The Rim Thread.
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DW-1
Dirt Works
we actually used to offer the sleeved version. It's basically an OEM rim. On bikes it is called the "S-Type".:[TYL3R]:;2104722 said:
As to "is the welded one that much better"..." Think on this... The main place that rims fail... is at the join.
is the saving really that massive for the sleeved version? I mean... unless you're spending over the AUD$448 threshold... they're going to smack you with $43 freight. (I guess if you're buying a heap of gear the freight % comes down a lot)
Locally the welded MTX is only $99 now.
Elvis.
Jimass
Eats Squid
Mtx aren't great, they're heavy and dint quite easily.
For another option look at a set of Dartmoor Raiders or Fortresses (If your hard on your rims) from www.fearlesscycles.com.au
They're pretty cheap, $69.95 for the ano ones...
For another option look at a set of Dartmoor Raiders or Fortresses (If your hard on your rims) from www.fearlesscycles.com.au
They're pretty cheap, $69.95 for the ano ones...
T-Rex
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The House of Rex runs the MTX as one of two preferred rims for DH racing. Rims are basically a consumable item and we've been through a few MTXs, both sleeved and welded. In terms of failure, they have all evenutally let go due to cracking on the inside of the lip of the rim, which then leads to a chunk of the rim lip falling off. We have never had one let go on the join, and just yesterday I pulled another one (pinned) apart to rescue the hub, the join was holding up fine.:[TYL3R]:;2104722 said:
So my recommendation is save your $$ and get a pinned one. And DW1 is right, you are better off buying one locally than paying the freight from CRC unless you can get a free shipment. Check out TBSM, they do them at a pretty good price.
T-Rex
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Hey Tyl3r, just to complete the story on MTXs so you don't think I'm misrepresenting them to you, your mate jacko13 is right, if you are not a super smooth rider and you are reasonably quick/agressive, they do dent easily ie they are a softish rim. We use them because they are cheap and readily available, so when they start to crack, it's a one hour job to relace a new rim onto the existing spokes and hubs. Also from a racing point of view, a softer rim is less likely to give you a puncture if you tag a rock on your race run, it is more inclined to bend instead of driving itself through the tube. So this approach to rim selection might not suit everybody, you need to consider if it suits you.
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ToranaJudd
Likes Bikes and Dirt
Does CRC still have the 721's for ~$83ea? A mate recently got a set, they look the goods.
Judd.
Judd.
T-Rex
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So much for your thread title "quick rim question"!!! 
I have HEARD but have no experience that a rim called a "Dirt Bag" is pretty hard and pretty cheap. Not sure who the manufacturer is, maybe Alex???
Obviously Mavic as your mate said earlier, but not a cheap rim.
I'm sure there will be other threads on rim selection, have a look in the downhill section.
I have HEARD but have no experience that a rim called a "Dirt Bag" is pretty hard and pretty cheap. Not sure who the manufacturer is, maybe Alex???
Obviously Mavic as your mate said earlier, but not a cheap rim.
I'm sure there will be other threads on rim selection, have a look in the downhill section.
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T-Rex
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CRC web site says "Not available outside the EU" on all the Mavic rims - so your mate had no trouble getting them shipped to Australia?
alex suprah bh i think they're called.