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Old 11-04-2011, 03:16 PM   #11
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You have a nice set of Eastons. I'd spend my money (or not) on other upgrades.


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I ended up going another route. Getting a custom made set of wheels for about half the price I was looking to spend. Rob at PSImet has been a huge help and put up with a lot of my questions..

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Old 11-04-2011, 04:44 PM   #13
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Those look sweet. Which rim are you going with?
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They are built sturdy since I'm 6'2" @ 225 lbs

Front=Novatech A141 hub laced to a Kinlin XR-270 rim 28f/2X using DT-Comp-Black spokes and DT-12mm-Brass-Silver nipples

Rear=Novatech F162 hub with Shimano freehub body laced to a Kinlin XR-300 rim 32r/3X using DT-Comp-Black spokes on the Drive Side and laced


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