Originally Posted by
scoho
Project: lacing high flange hubs to 32-hole TB14 rims. I was thinking about butted spokes, maybe Sapim Laser; LBS recommended straight gauge, Sapim Leader.
Specifically, he recommended against using butted spokes due to the TB14's flexiness. However, I've also had a lot of problems at my local shops (just one example, from a different shop: their trying to give me a 113mm BB for a crankset spec'ed at 103mm), and I've found this forum to provide much better information.
So, what say you--Is there a safety issue with butted spokes? Is the ride going to feely noodley? Is it totally ok? Any specific recommendations aside from the spokes I already noted?
For reference, I'm 175lbs and most of my riding is on decent but far from pristine paths.
Yeah, the guy doesn't know what he's talking about and probably just doesn't have doubt;e-butted spokes on hand.
The 32h TB14s I built for my own bike are laced to Phil low flange hubs using Sapim Race spokes and they're the most comfortable wheels I've ever ridden on the crappy San Diego streets. I've also never had to true them and have been riding on them for a few years now.
Personally I wouldn't go with Lasers because the butted section is really thin and they will probably end up making those wheels too springy. A springy wheel will be stronger, hold its shape and stay true a little better but too springy will feel like you're fighting your bike. If Sapim is your jam, stick with Race spokes, which are 2.0/1.8/2.0mm.
Also: when you calculate your spoke lengths for a wheel built using TB14 rims, round up and add 2mm. You'll thank me.
