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Wheel Builders / Shops suggestions in the S2S

Feb. 14, 2014, 3:32 p.m.
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Joined: Aug. 29, 2010

I have 29" rims and hubs that need to be built up. The wheels are for a Banshee Prime build.
The rims are Derby carbon Heavy Duty 29" and the hubs are DT350 15mm front/150mm rear.

I'm looking for suggestions for reputable wheel builders and/or shops in the Sea to Sky corridor that can build solid wheels to withstand the abuse that my 6'6", 245lbs size can throw at them.

I'm in Whistler so anywhere from Squamish to Pemberton would be the best but I'm willing to go to Van if the suggested person/shop is highly rated. I do realize that almost all the shops in Whistler are in winter mode but if the recommendation is good/great I can wait until they swap over for bike business.

I'm not looking for suggestions that I try to build them myself because I don't have the required truing/building stand nor the patience to do that. I have trued my wheels in the past using the frame/fork but with varying success. That is why I'm looking for someone else with the skills and artistry needed to build great solid wheels.

Thanks.

Feb. 14, 2014, 3:45 p.m.
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I'd recommend getting whoever you decide on to use DT Alpine III spokes with 14mm brass nipples for you build

Feb. 14, 2014, 4:14 p.m.
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Is Fineline open right now? Or the Fix? Both reputable. If not I would recommend Corsa in Squamish. Ask for Fraser. Tell a him little old man sent you.

Debate? Bikes are made for riding not pushing.

Feb. 14, 2014, 4:36 p.m.
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of who i know, fraser @ corsa or james @ the fix

Feb. 14, 2014, 8:18 p.m.
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Thanks for the info, everyone.
I know of all the shops in the region. I was just looking for recommendations to help me narrow down my choice.

Feb. 15, 2014, 6:19 p.m.
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+1 for James at The Fix

Feb. 17, 2014, 12:50 p.m.
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I'd recommend getting whoever you decide on to use DT Alpine III spokes with 14mm brass nipples for you build

good advice

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