If you're looking for a very inexpensive yet reliable set up. I been rolling for a little over a year on Vuelta Corsa HD rims (36 spokes w/sealed cartridge bearings), with thorn proof tubes on Nashbar Streetwise Kevlar tires. I run them at 90psi and I'm 230lbs, plus I always have another 20lbs of gear in my pannier bags. Over a years worth of crossing 2 sets of RR tracks, a short ride on cobblestone streets and across a dirt road to get to my office. To date I still have not had a flat or had to true the rims. The came perfectly trued out of the box. Oh.. also.. I've been known to pop a couple of wheelies, stoppies and a bunny hop or two in an attempt to impress my kids. All in total was right at $200.00.