Bicycle Mechanics - bent rim ok to ride?

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Dan0930

07-06-04, 07:49 PM

just took my ride out for the first time today and to avoid an accident jumped a curb. unfortunately the back rim took a digger into said curb. there is a small dent (1-2mm deep) on the outside of the rim. Is it still ok to ride or am i looking at a new rim?

Thanks

erik

poverty_rider69

07-06-04, 08:49 PM

its alright to ride as long as the tires not wobblin...jus watch it closer now that theirs a dent in the side and especially if u jump alot...