Thread: Worksman Port-O-Trike PTCB: No rim brakes, steel or alloy wheels?
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Old 02-14-12 | 01:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Huge Zits
Hello,

I will be purchasing a Worksman Port-O-Trike PTCB for my mom soon and was wondering if the $45 alloy rim upgrade is worth it in this application. This particular model has a coaster brake and a front drum brake, so from what I understand there won't be any friction directly on the rims.

Steel or alloy rims?
Alloy is lighter and won't rust; however, as you point out the upgrade won't be significant for braking.
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