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05-15-14 | 10:07 AM

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merlinextraligh

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Originally Posted by DubT

I absolutely agree with Brian, go as deep as you can, i would go 60+ on the front and 80+ on the rear. The deeper rim will be stronger!

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Originally Posted by Bad1

The 45 a good choice for up front it will save you from getting blown around on windy days Especially on fast descends, I'm running enve 45/65 combo, rear wheel not affected by Highwinds plus more aero & stronger build.

We've got Zipp 808's (80mm deep). With the combined weight of a tandem team, and the longer wheelbase of a tandem, we haven't found the deep rims to be an issue even in fairly stiff winds.

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