Originally Posted by timcupery
Kind of a waste to go with Open Pro rims - these have a welded rim seam and machined sidewalls, features that are noly meaningful because of the use of rim brakses. If you're using disc brakes, you should be able to go with lighter or cheaper rims.
I would also recommend DT or Wheelsmith 14/15/14 (2.0/1.8/2.0mm) double-butted spokes. Double-butted spokes actually make for a stronger wheel, since the spokes are strong at both ends (where breakages occur) and can flex more in the middle of the spoke, meaning that
a) the spokes won't go out of tension as easily
b) load-bearing is better spread out among adjacent spokes
Tim, I work at a bike shop so the discount I get on Open Pro's makes them almost cheaper than lower end Mavic rims. I know I don't need the machined sidewalls, but for the price, it's a better deal to get them.