Probably a topic for a different thread, but I considered alloy and even called HED tech support to inquire about the advantages. The main take away (as they explained it) is the price advantage. Otherwise, aluminum will tend to flex more. I was surprised, but that was what they said.
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Doge
I think alloy is a better clincher rim material than carbon.
Both HED and Mercury used a lot around SoCal. Mercury Cycling on sale. They often do 50% + off. Watch competitive cycling.
Both the above have excellent support and support cycling. Mercury has salaried on-staff builders.
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