Is this wheel repairable (or rideable!)?
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Is this wheel repairable (or rideable!)?
Hi! I'd like to rescue and use this 2006 or 2007 Campagnolo Eurus wheelset. Unfortunately, there is a major dent on the drive side of the rear wheel from shipping. Photos are below and I'm interested in opinions:
- is this rim repairable?
- is this wheel rideable as is?
-if neither, does anybody have a matching rim or wheel for trade/sale? (The front wheel is in excellent condition, as are hub, freehub and spokes on the rear).
thanks!
- is this rim repairable?
- is this wheel rideable as is?
-if neither, does anybody have a matching rim or wheel for trade/sale? (The front wheel is in excellent condition, as are hub, freehub and spokes on the rear).
thanks!
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Perhaps a better question is whether the risks of riding this wheel would be worth it? Personally, I would answer no, because the middle photo shows that the wheel sidewall is compromised, so it may not hold the bead. If this is a single-walled rim, then another reason not to ride it is that the dent may burst an inflated tube.
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You already knew the answer before posting. Find a new rim.
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Since it’s the rear wheel I would still ride it
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I wouldn’t ride that. And if I did, none of my mates would want to be behind me.
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You can buy a comparable wheelset, both front and rear, for just $100.
https://www.bike24.com/p2248501.html
https://www.bike24.com/p2248501.html
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Are you handy with a hammer? You could hammer the dent out if you were skilled and careful.
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You can buy a comparable wheelset, both front and rear, for just $100.
https://www.bike24.com/p2248501.html
https://www.bike24.com/p2248501.html
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Is the rim hooked or hookless? I've read somewhere that hitting a rock can break your rim and cause your tire to blow off even if you have a tire noodle installed. In any event, I'd trash the rim and get a new one.
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Toss it.
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Perhaps a better question is whether the risks of riding this wheel would be worth it? Personally, I would answer no, because the middle photo shows that the wheel sidewall is compromised, so it may not hold the bead. If this is a single-walled rim, then another reason not to ride it is that the dent may burst an inflated tube.
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I would ride it to get home. I might ride it during the time it takes for me to get a replacement. But I probably would be a little slower going down the twistier parts of any ride I do.
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This isn't a repairable item, buy a new wheel
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I wouldn't ride it. I'd be surprised if it doesn't wobble a whole hell of a lot.
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Thanks for the feedback!
It has been interesting to read the variety of contributions here. Thanks! I clearly need to replace the rim and won't dare ride it without significant risk.
I'd really like a matching set of wheels, does anybody know where to find a new or used rim like this?
I'd really like a matching set of wheels, does anybody know where to find a new or used rim like this?
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ebay, velowizard.com or velosaloon.com
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Done. Replace the rim. I haven't looked in a long time but Campagnolo used to offer replacement rims that we in the industry could get. Otherwise just replace it with any decent wheel for a low price.
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