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SpunnOne · 09-21-2007, 09:19 AM

Many moons ago when I rode BMX bikes, most of us had rims similar to the one below (sorry for the bad pic - it was the best I could find.)
I was curious why this style never took off for MTB rims. It seems like it would be a natural. I use to see sets offered, but I can't find any now.
I'm sure there's a good reason, but why aren't these types more popular?

Sprockethead · 09-21-2007, 09:27 AM

Call JensonUSA, they had a tent there with a dealer who sold wheels like that. I forgot what the company name was called but I'm sure Jenson will carry their wheels.

DeeZee · 09-21-2007, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by SpunnOne

Many moons ago when I rode BMX bikes, most of us had rims similar to the one below (sorry for the bad pic - it was the best I could find.)
I was curious why this style never took off for MTB rims. It seems like it would be a natural. I use to see sets offered, but I can't find any now.
I'm sure there's a good reason, but why aren't these types more popular?

they are very heavy. Think of filling your tubes with sand.

SpunnOne · 09-21-2007, 09:41 AM

Even the "plastic" ones?

DeeZee · 09-21-2007, 09:53 AM

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Even the "plastic" ones?

I read a thread on MTBR and they were.....heavy

Von-Diggity · 09-21-2007, 01:57 PM

I think the company was called Spin, and the wheels were far heavier than traditional spoked wheels, which limited their appeal. Every so often I will see someone riding on them, which makes me believe they are durable. I think the company went out of business.

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Originally Posted by Sprockethead

Call JensonUSA, they had a tent there with a dealer who sold wheels like that. I forgot what the company name was called but I'm sure Jenson will carry their wheels.

2wheel_lee · 09-21-2007, 02:11 PM

There have been many variations of spoked mag wheels. As mentioned, most of them are heavy. But even with the added weight, they're all as flexy as a wet noodle. I used 20" Skyway Graphite Tuff Wheels on one of my BMX bikes for a while, and even those flexed a lot. The flex was mostly noticed in aggressive berms.

Pho'dUp · 09-21-2007, 02:19 PM

Discussed awhile ago. There's a local company called TAG doing them now. Sure, probably industructable, but these things are boat anchors and are very expensive. But they're out there if you want'em.

Right now, don't think these things are executed better than a well made hand built wheel.

Tag Wheels

http://www.tagwheels.com/

2wheel_lee · 09-21-2007, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Pho'dUp

Right now, don't think these things are executed better than a well made hand built wheel.

Or even a hand built wheel made of hard wood.

Pho'dUp · 09-21-2007, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 2wheel_lee

Or even a hand built wheel made of hard wood.

Like this? Think we can make it tubeless ready 2W_Lee? We could start a company.

2wheel_lee · 09-21-2007, 02:34 PM

I was thinking a little more high tech:

2wheel_lee · 09-21-2007, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Pho'dUp

Like this? Think we can make it tubeless ready 2W_Lee? We could start a company.

That's already tubeless! And you'll never get a flat (tire)!

Pho'dUp · 09-21-2007, 03:21 PM

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That's already tubeless! And you'll never get a flat (tire)!

No flats, fast rolling, and supreme durability. Maybe be on to something here.

Big Guy · 09-21-2007, 06:12 PM

What about this one made of cardboard, no tires, just a trip of 80 grade sand paper

26'er Zen Master · 09-21-2007, 10:24 PM

there is a new carbon wheel out there for freeriding we had a guy come to the shop showing them off call the shop at 800 579 8932 tomorrow and I will give you some info dont have it hewre at home

mottmcfly · 09-22-2007, 12:05 AM

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Originally Posted by SpunnOne

Many moons ago when I rode BMX bikes, most of us had rims similar to the one below (sorry for the bad pic - it was the best I could find.)
I was curious why this style never took off for MTB rims. It seems like it would be a natural. I use to see sets offered, but I can't find any now.
I'm sure there's a good reason, but why aren't these types more popular?

If I remember correctly they were made out of Graphite. Skyway Tuff wheels. I remember really wanting a pair.

FyrFytrRyn · 09-22-2007, 09:33 AM

i cant imaging this cornering very well..

OMR · 09-22-2007, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by FyrFytrRyn

i cant imaging this cornering very well..

Yes... but they'd take you across the country...

FyrFytrRyn · 09-22-2007, 10:23 AM

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Originally Posted by OMR

Yes... but they'd take you across the country...

Oregon trail!!!!!

.8down · 09-27-2007, 08:51 AM

the guy at the path that was doing all the tricks worked for a wheel company that made a product like that....skips my mind what it was called. But I think it was mainly for dirt jump. I think with the advancements in materials its kinda made the Mag wheel go the way of the Dodo.

09-21-2007, 09:19 AM	#1 (permalink)
SpunnOne Last Man Up...	Five Spokes Many moons ago when I rode BMX bikes, most of us had rims similar to the one below (sorry for the bad pic - it was the best I could find.) I was curious why this style never took off for MTB rims. It seems like it would be a natural. I use to see sets offered, but I can't find any now. I'm sure there's a good reason, but why aren't these types more popular?

09-21-2007, 02:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
2wheel_lee Old School BMXer	There have been many variations of spoked mag wheels. As mentioned, most of them are heavy. But even with the added weight, they're all as flexy as a wet noodle. I used 20" Skyway Graphite Tuff Wheels on one of my BMX bikes for a while, and even those flexed a lot. The flex was mostly noticed in aggressive berms. __________________ Speed has never killed anyone, suddenly becoming stationary... that's what gets you. May the air be filled with tires!

09-22-2007, 09:33 AM	#17 (permalink)
FyrFytrRyn JfromLV Fan Club Prez.	i cant imaging this cornering very well.. __________________ i keep it in the red. its dangerous here. "f&k those coolers. put a 3rd pedal in that bi&h."

09-27-2007, 08:51 AM	#20 (permalink)
.8down STR Veteran	the guy at the path that was doing all the tricks worked for a wheel company that made a product like that....skips my mind what it was called. But I think it was mainly for dirt jump. I think with the advancements in materials its kinda made the Mag wheel go the way of the Dodo. __________________ .8down designs

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09-21-2007, 09:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
Sprockethead STR Veteran	Call JensonUSA, they had a tent there with a dealer who sold wheels like that. I forgot what the company name was called but I'm sure Jenson will carry their wheels.

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SpunnOne Last Man Up...	Even the "plastic" ones?

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Pho'dUp Peters Canyon Warrior	Discussed awhile ago. There's a local company called TAG doing them now. Sure, probably industructable, but these things are boat anchors and are very expensive. But they're out there if you want'em. Right now, don't think these things are executed better than a well made hand built wheel. Tag Wheels http://www.tagwheels.com/

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