Alloy or plastic rim locks

[Weet-rider]

Any preference from user experience between 'old' style alloy with rubber bonded onto the inner tube side or the 'new' all plastic type?

I ordered from Dirtbikebitz what was described and pictured as the alloy type which I had faith in last time I used them but received the plastic type instead.

When I queried this with them their response was surprisingly patronizing and rude. Telling me I should move with the times and get up to date with what the latest kit that the enduro/mx teams are using!

I'm willing to be persuaded that new is best but would like to be reassured from fellow riders first.

Thanks,

Dave W.

[big yellow tractor]

I prefer the all alloy type; I think the last ones I bought were Talon.

Never seen an all plastic one but I suppose the answer is give em a go and see how they are.

[Dave]

Don't think it matters too much tbh. I'm using the plastic rubbery ones and they work fine. No issues yet.

About the bad service at dirtbikebitz: well that's just shocking. I always ring them because I prefer speaking to someone and find them a laugh.

Doesn't stop them sending me the wrong item every 2 in 7 orders though