I wore out my braking surface after 20,000 miles. Wheel still true, but blistered where the thin spot developed. Big heavy rider, 230+ with lots of climbing and descents.

Try building your own. Wheels go a long way with a little TLC!

Benefits down the line. I had a rim and a hub laying around so I rebuilt my last wheel for the price of the spokes ($15 after a discount on DT Swiss spokes from a friend at the shop).