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brron

05-09-09 04:22 PM

spoke gauge help

Hey guys,

I'm trying to get a set of wheels built. They are mavic's cxp33 and i have the option to get DT Comp 2.0/1.8 or 1.8/1.6 for the same price. I'm guessing this is the size of the gauge right? What's the pro/con of the different sizes? If it matters, I'm 210 lbs.

wmodavis

05-09-09 06:27 PM

You are correct It refers to the guage on a double butted spoke. 2.0mm at both ends where the brute strength of larger diameter is important to reduce fatigue factor, and 1.8mm center for 'better springing characteristics.... (which) relieve the spoke elbow and thread ..., when under excessive load..." (Schraner p 18). I recommend that you read 'The Art of Wheelbuilding' by Gerd Schraner especially Part 2 on Wheel Components. Very helpful source of info.

Soil_Sampler

05-09-09 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brron (Post 8887395)

i'm 210 lbs.

2.0/1.8

riderx

05-10-09 05:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wmodavis (Post 8887957)

I recommend that you read 'The Art of Wheelbuilding' by Gerd Schraner

I'll second that. Great, no BS book to learn about wheelbuilding.

aidy	05-10-09 07:25 AM

since you're not racing, get the stronger spokes

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