WTB: 650b wheelset, long-reach brakes

[KTY]

I've recently converted my old Maruishi tourer to a commuter, and love it but for the 27 1/4 tires, which are a tight fit under the longboards and leave a lot to be desired in the way of comfort on NYC's gnarly pavement. 

If it can be done affordably, I'd like to convert to 650b, so... anyone have a not-too-heavily-used 650b wheelset to sell? Please hit me up here or off-list: kolbyt at gmail dot com. And as long as I'm asking, doing this would require some long reach brakes (e.g. the Dia Compes). Provided I can get a wheelset, that is. 

Thanks, 

Kolby

[lungimsam]

Nothing to sell, but some advice to peddle.

 

If you do not live near an LBS that keeps 650b wheels/rims/tires in stock, think about buying extras of these when the wallet allows, or you could be in for quite a wait to replace any if needed. Especially if you prefer one brand/model of 650b product over another.

 

Otherwise, have fun with the conversion and wheels. I have a 560b bike that is great, but been off it for a month now while I am waiting to get a new rim replacement for a damaged one. Velocity distributor just got them back in stock, so the LBS should get it soon and have it all strung up and eady to rolll, I hope.

[justin...@gmail.com]

I would recommend looking for the Handspun Pavement series 650b wheels on EBay, Amazon, etc. great deals.

-J

[Peter Morgano]

if you arent a large individual  you could get the "budget" set that Rivendell used to sell on Fleabay. I have a 36 spoke Synergy set from Rivendell/Harris Cylery in 650b and at 250lbs have hit some potholes in this same NYC you speak of and have had no issues. A decent amount of money up front but worth it in the long run.

On Thu, Oct 25, 2012 at 6:38 PM, <justin...@gmail.com> wrote:

I would recommend looking for the Handspun Pavement series 650b wheels on EBay, Amazon, etc. great deals.

-J

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[Philip Williamson]

I'm interested to see if you're successful. I have a fixed gear low-trail porteur that only fits 30mm tires I'm thinking about 650B-ing. 

There was a great eBay set I wanted, but it went for $500+, shipped. 

Philip

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[justin...@gmail.com]

I have a fixed gear 650b machine. L O V E it.

[Allingham II, Thomas J]

+1. My first fixed gear, Hetres on an A.N.T.-built truss bike. It's a cushy blast.

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