[CR] How to ID a rim: 650b vs 26"?

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From: "Eric Elman" <tr4play@cox.net>
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Date: Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:19:47 -0500
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Subject: [CR] How to ID a rim: 650b vs 26"?


Hello List Friends,

I have three NOS Mavic Mod E rims that have no size markings on them. Can anyone advise what/where to measure (please be very specific) and the dimensions I should look for for in order to determine if they are 650b or 26"? They are not 700c just based on size comparison to numerous other 700c rims I have in my stash.

Thanks in advance,

Eric Elman
Somers, CT USA