Originally Posted by
trunolimit
OK so I'm obviously to heavy for my wheels. I've damaged the mavic wheels I just paid to be trued.
I read that double butted spokes are strongest. And straight pulled spokes are better.
I disagree with this. Double butted spokes are lighter, but imo not stronger than single butted. You could also go with triple butted spokes if strength is what you are after. The brand of spoke matters too because you will get a better quality steel.
I wouldn't use straight pulled spokes for the reasons mentioned in this video:
http://youtu.be/Pz6Ablf8DDY
Basically they are a pain to true and work with.