Originally Posted by AfterThisNap
I personally would run 14g straight DT or Wheelsmith spokes 3x. I understand the rationale for having DB spokes for more elasticity, but at 200+ lbs it's hard sharp-edged impacts that are the biggest threat to your rims. Downhill and Freeride mountainbike wheels use straight gauge spokes for a reason.
The Deep V is a good choice, as is the CXP33 (I ride them), but you may want to consider medium profile rims like the mavic CXP22 or the Velocity Dyad; though materials have become more advanced over the years, very deep profile rims are still prone to cracking if the rider is very aggressive or heavy.
I work at a shop in a city with some of the crappiest roads in the country, and I see (and fix) many...many FUBARed wheels a day. Wheels beneath clydesdale riders have it the worst. The bottom line is that a 36h 14g/formula/deep V is well above the minimum in terms of strength for someone of your height and weight. Plus, it should be relatively cheap.
that's some good info, thanks. so i guess bottom line for a medium sized guy like me is: get what you want, you're not gonna break it. the only things i would really have to consider are price and weight. if that's correct, i'm thinkin' either CXP with DB Wheelsmiths would give me a pretty comfy and durable ride.
Originally Posted by AfterThisNap
If you do go with DB spokes, choose wheelsmith. Though I think they are an equivalent spoke in terms of performance to DT, the butting is more pronounced and they hold their shine a lot better for some reason. Personal preference
just what i was looking for, thanks
