Originally Posted by
WestCoastDan
Well, this just stinks. I've got about 1,000 miles on the new bike (CAAD9-6) now and I've broken 2 rear spokes.
LBS is addressing the issue w/ Shimano but in the meantime, they are probably going to just replace the single spoke again.
I am glad it happened today, as I am heading to Solvang @ the end of the week.
Get a competent wheel builder to de-tension the wheel, replace _ALL_ of the spokes in the failing group(s) (ex: drive side trailing spokes), correct spoke lines at hub and rim ends, stress relieve, and bring the wheel up to uniform and sufficient tension.
Full wheel builds run $50-$75 in labor; repairs should be less.
It'll be easier to fold up than a 32 spoke wheel and you'll be less likely to make it home with or without adjustments following a bent rim or broken spoke but it should work and stay true.