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A word of caution on overly drilled rims:


I had one that stared to fail this weekend! The spoke tension is pulling the rim towards the center and there isn't enough meat to keep the aluminum from bending. This is on the triangle holes rim.

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The rims I have with the 1.5" holes are holding up fine.
 
It's not just the spoke tension pulling, you also have air pressure pushing. And the occasional impact from bumps.

For your next rim... How about drilling small holes, just big enough for xmas/led lights. Hide the wires under the rim tape for a really clean look.
 

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