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Old 09-20-14 | 06:21 PM
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I've seen multiple reports of spoke hole cracks in newer Open Pro rims. They aren't as bombproof as they used to be.

For riders under 200 pounds, a 24 spoke front and a 28 rear would be fine. And some wheels are still strong with fewer spokes.

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There are new wider rim designs that spread out the base of the tire. This allows more air volume, making a 23c tire act like a 25c, and a 25c like a 27c. It might help reduce pinch flats too. If I was buying new wheels, I'd look for wide rims.

Old rim widths were usually 19mm. New ones are 23mm and up to 25mm. Some new rims:



Hed Ardennes rims with GP4000 tires in different widths:

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