26" wheelset for trail

Started by DubbelBuys, Aug 10 2012 11:44

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#1 DubbelBuys

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Posted 10 August 2012 - 11:44

OK - I haven't yet got the frame & will update soon with pitchas (otherwise it didn't happen :whistling:

) on the build once I got my SHOVA frame.

I weigh 91kg with kit & looking at some decent wheel sets (well - in the R4000 region)

I've been told the Easton's are pretty good, but I read some bad reviews on mtbr that the rear hubs (Easton Haven) are weak & unreliable.

Have been looking at either the Easton Haven (more an AM wheelset, but only 1650g) or perhaps

The Hope Pro 2 Evo hubs on stan's flow rims? (Which is slightly cheaper)

Any thoughts to share on these? or other recommendations?

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#2 Hairy

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Posted 10 August 2012 - 11:51

Hope Pro 2 Evo hubs on stan's flow rims!

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#3 S.I.R Maxxis

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Posted 10 August 2012 - 11:52

Mavic Crosstrail any good?

#4 Breezer

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Posted 10 August 2012 - 12:08

S.I.R Maxxis, on 10 August 2012 - 11:52 , said:

Mavic Crosstrail any good?

I have a set and can not fault it. I use it on a 26 hard tail and it has taken a lot of punishment. Just have the free body serviced every 1000km or so.

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