Originally Posted by
Balsawings
I've been thinking about building new wheels for the bike using Velocity's A23 wheels. I have no problem with the wheels that are on the bike but just want to build a set with better hubs. Haven't figured out which hubs to use yet. I want something better than the Shimano Deour LX hubs but at the same time something easy to work and easy to get parts for when on tour.
Butting in here -- first the A23 is a great choice. I'm starting to recommend them more and more for touring/rando type riding as they're proving to be incredibly durable for their weight. I believe part of that is due to the tubeless ready design, which in my understanding creates a much stronger sidewall and web (the inner wall of the rim). They build up beautifully too, if I may say so.
For hubs, you might want to look at options from White Industries or Phil Wood, they are both US made and easily serviced. Extremely high quality with long, long service intervals too. Shameless plug: if you get the hubs, we can build them to A23's for you in house here at Velocity.