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Ran across these on eBay, looks like a good deal so decided to post on here. Don't have any experience with these wheels, but they seem like pretty good stuff from the description.

Astral (Rolf Prima) Serpentine Carbon 29” Wheelset. 30mm IW. White Industries CLD hub internals (XD hub driver). Sapim Race spokes. ~1650gm weight. $1900 MSRP.

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Astral (Rolf Prima) Outback Carbon 29" Wheelset. 25mm IW. White Industries CLD hub (XD hub driver). Sapim X-Ray spokes. ~1450gm weight. $2100 MSRP.

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Both sets cost the same: $854 - P5ALMOSTSPRING coupon (5% off) - SHOPANDSAVE coupon ($45 off, expires 3/31) = $767.24 + shipping (was $65 for me), and tax.

These are new from a top rated seller, with multiple sets of both versions available.
 
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TheGenErik1 said:
Centerlock brake only, is there a way to make them fit 6 bolt?
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Yeah, adapters are like $25 for a pair.

EDIT: But keep in mind they're only meant to fit rotors that lay flat, if that makes sense. Shimano ice tech rotors for example have a raised center section so they won't sit flat on the adapters without a bit of grinding.

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TheGenErik1 said:
Centerlock brake only, is there a way to make them fit 6 bolt?
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Adapters - ive run a set but YMMV. Clearance issues with the fork, certain rotors dont fit flush. Can get nice set for $30 or cheap ones on AliExpress for $8/set.
When your spending at least $20 on adapter, just say F it you are $50 closer to buy new centerlock rotors.
 
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jeffbinco said:
Not such a good deal for Shimano users. Freehubs are $200 and axle replacement is another $77.
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I guess there is also a heavy duty version of their 30mm IW wheels - Serpentine X. As of now there is 1 set available with a Shimano MS hub driver. Same price:

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Astral Serpentine X Carbon 29” Boost Wheelset - NEW | eBay

Astral Serpentine X Carbon Wheelset. Centerlock disc brake only. Boost 29” 15x110 / 12x148. A 30mm internal rim supports your chunky rubber and the stiff, strong rims make for a great handling ride even in the gnarliest of conditions.
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TheGenErik1 said:
With shipping this deal starts to be about the same as the Reserve 30SL with I9 1/1 hubs. I am leaning towards the Reserves at this point.
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True, however Serpentines are about 100gm lighter, and after owning wheels with I9 Hydras (sound annoying AF), and I9 1/1 (a little quieter, but still too loud), I'm done with I9 hubs.
 
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As for California they are coming in at $864 with tax and shipping after discounts. Also the Serpentine uses a steel freehub instead of the standard White Industries Ti.
 
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TheGenErik1 said:
What about warranty? Crash replacement? I am not familiar with Serpentine so I am a little hesitant to buy them over Reserve.
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Not sure about warranty. You would need to contact the seller and see what they say, and if the manufacturer's warranty applies. If the warranty does apply, Astral is owned by White Industries, so you find the details on their page.
 
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