Re: [RBW] Clem wheel woes: To rebuild or not to build...

2022-03-21 Thread Patrick Moore
Perhaps upgrading to really top quality tires might give you the performance boost without quite as much cost as a new set of wheels? Rene Herse tires can cost almost $100 each, but $200 is still cheaper than a new wheelset and -- if your present tires are mediocre -- might make more difference tha

Re: [RBW] Clem wheel woes: To rebuild or not to build...

2022-03-21 Thread Joe Mullins
Keep the wheels and change your gearing to make it climb easier! Joe in Los Angeles > On Mar 21, 2022, at 1:49 PM, Sofie C wrote: > >  > Help! I'm stuck in analysis paralysis... I have a size 45 Clem complete that > I adore, purchased in the last Riv lottery. I wanted dynamo lighting so I had

[RBW] Clem wheel woes: To rebuild or not to build...

2022-03-21 Thread Sofie C
Help! I'm stuck in analysis paralysis... I have a size 45 Clem complete that I adore, purchased in the last Riv lottery. I wanted dynamo lighting so I had my local bike shop rebuild the stock front wheel with a SON hub. My clem feels quick enough for me - I'm a slow rider, and the weight doesn'