Cyclocross Rim Wearing with Rim Brakes and appropriate Solutions For Reasons that are not to be discussed here i did choose a cyclocross frame without disc brakes mounts and i am going to train/compete with Canti Lever Brakes. Obviously, with all the mud and dirt that gets stuck to the wheels, the rims will wear off a lot quicker than the ones one my road bike (which maily rides pavement). What are precaution i could take to prevent the rims from lasting less than one season? Are there any recommendable cyclocross wheels where i can more or less easily exchange the rim once it is worn off?

**Option 1: Mid-race bike change**

Many cyclocross riders switch bikes mid-race due to build-up of mud and debris and the dirt emulsion which accumulates on braking surfaces. Ideally you would have an assistant to supervise your belongings in the pit/service area and rinse the bike you've returned to prepare it for another bike change later in the race.

**Option 2: Thicker rim-walls**

Some rims claim to have thicker braking surfaces. You may identify these based on the difference between the external rim width and the ETRTO bead width (e.g 622-17 indicates a 17mm bead width)

**Option 3: Brake less**

Improving your cornering at speed so you don't need to brake so much.