Originally Posted by
TexN
I've purchased my Roam 2 and will be picking it up Monday. Shortly thereafter I'll be beefing up the back rim due to my weight. Guy at the bike shop recommended I do this because I'm over 250 lbs by about 27 lbs. The upgrade is 200+ $. 40 spokes.
Y'all see any red flags with that?
What is beefing up a rim?
For that money you could have someone built a very good heavy duty wheel.
Sounds like a ripoff unless they really build a good wheel.