Originally Posted by
oneeyedhobbit
I don't actually have my old wheel set, just the rear wheel. The front wheel was destroyed in an accident. I'd have to purchase a new front wheel. This is an option, but saving money is pretty important to me.
Its Minneapolis, so they salt the roads and it gets pretty bad. I'll play it by feel/available funds. Thanks!
Consider putting out a want ad for a front wheel. They're usually cheap and easy to come by on craigslist. You shouldn't have any trouble getting one for around $20. I'd feel bad using an Open Pro wheelset in the winter. I always put junk on my winter bike.
Even better if you can find a bike shop that lets you dig through the trash pile. I get used tires and wheels all the time, sometimes just using them for parts (axle, freewheel, etc.) Just be careful because the stuff in the trash is there for a reason, and may have a fatal flaw.