WHAT'S SO SPECIAL ABOUT THE NIMBUS FRAME?
1. It is wider - as wide as the KH frame - to allow room for when mud to
sticks to the tire
2. It has plugs at the top of each tube - which allow access to the
inside of the tubes if you'd like to wire a cyclometer through the
frame.
3. It is shorter than other common frames - which allows you to put your
feet up on the frame a bit more easily.
4. It is chromed - rumor has it that chrome will hold up (wear) better
than the powder coating.
Generally, all frames are created equal. I just found that the Nimbus
frame had a different geometry that seems more useful and it is less
expensive than most other frames. The extra width can make your leg come
in contact with the side of the frame more often, but even that
"weakeness" can give a feeling of security under the right
circumstances. The next frame I'd recommend is the KH - for similar
reasons, but then you will probably have to pay 5 TIMES AS MUCH more:
$210.00
AND IS THERE A SLIGHTLY LESS EXPENSIVE WHEELSET?
No. The Profile Hub and Crankset comes with a lifetime warranty. So, as
you start to ride more like Atkins, you don't have to worry about
racking up crank replacement costs. Your query included the
specification that you wanted "a unicycle that can take some hard hits
and lots of them." I assumed that meant drops rather than lateral
abuse.
I have seen KH wheelsets where the cranks bend inward towards the wheel,
or bend in such a way that each one seems to have a "unique ride." The
Profile Cranks system also matches the Nimbus frame because they slope
outwards a bit - so that you don't end up with your heel pedaling the
crank as often.
Also, the Profile system allows you to have various crank lengths (if
you like). I found little or no benefit for running 145mm - so I sent
them back and stuck with the 170s, but if I was running a 20" wheel, I
would definately go with the 145mm cranks (the shortest Profile
makes).
Finally, the Profile set is surprisingly light. Rumored to be "heavy," I
found the opposite to be true; weigh it and compare it to your buddies
wheelsets.
The ALEX DX32 rim is what most are riding. It is the best rim I have
every used - and to date I have NOT needed to true the wheel for the
3-400 miles I have used it. I am 6'5" and 235-250 with gear on, and the
wheelset has been flawless. I'd recommend that you save money by
skipping on the Gazz. Other tires can be better under various
situations.
Considering the workmanship, warranty, and ruggedness there is no
cheaper wheelset.
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