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Old 10-18-18 | 11:15 AM
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From: Mid Willamette Valley, Orygun

Bikes: 87 RockHopper,2008 Specialized Globe. Both upgraded to 9 speeds. 2019 Giant Explore E+3

At 300 lbs, I'd definitely be using an offset rear rim for an 11 speed.
The additional width of the hub of 11 speed increases the dish, thus weakens the wheel. NDS spokes have marginal tension vs the DS ones.

As per spoke count- Do you ride or just look at them?
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