Originally Posted by
noglider
I recently replaced steel rims on a three speed with those Sun rims. I was able to reuse the spokes. It made a lovely difference in both pedaling and braking.
I've used the CR-18's to replace the steel rims on an old Fuji. The ERD was also close enough to reuse the old spokes. They are strong rims with a good braking surface, and about as close as you can get to the look of the old steel rims these days.