In what way would the flange be weaker?
I can't recall exactly but I looked into it once and decided it wasn't for me. For a start I don't think a typical 36h flange is going to be rated for radial lacing which is one of the few lacing patterns that works on 18h.
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In what way would the flange be weaker?