I have been riding an aggressive 29er hardtail for a few seasons and find that the rear rim takes a beating. Every few rides, a spoke is loose. Hops and dents are common.
I have found that running heavier tires and pressure closer to 30 psi helps mitigate denting, but that doesn't keep my wheel true.
I had a Sun Ringle Charger Pro that lasted a few seasons, but had several dents and hops by the end. Most recently, I am running an Easton Heist (ARC rim). It's less than a month old that has more wobbles and hops than a cheap plastic plate that just came out of the dishwasher.
For those of you who ride hardtails on smashy terrain, what rims have you had luck with, and what's your strategy for keeping your rear wheel alive?
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