Old 03-17-16 | 02:49 PM
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Bikes: 97 Litespeed, 50-39-30x13-26 10 cogs, Campagnolo Ultrashift, retroreflective rims on SON28/PowerTap hubs

Originally Posted by deepakvrao
Just got some Novatec hubs, and getting the Velocity a23 rims. Suggestions for some decently priced light spokes?

Spoke count is 24/28.
DT 2.0/1.5mm Revolution. Lubricate the threads with grease or anti-seize to limit windup, and put a tape flag on the first spoke (front) or two (rear) following the valve hole to monitor windup as the build progresses so you can compensate.

The DTs have a smooth transition between thick and thin sections which looks better than the abrupt transition on Sapin/Wheelsmith spokes.

Most boutique wheels not made with proprietary parts now use 2.0/1.5mm spokes, although they've been flattened into a more aero shape which adds $2 a spoke in small quantities.

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