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Old 02-19-15 | 09:07 PM
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Bikes: 2012 Breezer Uptown Infinity, Fuji Varsity

Any "tough" wheel i could ever suggest starts with a 36 hole double wall eyeletted rim, with 36 sapim strong spokes in the middle, and a dyno or dyno + roller brake hub to finish it out. For rear i'd go with an 8 speed 36 hole IGH with integrated coaster brake OR a 9 speed cassette & whatever 36 hole freewheel works with your budget.

3x lacing front & rear rounds out the package.

As far as branding & such, the strong spokes are the only really product specific thing id suggest by name, as i have them on my bike & they rock.

- Andy
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