Originally Posted by
Black wallnut
Yes, that is what I'm saying. $60 for a rim, $30 for spokes, $30 for hub, $40 to build it, rim tape and if changing from a freewheel to a cassette you are right close to $200 for a wheel that will out last the bike.
You don't like my example, OK let's go with yours. The bike in question frequently sold for less than $170, has over 3,000 miles, reportedly has very low durability and quality (even for a bike in that class), and is now worth little more than scrap. Do you consider it reasonable to spend $200 to replace its rear wheel?