Originally Posted by
DiabloScott
If you think it's worn out it probably is.
That's what I think too. My test is just to feel the brake track with my fingers. If I feel a noticeable concave feel I assume that rim is nearing it's end-of-life.
It's mid-March. This is the time of year that many of us are prepping our bikes for the nice riding season. If you are going to have to take a bike out of service for a wheel or rim replacement, now is a good time to do it.