Originally Posted by
Scrodzilla
I have dp18s on my Kilo and love them. I was also torn between Weinmann and Velocity at first but even though I ride on a daily basis, I don't really need anything more than what I've got.
Origin 8 'Tessa' rims are rebranded Weinmanns and their track hubs are rebranded Formulas.
And yeah...we all buy things for aesthetic reasons (bike-related and otherwise).
The Tessa wheelsets are from EighthInch and indeed they are rebranded Weinmanns with Formula hubs.
from
http://www.cyclingcloseouts.com/Prod...ssa_Black.aspx
The EighthInch Tessa wheels are one of the best wheel deals out there.
A Weinmann DP18 wheelset imported direct for our EighthInch brand. The 30mm double walled rim is a durable and reliable wheel for any rider whether they are flying through the city or cruising around the neighborhood. Stainless spokes and sealed bearing Formula hubs keep the ride smooth and the wheels true.
- 700c
- Available in Machined (for use with brakes) or Non-Machined (no brake use)
- 32 Black Spokes
- Black Sealed Bearing Formula hubs
- Hubs are Fix/Fix for Non-Machined Rims and Fixed/Free for Machined Rims
- You can space this to 126mm, or 130mm
- 1180 grams Front, 1240 Rear
I have a pair of Tessa wheels on my bike and they've worked just dandy... plus they look good.