Originally Posted by
dabac
That was what I was thinking, but suddenly comparing various configurations became so straightforward that I began to wonder if I was missing something.
It would for instance hint that many (MTB) front wheels might be seriously overbuilt. If you get away with a 32H 1.8 mm DS/1.5 mm NDS for instance, then something like a 24H 2.0 mm or 28H 1.8 mm stands a fair chance of holding up at the front - assuming that front wheels really do lead an easier life than the rear wheels.
Yes, but which wheel would you prefer to be overbuilt? If a rear wheel fails suddenly, you may not bite the pavement. A front wheel... a new boat for Dr. Goldcap...