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Originally Posted by 79pmooney
I own the wheels, except, they are velodrome wheels. Built by a Portland master for his daughter to take to the Nationals. Gold Suzue Pro Max hubs (double sided rear) laced to GL330 rims and tied and soldered with the neatest ties you ever saw. As true as you will ever see. Not race wheels; 330s are way too heavy, but A1 gorgeous wheels for warming up in style.
I'd love to see some photos! The 3Rensho has Suntour Superbe-branded gold hubs. I think the rims were gold once, too, but the ano on them wore off. Fun fact, that 3Rensho was featured in a 1980s coffeetable book about racing bicycles. I'm including a copy of the book with the sale of the bike.

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