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I've got a H+Son Archetype for front brake duty on rides where I think I'll need one. Was just wondering if taking the decals off would mean I could just leave the brakes on for worst case situations or is that just idiotic and I should find a long term front wheel?
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The decals shouldn't make any difference. From what I understand, you can use a front brake on a rim without a brake track, you just probably shouldn't because you'll knacker the rim and it won't perform as well as one designed for a brake.
If I was you I'd sell that front wheel whilst it's still in good condition and go for something that's more appropriate to your needs!
ltc
If you are planning on running a front brake (I assume the delightful pink one) might be worth confirming whether the Miche wheels have a brake track - from the photos it doesn't look like it so I would be wary using a brake on them.