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Old 03-18-12 | 12:27 PM
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dikman
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Yet another wheel building thread

I know, this subject was discussed a lot, so sorry for repetition.
It's time to replace my wheels and I'm looking for good components list.
I'm commuting every day, all year round - so it should be a strong wheelset. I'm not that heavy - 85kg (190lbs) and want it to be relatively light - at least lighter then my current deepVs. Front wheel is disc brake, rear is fixed.
I don't want to spend a fortune, but I'm not on tight budget either. Basically looking for best bang for the buck.
So, here is my list:
1. Front Hub: SRAM X9 QR. This is the lightest hub for my purpose I've found so far. Probably this is a wrong forum to ask anyway
2. Rear Hub: Novatec or Origin8. I guess they are just re-branded formulas, but for some reason they are lighter than other reincarnations of the same design. The difference is negligible tho.
3. Rim. DA28, A23 or XR-270. DA28 is the heaviest, but cheapest and I can find them locally for the same price, which saves me a lot on shipping.
4. Spokes - whatever I can find locally. 32 front and rear, 3cross. double butted. black. Most likely DT Comp or Sapim Laser.

Please critique or add to that list.
Thanks!
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