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That's my point, really. CXP33s are pretty near bombproof. Look, in order of strength, it probably goes something like this:
CXP33 36H
CXP33 32H
OP 36H
CXP33 28H
OP 32H
OP 28H
Completely unscientific, I know! But the point is, chose your strength and your success with the wheel (i.e. if you break spokes/get rim cracking) is down to chance/time. And, remember, a collection of positive observations doesn't prove anything - you've got to hunt for negative observations. I'm sure heavier people are running less strong wheels, but that doesn't mean that might be a good choice for someone else. I'm 11st and have a 36H set I use for longer rides, where they're completely fire-and-forget, I have no chance of isseus with them even with a loaded rack and even if I break a spoke or 3. I also have a set of 18H front 24H rear, which I've also never put out of true. Pick and chose!
Courant