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[Closed] Any deals (or alternatives) out there for a 29" Crest/Arch rim?

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I'm in need of a 29" rim for my rear wheel (on a Scandal), intending to run it tubeless, all-round cross country use mainly.
I'm after a Crest or possibly Arch (have crests on another bike and they're fine, but maybe a bit more stiffness would be good for this one)

I can't find anything much less than £60 so was wondering if anyone was aware of any deals, or possibly alternative rims that may do the job at a lower price? (I did consider some cheap&cheerful rims just to get up and running, but would end up rebuilding later, so a false economy really).

Any ideas?


 
Posted : 12/12/2012 12:47 pm
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Merlin are doing a pair of Arch rims, built up onto deore quality hubs, for £125.

http://www.merlincycles.com/bike-shop/wheels/mountain-bike-wheels/sale-wheels/shimano-525-disc-hubs-sun-stans-29er-rims.html


 
Posted : 12/12/2012 12:53 pm
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Charlie, looks good for a pair, although I only need a rear (more specifically, just a rim really as the hub is sitting waiting to be completed). Do you sell front and rear individually, I can't see that option on the website?


 
Posted : 12/12/2012 12:57 pm
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WTB Frequency rims look like a slightly cheaper, slightly heavier alternative. Think they use licensed Stans rim design


 
Posted : 12/12/2012 1:01 pm
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WTB Frequency looking promising

http://forums.mtbr.com/wheels-tires/wtb-frequency-i19-29-wheel-build-review-762468.html


 
Posted : 12/12/2012 1:34 pm

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