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Old 11-09-17 | 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by danmyersmn
Thank's everyone! The info is fantastic. I had only chosen the Apline IIIs because it was the best price I found. The DansComp is even better since it includes the nipples.
I would still argue for the Alpine III spokes. Most people have never built with them and don't understand the advantages of using them. They aren't significantly heavier but they are significantly stronger. They are perhaps overkill for the front but at the price Rose sells them for, why not go for strength? And, at roughly $0.50 each, it's not like they are going to lighten your wallet too much anyway.

This article sums up nicely why you should use them. I build all my wheels...from loaded touring bike to lightweight racing bike to dual suspension mountain bikes...with them and have for about 20 years now. There's no downsides and a very good upside to using them.
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