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Old 10-30-12 | 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by PhotoJoe
I agree with Beanz. If you get the wheel built well, it will hold up for years. 250 lbs is not unreasonable for a well built wheel.
Me too, my best healthiest weight is around 210, but I have been as high as 260 and tour on a 30+ lb Hunqapillar with 25 lbs of gear without wheel problems. I use hand built wheels. Try CR18 rims with a 32-40mm tire.

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