Old 07-23-11 | 02:17 PM
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passeriformes
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Wheelset advice for cyclocross/touring build - light rider

Hey hey. I'm looking for advice on a wheelset for a cyclocross/touring build. I'm building up a 42 cm Soma Doublecross frame, which I'll use in CX races, as a snowy winter commuter, and touring.

Questions
- Is it advisable to get 2 sets, one for cyclocross/harsh winter commuting and one for touring? My impression is that it's better to get one quality set instead of two crappier sets. Please weigh in.
- Brand recommendations?
- Spoke count recommendations?

Factors that may affect your recommendations:

- Weight - I'd prefer lighter than heavier, though, for all the carrying in the sand. I lose a lot of speed and energy at that part of the course (I know. The answer is to train harder.)
- Good value - This is generally more important to me than price (but I also don't want something crazy expensive.) I'm looking for a good value for the price, though affordability is definitely a factor. I'm willing to splurge if it'll last and stay true, though.
- Durability - I may not need as tough a wheelset because I am about 115 pounds.
- Toe overlap? - I've found most folks don't really pay attention to this (and tend to say, oh it's cool don't worry about it), unless they have this problem as someone who rides small frame. In which case, yes! It's annoying! Hard for crowded cornering on those bottlenecks, especially uphill. There might not be anything I can do about this because of the frame size, but I'd love to hear opinions if there is something I can do at this stage of the build.

Thanks for any advice you might be able to give.
- Passeriformes
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