Bicycle Mechanics - guide on rims

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igno-mtb
03-06-05, 08:13 AM
hi im looking for a new rim to my bike... i saw the mavic f519 on nashbar at 19 so i think is a good price and it has been well reviewed on mtbr. if you have some info about it please tell me.
now i have doubts about some rim terms, specifically eyeltes, what are those? well specting some answer and more info as you want thanks

phantomcow2
03-06-05, 08:32 AM
eyelets are reinforcements where the nipple meets the rim. They are quite nice to have, makes for a stronger rim, helping the rims cope with the high tensions. Im not sure what kind of riding your doing but I think Sun and Velocity make awsome rims, if your fairly light (sub 175 LB) you can actually get Sun Sub IV on JensonUSA for 15 bucks a piece! These rims are light and sun makes high quality stuff.
phantomcow2
03-06-05, 08:35 AM
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sydney
03-06-05, 08:45 AM
hi im looking for a new rim to my bike... i saw the mavic f519 on nashbar at 19 so i think is a good price and it has been well reviewed on mtbr. if you have some info about it please tell me.
now i have doubts about some rim terms, specifically eyeltes, what are those? well specting some answer and more info as you want thanksWhat do you plan to do with a rim after you get it.Build a wheel?