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Old 01-03-05 | 08:04 PM
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53-11 alltheway
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Originally Posted by baxtefer
wow, an 1050 gram wheelset.

I wonder if a combination of those wheels, 53-11's Massive Thighs, and one of his trademark 60mph descents would lead to his departure from this board?
Good point.

Anyway it shouldn't be that tough to make a strong wheelset that isn't tooooooo light. If I can save a pound (454 grams) off my current wheelset I would be happy enough. It shouldn't be that expensive to do since the tubular rims are lighter by their very nature (construction requires less metal)

I feel much safer doing fast stuff with tubulars underneath me. With clinchers I might end up like this during 50-60 mph descents----->

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