Bladed spokes
02-06-05 | 05:02 PM
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Bladed spokes
I noticed DT makes some bladed spokes......How do these compare with 2.0/1.5/2.0 spokes for elasticity.
Would they be a good choice for a 36 spoke spoke wheel. I know they are heavier.
Also since they are direction I guess all adjustments have to be made in 1/2 turn increments...is that a problem when tensioning. I'm a newbie at this.
Would they be a good choice for a 36 spoke spoke wheel. I know they are heavier.
Also since they are direction I guess all adjustments have to be made in 1/2 turn increments...is that a problem when tensioning. I'm a newbie at this.
02-06-05 | 05:13 PM
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The round spokes have more "spring" The aero spokes are also about four times as much as the conventional spokes.
You would still true them like a regular spoke. You really need to hold the spokes to keep them from turning, aero spokes will really twist up. I use a hardwood dowel slotted to hold the spoke works good and it is cheap. There are also some third hand tools modified to grip spokes on the market as well.
You would still true them like a regular spoke. You really need to hold the spokes to keep them from turning, aero spokes will really twist up. I use a hardwood dowel slotted to hold the spoke works good and it is cheap. There are also some third hand tools modified to grip spokes on the market as well.
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02-06-05 | 06:18 PM
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I dont believe they offer many advantages, gerd schraner discusses them in his book
