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[Closed] what cx rims to put onto hope bulb hubs

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Toying with using a set of hope bulb 32 hole hubs i have to build into cx disc wheels. What rims are there and what spokes to build a reasonably lightweight set of wheels. Or am i better to flog them and start again with a set of the lightweight hubs off ebay.

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Posted : 22/03/2012 9:45 am
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I just bought some of the lightweight hubs off ebay (hint, the sokin ones will accept a best offer arround 55-60 quid), you'd easily get that for your bulbs and lose about 300g!

I've just bought some Stans Alphas for my new wheels, but the sidewalls look a bit thin compared to previous mavic/shimano wheels (judgeing by the shallowness of the wear indicator), so I'd go for Open Pro's if you intend to ride in mud.


 
Posted : 22/03/2012 9:50 am
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Open pro's always a good choice. I've been looking at some WTB speed disc cross country rims as a cheap, slightly wider disc specific option for some CX wheels. Not really had any feedback on them though so unsure.


 
Posted : 22/03/2012 10:01 am
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If you use the bulbs check they fit in your cx frame first

I'm a big fan of open pro rims tough light and easy to get


 
Posted : 22/03/2012 10:08 am