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[Closed] Cyclo-cross wheel advice

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I'm hoping to build a new pair of wheels for next season and I have a pair of DT Swiss RR465 Double rims that I was hoping to use.

[url= http://www.dtswiss.com/Products/Components/Rims/RR-rims/RR-1-1-double-black.aspx ]http://www.dtswiss.com/Products/Components/Rims/RR-rims/RR-1-1-double-black.aspx[/url]

Would these be suitable or are they a bit narrow for cross tyres ?


 
Posted : 22/06/2012 8:21 am
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I don't think narrow rims are a problem, many use open pros.


 
Posted : 22/06/2012 8:35 am
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Slighter wider are better, TBH, as they give a better tyre profile. But, frankly, it makes so little difference when your bike is caked in mud and you're off and carrying....


 
Posted : 22/06/2012 9:36 am