Why brass? (Just curious).
I think 14/15g double butted spokes are probably a good durability for the weight.
You can probably build a good, durable wheelset for $500 or less. I don't have much experience with Velocity, Mavic, or DT Swiss rims, but I can say that Shimano hubs are quite durable (and are QUIET). Criss King hubs have that classic CK freewheel sound that some people love.
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11-06-2008, 12:45 PM #1
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11-06-2008, 12:50 PM #2
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Brass nipples are more durable.
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11-06-2008, 01:05 PM #3
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Aluminum are more expensive and potentially more prone to failure, though that is arguable. For a cross-country ride, I'd want a somewhat wide, study tire that softens road shocks substantially. Since the tire won't be super light, why waste the money on super light nipples?
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