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Old 05-18-11 | 08:17 AM
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

You have butted spokes. They're thicker at both ends for added strength at the critical points where breakage occurs. You're best off replacing them with similar spokes which are readily available, though more costly.

Most better shops will be able to give you an almost exact replacement for your spokes, though the length of the thicker section varies from brand to brand. If not at the shop, you can buy them online.

Note, replace the nipples at the same time.
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