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Old 12-02-07, 07:14 PM
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How do you measure rim depth?

Do you start from the top of the rim (brake surface) where it meets the tire or the bottom where teh air foil portion begins? Thanks
 
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i believe the braking surface is not included in rim depth....
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Braking surface usually is included.
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Yes, my Stingers include braking depth.
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^ I'd take that to mean that braking surface is included.
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