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Old 08-19-09, 03:58 AM
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I agree with dabac.

A tension spoked bicycle wheel has 4 components: hub, spokes, rim and build quality. The typical 32 spoke 3 cross wheel, when well constructed, is so reliable that manufacturers are generally looking for ways to make it lighter rather than to make it stronger.
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