Originally Posted by 53-11_alltheway
Is there any advantage to using a 15 guage double butted spoke (1.8/1.5/1.8) vs a 14 guage double butted spoke (2.0/1.5/2.0)? The middle section (17 guage) is the same, but the threaded end and elbows are different?
The 14 guage with the 17 guage middle section to me would seem better only becasue it has a larger ends and therefore more threaded area to grip into the nipple.
Pick the gauge that matches the holes in your hub. The fit should be snug. Too small a gauge will wear a notch in the hub holes, possibly causing failure of the hub flange.