Originally Posted by
mstateglfr
You could always speak up and ask that they order the wheel you want instead of the wheel they want.
Just an idea.
It seems impossible to order on line so I have no choice but to go to a bike shop. There are two good ones, both far, one where I bought the bike. There is lots of information in this thread about wheels but for me the thickness of the wall where the brake pads rub is most important. From the answers here I know that 559 ISO will be the correct size, but what thickness should I be looking for? Also I believe the spoke specifications are important for the strength. So my modified question is now, what precisely should I order (so that I can properly compare the prices of the two shops).