New rear wheel options.

mudsucker

Hello,

The rear Shimano hub on my 2008 Stumpjumper FSR Comp has very worn cups and cones so I am in need of a new wheel. The rim is a DT Swiss X420 which is the standard wheel. 26" wheels.

I caved in the standard front a while ago in a spectacular OTB incident at Cannock so I bought a DT Swiss EX500 rim on a Hope Pro 2 hub ( Hope Hoops build) which I'm very happy with. Might be a bit heavy but I know I can trust it! I know this wheel is now not available so what would be a good modern day equivalent or maybe something lighter but just as strong? I would prefer a cartridge bearing hub if possible.

FYI I weight 11st 11lbs and ride The Surrey Hills, Peak District, Coed Y Brennin and all being well Morzine this year. I am a fairly aggressive rider and do like my wheels to leave the ground every now and then.

Budget wise I would be happy spending around £200.

Thanks and any advise would be greatly appreciated!

Ben :-)

Edit: Just had a though, I guess if I have a Hope hub I will need an alloy spider cassette. Is this correct?

cooldad

Only if it has an aluminium freehub, and then only if you feel the need.

poah

XT cassette or SRAM equivalent will still gouge the freehub body just not as much as an SLX for example.

rockmonkeysc

EX500's are very heavy for their strength. Worst downhill rim I have used, made of cheese and heavier than a much stronger Mavic EX721.
I would go for a Mavic XM719 on a Hope hub.