Originally Posted by
matthew_deaner
I have some 36-hole CR-18s laced to formula hubs on my cyclocross bike. They're OK... but heavy. It's hard to get tires on them. But, they are a great value. Get them if you want a decently priced rim that is fairly tough and you intend to run wide tires (28c or higher). Don't get them if you're concerned with weight or want to run narrow tires.
I agree with this. I have some 36 hole CR18s laced to Surly hubs, and they are very strong and reliable. But getting tires on and off is a huge pain. While they are strong rims, the quality control is a little variable. I have never been able to get my pair of CR18 wheels perfectly round and true...there remains a slight hop and wobble in the rear. I've always gotten more perfect wheels with Mavic rims.