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Old 08-12-12 | 03:15 PM
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From: Wichita, KS, USA

Bikes: 2015 Soma Double Cross

Getting ready to build a new wheelset. I ride fatter tires; 28mm rear, 25mm front. Here's the most recent pic of my bike:



Should I go with H+SON TB14s?
Benefits:
Wider rim profile (how much? no idea), possibly beneficial on cornering and road feel

What about Kinlin XR-270s?
Benefits:
Lighter weight (100g less compared to the H+SONs)
less expensive (per RG, $40 cheaper for the set)
Semi-aero profile (purely aesthetic for my purposes)

With my overall wheel choices, both are going to be strong, lightweight wheels. It really comes down to aesthetics on this one, and the potential ride characteristics of the wider rim. Think I'll see an improvement going with the heavier, more expensive TB14? Since I don't really have a budget for these wheels, price doesn't matter to me that much.
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