IMHO we get hung up on weight and spoke count. I like to focus on the hub, where the biggest source of friction is, and the trueness and roundness of the wheel. Trueness? You mean some wheels aren’t round?
White Industry hubs are a good price point, Paul Component hubs are excellent. I have a set of Spinergies that did less than 1000 miles before having issues in the hub. I’ll stick with a good set of custom wheels 40 spoke minimum, good up to 40mm tires and built to my specs.
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