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Thread: Wheel Poll
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07-29-2005, 02:49 PM #1
Wheel Poll
I just had my friend (who builds wheels) build me a new wheelset with mavic 321's and xt disc hubs. What kind do you have? Machine built, or hand built? I also prefer stainless steel "non-coated/painted" spokes over coated/painted spokes. They are much stronger. I broke my black spokes every once in awhile. Must be from the tempering process.
~Jason
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07-29-2005 02:49 PM # ADS
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08-01-2005, 05:21 PM #2
Wheels
One reason your spokes started poppin' is becauce machines tweek and stress those poor spokes in the building (but a wheel machins is AMAZING to watch work). Hand-Builts are stroked and loved-up in the lacing, and the spokes are the better for it.
A lot of bike guys build wheels, but wheel-building is an ART, and some bike guys just never develop the touch. There's a sense of flow and fluidity to lacing, and you'll know if it's there by watching the builder. Beware the wheel-builder who's stressed or rushing the lace. ESPECIALLY on disk-brake wheels.SCREW SEA OTTER!!!!!!! http://FuzzysBicycleworks.com
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08-01-2005, 06:50 PM #3
Re: Wheels
Originally Posted by Fuzzy TheBikeGuy
BTW, I have never see a machine that builds wheels, I can imagine it must be cool to watch.~Jason
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08-02-2005, 08:01 AM #4
Right-On.
If One of the shop owners is Mikey @ Canyon, tell 'im I said hi.
I once had a case of popping heads with some black D.T. 15g strait-guage spokes, but like you I get off the ground occasionally, and I weigh about 220. Never had it happen on 14g DTs or wheelsmiths.
Are you coming down on 20/August for the Arts Fest Ride? You'll be glad if you do.SCREW SEA OTTER!!!!!!! http://FuzzysBicycleworks.com
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08-02-2005, 08:12 AM #5
Canyon bicycles in San Diego? I can't say I have been there, but it does sound familar. I was talking about Bernies Bikes, and the Bike Smith.
Where is the Artsfest ride, SLC area? SLC is quite a hike for me. I just drove to Moab in May and it was 800 miles one way. Whew! Some friends and I were probably going to hit Bootleg Canyon, and/or St George in Oct. if all goes well.~Jason
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08-02-2005, 08:14 AM #6
Whoops, I just noticed your thread about the Arts Fest in Price. Disregard my silly question...
~Jason
Man who run behind car become exhausted...
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