Being a year round commuter, I've learned that my "best" wheels stay off the rain/snow/commuter bikes. (Yes, I have one for each.) To me the wear on any part of a bike is just to be expected.
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A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking. - S. Wright
Favorite rides in the stable: Indy Fab CJ Ti - Colnago MXL - S-Works Roubaix - Habanero Team Issue - Jamis Eclipse carbon/831