20 mm Rim Help

Rims are the metal part that holds the tire.
You need a different hub, the rims have nothing to do with the axle size.
You could buy a new wheel (hub+rim+spokes) or you could just buy a new hub and use your existing rim. If you buy a new hub, you might need different length spokes.
An inexpensive hub would be something like the DMR Revolver 20mm thru-axle hub ($60 at universalcycles.com).

Ok I know that. Sorry for not being specific enough. Substitute rims with wheel or wheelset in my post. Wanting to know if I should get a new hub and re-thread or get a whole new wheel(rim, spokes and hub).

Don't skimp on wheels, they are a make it or break it component. I ran into the same issue you did and ended up buying a used DT340 hub for $80 and had my wheel relaced (with new spokes....NEVER reuse spokes).

Also, don't be afraid to look around for a used wheel either. I sold a used front wheel with a 20mm thru axle that was in fabulous shape for $100. I would have sold it to my best friend because it was in that good of shape. That wheel new was ~$400.

If you have ever thought about going tubeless now might be the time to do so. Get a UST wheel and experience low pressure wonders like never before

just read your last post (we were typing at the same time), there is a good chance that a new wheel will cost as much as a new hub and relacing your current wheel.

No afraid of used, just don't really know what to look for. I'll mostly be riding light freeride, moderate drops, and urban.

ziglaf said:

I just got a sweet deal on a 20 mm fork, but have no 20 mm rims. Right now I'm riding on Single Track SunRims and have had no troubles. What is my best option? Should I buy a new hub and re-thread, or just buy a new rim? Also I'm having trouble finding something good that would match the back rim well and doesn't cost like $300. I want something at least as durable as what I have, but as cheap as possible. Any tips or tricks on where I should look? Any personal suggestions? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

EDIT: Ok I know that. Sorry for not being specific enough. Substitute rims with wheel or wheelset in my post. Wanting to know if I should get a new hub and re-thread or get a whole new wheel(rim, spokes and hub).

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Relacing used rims can be a false economy, especially with a relatively inexpensive rim like the Singletrack. Can be tough to build the new wheel with even spoke tensions, which can result in a weaker, less durable wheel.

If you want the same rim, a custom build is your best bet