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Old 06-07-14 | 03:42 PM
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coregis
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Replacement Wheelset

I bought a used 2013 Jamis Coda Comp... to replace my 2007 that was stolen.

When it arrived from UPS in a bikebox, the back rim was completely bent- there is a huge flat spot and some bent spokes and it is basically useless- ridiculous bump if I ride it. I'm not sure if it can or should be repaired, but my guess is I may as well replace it.

Hopefully UPS will cover the damage or I'm in for a mess with PayPal and the seller- I don't think it was insured, but the guys at my UPS store said it will be covered for $100 automatically which hopefully is fair for a cheapish wheel and labor.

I've never bought a wheel before- this is an 8 speed cassette, the derailleur is Alivio. I basically use the bike for recreation- maybe a couple 10 milers in the evenings a couple nights a week and maybe 50ish miles on a heavy weekend, though I do have a rear rack have done some light touring/camping. I also pull a trailer and trail-a-bike often. I may also move to Seattle and would consider commuting- not an option at my current job. I weigh 165lbs. I obviously don't need anything fancy, but I like to get some bang for my buck and don't mind spending some extra cash for something that is a quality part. I also figure I'll go for a complete wheelset since I may as well go above the stock stuff which seems to be getting lower and lower quality as the years move on with the Coda line.

This is what was on there, I can figure most of it out
Alex ID-19 double-wall rims, 32H, Formula hubs

Any suggestions on what to get or what features to look for? Thanks.

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