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I was a little nervous as well BUT, gottem anyway!Originally Posted by equipe
Those were originally the wheels I wanted, they are just a little bit out of my price range, and worse if I can't get around paying duty. Also, the low spoke count spooks me.
I really like them and hope they hold up under my fat ass!
So far, so good....
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Cracks can happen with any rim, and some are more prone to it than others. I haven't seen a problem with DT double eyelet rims until your picture. At least you got 13k miles out of them. The single eyelet rims are much more prone to cracks. I have seen many Shimano factory wheels with eyelet cracks on the rear drive-side. It looks like that is a nice wheel with a 240S hub. You can have the rim replaced with the same or alternate rim. If using the same rim you can reuse the spokes. You can also replace it with a TK540 rim without replacing the spokes which is a much stronger rim and looks almost the same except that it is wider.Originally Posted by sojourn
The rear rim started cracking around the eyelets (inside of rim). They look like eyebrow cracks. Most are on the drive side, but they are on nearly all of the eyelets. My weight fluctuates from 215-224. These were built by Joe Young, RR1.1 double eyelet rims and were recommended by him for my weight and size. I'm not blaming Joe, I did a little research (after the fact) and it seems that this cracking is not an isolated issue with these rims. The front is nearly as pristine as the day I got them.....
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Thanks for the input, I did ask Psimet to quote a replace/re-lace for the rear rim a while back and have considered just ordering one and giving it a go myself.....tossing them is the last thing I want to do.Originally Posted by valleycyclist
Cracks can happen with any rim, and some are more prone to it than others. I haven't seen a problem with DT double eyelet rims until your picture. At least you got 13k miles out of them. The single eyelet rims are much more prone to cracks. I have seen many Shimano factory wheels with eyelet cracks on the rear drive-side. It looks like that is a nice wheel with a 240S hub. You can have the rim replaced with the same or alternate rim. If using the same rim you can reuse the spokes. You can also replace it with a TK540 rim without replacing the spokes which is a much stronger rim and looks almost the same except that it is wider.
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I have Ksyrium Elites. WHile they are an upgrade compared to an Aksium, I'm not sure it's a huge upgrade. If money isn't a problem why not go with the top Ksyriums. But, if money wasn't an object, I'd go with custom built wheels. Unfortunately for me, money is a rate limiting factor.
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My HED Ardennes FR are fantastic! I'm 205 lbs and got the "Stallion build." They've proved very durable through 2000mi -- remaining perfectly true on rough roads -- and I even used them with 25C tires for some medium-loaded touring. I was pleased with my original Aksiums through 6400 mi, but the upgrade to the HEDs was immediately noticeable: much faster, better cornering, and hubs that spin forever.
Dave
Dave
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I love my wheels. Dura Ace C24 CL. Purchased here: https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/M...?ModelID=25007
Or, if you're okay with heavier weight at the hubs (since the rims are the same), you can save approx. $300, and get these: https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/M...?ModelID=38244
I saw that you were looking Easton wheels. These seem like a pretty good deal. EA90 Aero for $449 https://trekbicyclesuperstore.com/pro...et-55195-1.htm
Or EA90 SL https://trekbicyclesuperstore.com/pro...et-55187-1.htm
And finally, of course there is the custom build option. Not sure I helped you narrow anything down, but hopefully some additional suggestions for you.
Or, if you're okay with heavier weight at the hubs (since the rims are the same), you can save approx. $300, and get these: https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/M...?ModelID=38244
I saw that you were looking Easton wheels. These seem like a pretty good deal. EA90 Aero for $449 https://trekbicyclesuperstore.com/pro...et-55195-1.htm
Or EA90 SL https://trekbicyclesuperstore.com/pro...et-55187-1.htm
And finally, of course there is the custom build option. Not sure I helped you narrow anything down, but hopefully some additional suggestions for you.