Originally Posted by Stert
i found a good deal on a pair of 32 hole rims ($30). i dont know a thing about wheels or building them. what do i need? just hubs, spokes, and tires?
how much would this cost me?
yeah, it's definitely not cost effective doing your first few wheels, due the time it takes, but it's kinda fun and kinda satisfying. The best part about gaining a modicum of knowledge is being able to true your wheels whenever you want, without having to trudge down to the bike shop and fork out your cash.
I'm just a backyarder who's done about 20 to 25 builds, and I just do mine a bit at a time, in front of the TV, over the space of a few days or a week, or whatever. The first couple require a fair bit of patience, but some wheels come together much quicker and easier than others.
It is sort of satisfying knowing I've built or rebuilt nearly all of the wheels I use.