What are the respective advantages of laced and cast wheels? Which do you prefer?
I prefer cast wheels because they are more functional. They are more rigid, which improves handling, easier to clean, and require no regular maintenance. They also usually allow the use of tubeless tires, which are less prone to blowout than tubed tires (see above). On the other hand, laced wheels are generally lighter, and this lowers unsprung weight, which is a good thing. Many people prefer the appearance of laced wheels, which is hard to dispute.
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