Originally Posted by
Dilberto
I am conscious about weight simply because I want the total bike to be under 19 pounds....and is willing to pay(reasonably) for it. I already have lightweight, German Magura disc brakes, carbon bars, carbon seatpost, race saddle and 780g crankset.
With that many expensive carbon components already on the bike, I would think having a low cost limit for the wheels shouldn't be a major consideration. What size tires do you plan to use? If not over say 700-32 then road rims would work fine and be lighter than 29er rims.