Alternatives to the Sun CR18 rim.
11-22-20, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by nlerner
Well, you didn't say what size rim, but there's this:
https://www.velomine.com/index.php?m...2mkap5tes2d245
https://www.velomine.com/index.php?m...2mkap5tes2d245
11-22-20, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Barrettscv
I'd like to update to a new 700c rim on a 1978 Trek road bike. I want a rim that keeps the old-school look of the bike, and need to avoid any rim with a modern aero appearance. It would be great if the rim is 21 to 23mm wide. The hole count needs to be 32 and the color or finish should be silver or satin.
The Sun CR18 rim fits the description. Any other modern rim I should consider?
https://www.sun-ringle.com/product-va...r18-700c-29er/
The Sun CR18 rim fits the description. Any other modern rim I should consider?
https://www.sun-ringle.com/product-va...r18-700c-29er/
11-23-20, 07:58 AM
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Originally Posted by rickrob
I have built several pairs of wheels with the CR-18. I have no complaints, and think it's a great rim for the price. I also think it will handle wider (up to a 38mm?) tires.
11-23-20, 08:57 AM
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I agree with the CR-18s, I built up a set way back and used it mostly on trails, and they were really great, stayed very true and no complaints by me and I literally abused these things and they took it
I would agree however, a couple of others are very good as well, as mentioned, the Velo-Orange and Velocity A23 are very good choices as well
Personally, I have had the Pacenti on a gravel bike, I did have a rear hub maintenance issue so I reached out for some simple support on information as I pretty well have to be self supporting/wrenching where I live and I have to say, the support just isn't there at Pacenti. There was no answer to email, no phone message follow up and that was after a few tries. The wheels, are great, don't get me wrong, but I like to know when I purchase a product someone will answer a few simple questions if needed
FWIW
I would agree however, a couple of others are very good as well, as mentioned, the Velo-Orange and Velocity A23 are very good choices as well
Personally, I have had the Pacenti on a gravel bike, I did have a rear hub maintenance issue so I reached out for some simple support on information as I pretty well have to be self supporting/wrenching where I live and I have to say, the support just isn't there at Pacenti. There was no answer to email, no phone message follow up and that was after a few tries. The wheels, are great, don't get me wrong, but I like to know when I purchase a product someone will answer a few simple questions if needed
FWIW
Last edited by mosinglespeeder; 11-23-20 at 08:59 AM. Reason: additional info
