So, when I had my DM5 (for two weeks), I didn't have a ride. I used the two cymbals as crashes, and since the snare was dual zone, I used it as a snare and ride.
it took a bit to get used to, but it worked. Then I noticed I beat thru the rubber rim. Is that common? Or was it just because I was using the rim as a ride and it took alot of repeative hits and wore out quickly?