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Old 12-06-14, 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by RandomTroll
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Verdict: the Alex rim's flange is 1mm thicker, 40%, well worth the higher price and extra weight. I went to a few different vendors before I found these specs for the Alex; Niagara doesn't have them for the Sun. Odd that some vendors have some numbers and not others.

Verdict #2 : asking here was no help.
As to Verdict no. 1, good to know. I'm looking to build up some touring wheels.

As to Verdict no. 2, good job of living up to your screen name,
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