Which rim should I choose ?
cpper
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I recently noticed some strange cracks around 3 - 4 spokes on the rear wheel of my Cannondale Trail 2 2018. The rim is a WTB STX i23 (inner width 23mm). Obliviously I want to replace it (spokes too), and I've narrowed down my options to 3 rims. My tire is 2.4" Conti Trail King, with tube. I mostly do XC, with quite some climbing, but I also enjoy riding local trails with occasional small drops and unfriendly roots. Hub is DT Swiss 350 148mm. These are my options:
Nukeproof Neutron V2 - 500g, width 28mm, 50€ / 60$
DT Swiss XM421 - 465g, width 25mm, 68€ / 82$
DT Swiss XR391 - 440g, width 25mm, 68€ / 82$
Which one should I go with?
Nukeproof Neutron V2 - 500g, width 28mm, 50€ / 60$
DT Swiss XM421 - 465g, width 25mm, 68€ / 82$
DT Swiss XR391 - 440g, width 25mm, 68€ / 82$
Which one should I go with?
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Are you getting the wheel built for you? If so ask the wheel builder, they may have a preference.1
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It depends upon what motivates you. If you are a speed and lightness fiend than go for the XR391. If you want a better ride and generally more robustness, then go for the V2. The extra rim width will give your 2.4" (61mm) tyres a better profile.
See this handy guide for what rim width for your tyres, skip the first chart and go to the ones for MTB.
https://www.wtb.com/pages/tire-rim-fit-chart
I personally would choose the Neutron V2. The Conti TK is a very good tyre (I love them), but the 2.4" is heavy. I would definitely consider going tubeless. Not only will you lose a lot more weight than you gained with the wider rim, but your ride and grip will improve. Going tubeless is a bit harder than an expert makes it look, but a lot easier than a beginner makes it look!
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Steve, thanks for the advice.
If I buy the XM421/XR391 do I have to use use the Squorx nipples and PHR washers? Can't I use classic nipples with no washers? Or are they supplied with the rim?0 -
@cpper I have no idea, sorry. I've never built a wheel.1
