Originally Posted by hypersnazz
1. If you're only 135lbs, you have no business whatsoever on 48h wheels.
2. Butted spokes cost about twice as much, but they are both lighter AND build a stronger wheel. See Bontrager's triangle: light, strong, affordable. Pick any two.
3. I wouldn't run aluminum nipples, the weight savings are minimal and the decrease in longevity isn't worth it, especially on a BMX wheel that'll see plenty of abuse.
hey....thanks much, you confirmed much of what i thought!
