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Old 09-21-09 | 10:12 PM
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zephyr
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From: Halle, Germany

Bikes: Surly Troll

Since we are talking here about spoke lengths, what is your favorite spoke calculator? I've used the United Bicycle Institute web calculator, and usually round down to the nearest mm. If I am careful and get accurate measurements for all of the required input info, it works good and is a simple one to use. Once I find a hub and rim combination I like, I stick with it. I also use a sharpie and write the spoke length(s) and date of wheel build on the rim tape.

Anyone noticed that it's not that easy find a place to buy spokes these days? Most LBS in my area (several dozen LBS) carry shamefully few spokes. And then they sell them for at least $1 per spoke. Most times I give up and buy from Cambria Bike website. Any other good places for good spoke selection at a good price?
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