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Old 03-14-09, 09:30 AM
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Descent wheel set??

Hi, Im kindof on a low budget I'm wondering If these are a good or bad idea to buy??

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I wouldnt just because it uses some generic hub deal. Spend just a little more and get a good hub.
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Formula to Mavic CXP22. I don't remember where they are, but I'm sure someone will chime in.

Great wheels for descents. You can use them for climbs too.
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Originally Posted by crushkilldstroy
Formula to Mavic CXP22. I don't remember where they are, but I'm sure someone will chime in.

Great wheels for descents. You can use them for climbs too.
bikewheelwarehouse.com I bought a set for about $160 shipped. very happy with them. They came trued and I've been hopping curbs and abusing them and they are still true.
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sweet thanks for the info guys =)
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picked up a set of velocity deep v + formula hubs, 90*degrees trued at my LBS yesterday for $200. they said they got the wheelset 6 months ago priced at $300 and they werent selling, so they dropped it down to $200~ check your asdfwf LBS for good deals! ;D

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Originally Posted by muckymucky
picked up a set of velocity deep v + formula hubs, 90*degrees trued at my LBS yesterday for $200. they said they got the wheelset 6 months ago priced at $300 and they werent selling, so they dropped it down to $200~ check your local LBS for good deals! ;D
The guy is redundant but he's right, check with your "L"ocal "B"ike "S"hop and see what they have first.
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Originally Posted by HasteTheMoment
I wouldnt just because it uses some generic hub deal. Spend just a little more and get a good hub.
they look like sealed formula hubs to me but I still wouldn't buy them for that price.
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Originally Posted by crushkilldstroy
Great wheels for descents. You can use them for climbs too.
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