Touring weight!
03-13-15 | 10:51 AM
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From: Pearland, Texas
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Sorry about this as I have not followed up. Had the 48spoke Velocity Chukker built with Phil wood tandem hubs and all I can say is WOW! These things are super heavy but at my weight a few lbs is nothing. The wheels are solid and I can feel the difference in the quality compared to the standard wheels that come with the DT. The folks at PW were amazing at dialing in my requirements and although the wheels were super expensive (more than the cost of my bike) I think they will be worth it in the end as I will not need to worry about failure while on the road.Thanks for the help!
Brad
03-13-15 | 12:06 PM
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needless to say, I wouldn't leave the bike locked up outside downtown Boston or something, after the expense and time spent getting them you'll want to keep a good eye on them. May they have a good long life.
03-13-15 | 12:47 PM
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IMO 40+ spoke wheels should use high flange hubs to allow more metal between the spoke holes.
03-13-15 | 12:57 PM
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I agree those wheels are super blinged out and I need to dirty them up.
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