I second that. I have a pair of A23 rims and I do it all on those bad boys. Velocity rims are economical, robust, and some models including the A23 happen to be pretty light. In cross, they pair well with a wider cross tire than other thinner rims. The A23's are 23mm wide unlike most road rims that are only 19mm. On the road they ride similar to the HED and Zipp rims. They widen a road tire contact patch for better grip.