Originally Posted by cavit8
What's the attraction of going with the minimalist spoke #? A buddy of mine had some exorbitantly priced low spoke count wheels, hit one big pothole and whammo. Time for a new wheel. I've never understood the affinity for low spoke counts or radial lacing on street bikes.
Mostly looks, I'm afraid. The front wheel on my road bike is 20 spoke, and I think it looks sexy.
This wouldn't be a street setup, as I think I mentioned in my post. I'm considering building up a proper track bike to start going out to London somewhat regularly (especially in the Winter). I know Offhoff is talking of doing the same.
edit: I would be up for a beer ride, but not before Sunday.
/me hugs shiznaz.