fatcyclist Posted September 25, 2008 Share Since I'm apparently going to attempt this Desert Dash thing, I've started trimming weight off the bike. CWC is getting a visit later today or tomorrow for some Thompson goodies etc.. The biggest weight though I suspect is in my rolling gear. Currently I'm using a old set of XT hubs (been rebuilt twice ), XT 6 bolt discs, no-name (aka cheap sh*t) straight spokes and Alex DH 22 rims. Tubes and liners, and then a Kenda Karma on the front, and a Larsen TT at the back. Since I'm a poor office worker, I'm putting the challenge out to some of the shops / techheads here to come up with a lighter alternative that's not going to break the bank. Stans conversion included (unless tubeless from the get-go), and has to be able to carry my very fat 96kg weight. Post your suggestions please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaunh Posted September 25, 2008 Share pm kiwi, he might have options for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_BBi Posted September 25, 2008 Share ...and has to be able to carry my very fat 96kg weight. Maybe start there first... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splat Posted September 25, 2008 Share Is budget an issue?XT hubs with 32 DT Swiss Comp spokes and Mavic 819 rims. The rims for UST already, so no conversion necessary. You will still want some sealant for punctures though.Some might reccomend DT 240 hubs. I would personally like Hope hubs... Your hub choice might be affected by you not wanting to buy new centrelock rotors if you are trying to keep costs under control. I have no idea of the terrain expected, but Maxxis Monorail (f) and Crossmark ® has been suggested at more than one bikeshop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoLefty!! Posted September 25, 2008 Share whats not break the bank mean?You already have XT hubs.. so beter can only be more expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canaris Posted September 25, 2008 Share Cut your 96 kgs down, by training more and eating less. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreZA Posted September 25, 2008 Share Token Rocket wheels. Apparently only 1600g with sealed hubs. Beatiful red hubs and skewers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatcyclist Posted September 25, 2008 Share Cut your 96 kgs down' date=' by training more and eating less.[/quote'] not even going to respond to that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canaris Posted September 25, 2008 Share Cut your 96 kgs down' date=' by training more and eating less.[/quote'] not even going to respond to that! eating less will save the money needed for your new fulcrum mtb wheels...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotSoBigBen Posted September 25, 2008 Share Cut your 96 kgs down' date=' by training more and eating less.[/quote'] not even going to respond to that! eating less will save the money needed for your new fulcrum mtb wheels...... But he'll have to starve ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatcyclist Posted September 25, 2008 Share Lefty: the XT's I have could probably do with an upgrade. I do like the Mavic 819 option though... kiwi's AM Classic special the other day did catch my eye, but Titusti feels I might not be the right wheels for me, even though they claim to have a 106kg rider weight limit... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shebeen Posted September 25, 2008 Share I'm still very undecided on whether this race is a good or bad idea. luckily entries are already full so i don't have to worry for a while. just had a look at the profile, http://www.desertdashnamibia.com/content/view/23/49/. it goes from joburg altitude to the coast. it looks like a distance thing and not a hill killer in anyway. so i think dropping weight on wheels will have a mostly placebo effect. you never know, the 96 might even help. i know its not the answer you were looking for, but its not a bad one (and your tyres are fine!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aedon Posted September 25, 2008 Share Cut your 96 kgs down' date=' by training more and eating less.[/quote'] not even going to respond to that! Remember once seeing an ad in a Brit magazine: "Why is it easier for people to lose 5 pounds out of their wallets than 5 pounds around their waists?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted September 25, 2008 Share I've got heavier duty ones comming, not until November though. They look like our 29er wheel sets, same deal, rims, Kenda Nevegal tyres, tubes and QRs. Fast rolling sealed bearing hubs, 32 spoke front and rear. Shimano Centerlock, adaptors for ISO 6 bolt just slide on the Centerlock groves. Tough enough for a bit of jumping off stuff! R2945 Kiwi2008-09-25 05:15:51 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoLefty!! Posted September 25, 2008 Share good strong rims: Mavic XM819NoTubes ZTR Arch Hubs:Shimano Deore XT FH-M775Shimano XTR FH-M975Hope Pro II I can't comment too much on factory wheels because I have only ever owned two sets. The Shimano XTR WH-M975 Lefty I still have, the Mavic Crossmax SL I have sold a long time ago. Never again I tell you. Spokes:Dt Super Comp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowbee Posted September 25, 2008 Share I'm still very undecided on whether this race is a good or bad idea. luckily entries are already full so i don't have to worry for a while. just had a look at the profile' date=' http://www.desertdashnamibia.com/content/view/23/49/. it goes from joburg altitude to the coast. it looks like a distance thing and not a hill killer in anyway. so i think dropping weight on wheels will have a mostly placebo effect. you never know, the 96 might even help. i know its not the answer you were looking for, but its not a bad one (and your tyres are fine!)[/quote'] shebeen, why dont you do this race ride with me next year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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