Originally Posted by
Velognome
, in theory anyway, a beefier rim will hold up to more potholes and curbs than something light.
A FG rear wheel leads a tougher life on the road than a FW. No coasting and easing the load over rough surfaces much less the "Oh S_it!" moment when a whack is inevitable repeated over miles and years. Sturdy is good, within reason.
-Bandera