Originally Posted by
FKMTB07
I pulled those same rims off an '89 Miyata Alumicross I got for free, 32h laced to Sansin sealed cartridge hubs. I have no idea what kind of abuse they took before I got them, but I raced (fixed gear) cross hard on them for about 6 races and now they're on my townie/beater. Decently strong rims. The (anodized, non-machined) sidewalls have really poor braking performance, really grabby/slippery/inconsistant.
I ride the same rims now laced to 105 hubs (32 hole). Heavy, but durable. They've taken plenty of rough hits and never complain.
and I agree on the braking...