Answered Replacing Roval Rim or whole wheel?

[fzootb]

Hi all. Bent my 2019 Spesh TL Roval Traverse Rear Wheel. The spokes are all fine, rim has a dent so can’t be trued. Could I get away with just swapping the rim? If so which would you recommend? If it’s the whole wheel, any preferences? Thanks in advance!

 

[JetSedgwick]

that was fast. call a local wheel builder and ask how much they charge to fix the problem.

 

[fzootb]

that was fast. call a local wheel builder and ask how much they charge to fix the problem.

It is! Was an impressive drop and is still ‘rideable’ but won’t take another hit. Maybe should’ve picked up a kenevo...!

 

[urastus]

you might have to go the same model rim. It wouldn't take much for the spokes to be the wrong size. I'm guessing with the right tyre pressure you should be good?

 

[#lazy]

Roval

rovalcomponents.com

 

[fzootb]

Roval

rovalcomponents.com

Thanks for sharing, I did take a look. I’m in the UK and think this only applies to the US?

 

[fzootb]

you might have to go the same model rim. It wouldn't take much for the spokes to be the wrong size. I'm guessing with the right tyre pressure you should be good?

This is useful insight, thanks. I am watching a few sets of wheels, but find that overkill as the hubs and seemingly the spokes are fine. Might be a local bike shop advice chat.

 

[#lazy]

https://media.specialized.com/support/collateral/0000109731-warranty-uk-en.pdf

 

[Bones]

I have just replaced my front rim for a wider one and needed longer spokes. They cost £30. Just something to be aware of if you are going to replace with something different.

 

[fzootb]

https://media.specialized.com/support/collateral/0000109731-warranty-uk-en.pdf

Dreamy, might’ve really helped me out here! Anyone done this warranty through any LBS or from when purchased from?

 

[James_C]

It’s accident damage doubt you will get warranty. I think you’d be best looking for 2nd hand wheels, they do come up

I changed out the wheel set for hope fortus 30 but that was because I felt mine bent too easily

 

[fzootb]

It’s accident damage doubt you will get warranty. I think you’d be best looking for 2nd hand wheels, they do come up

I changed out the wheel set for hope fortus 30 but that was because I felt mine bent too easily

Yep, thought so. Just picked some up from eBay. Thanks!