Anyone using the newer Crossmax wheels? Spotted a bargain set but wary of proprietary spokes etc and rims with 24 holes. Are they strong enough for xc/trail use and reliable?
Thanks in advance
If the newer ones are anything like mine, they don't use proprietary spokes and nipples anymore. Got them on a couple bikes, can't fault them really. Also have Ksyriums on my commuter, so bit of a fanboi.
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as above, newer ones are standard spokes, taped etc.
had mine over a year now, no issues.
Sounds promising! It's these I am looking at - link
They are claimed 1770g, brass nipples, the drive ring can be upgraded to 40t for £30 and I can get them in non boost. I would rather Dt Swiss xm421 on 350 hubs but the Mavic's can be had for a lot less. I dont actually get to ride the mtb that often so I am tempted by them now especially fi standard spokes.
i think thats what I have. I paid ~270 for the pair from cyclestore. + a set of cushcore xc inserts.
Jambo how hard do you ride them?
i'm not delicate or light, nor is dartmoor granite and they seem to be holding up.
I’m using them, done an enduro + everyday trail / xc with plenty of jumps. They’ve held up really well. If you’re 85kg+ with 15kg+ bike + gear and you land jumps heavy maybe not so good.
Had a set for a couple of years, coped with everything including Lakes rocks without any complaints or needing truing.
@sillysilly no enduro for me but reassuring to hear!
All sounds good, thanks everyone. It's a no brainer really just wary of 24h rims replacements if ever needed and Dt Swiss are definitely the best option for long term. Appreciate the feedback though and have a day or two before I have to make a decision.
