes to try and salvage the rim.

Looks like it's cracked at the seam both ways. It seems like building a new wheel with it might be unwise at this point. Just seeking confirmation so I can contently scrap it (being the bicycle parts hoarder that I am) if that's the case.






Makes me wonder if this rim would have just popped one day if I repaired the spokes and kept riding the rim without spotting this...
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