best LBS to buy spokes for wheelbuilding - The Chainlink2024-03-29T09:16:30Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A648706&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noSpocalc is great but don't tr…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-23:2211490:Comment:6492522013-02-23T03:20:17.613ZFar'arned Retrogrumpalunkus #63https://thechainlink.org/profile/JamesBlackHeron
<p>Spocalc is great but don't trust their database. There are a ton of mistakes and some outdated entries. Always measure hubs and double-check rims unless you have a data sheet you can trust. <br></br> <br></br> <cite>mike w. said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding#2211490Comment648755"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>There are several spoke length calculators available online. St Sheldon's site lists a couple of…</p>
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<p>Spocalc is great but don't trust their database. There are a ton of mistakes and some outdated entries. Always measure hubs and double-check rims unless you have a data sheet you can trust. <br/> <br/> <cite>mike w. said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding#2211490Comment648755"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>There are several spoke length calculators available online. St Sheldon's site lists a couple of links. i downloaded Spocalc which has an extensive database of hubs and rims (plus you can add other hubs and rims to the database.) It's proved pretty accurate in my experience. Plus it was a freebie.</p>
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</blockquote> And if the shop measures inco…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6493272013-02-22T23:46:04.950Zdjmhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/djm
<p>And if the shop measures incorrectly, its their problem, not yours. It has happened to me.<br></br> <br></br> <cite>prof.gfr said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A648776&page=1#2211490Comment648902"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Another quick question (hopefully): is it preferred to bring the actual hubs and rims into the shop, especially if the hub is…</p>
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<p>And if the shop measures incorrectly, its their problem, not yours. It has happened to me.<br/> <br/> <cite>prof.gfr said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding?id=2211490%3ATopic%3A648776&page=1#2211490Comment648902"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Another quick question (hopefully): is it preferred to bring the actual hubs and rims into the shop, especially if the hub is vintage? </p>
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</blockquote> I am going to experiment, I g…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6490702013-02-22T23:35:47.292ZJerry Leehttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JerryLee
<p>I am going to experiment, I got my cheapy Hozan spoke threader today, will tried cutting and threading my own spokes, will be time consuming, but if it works...great, else it was a $164 lesson. I need really short spokes, probably lacing them radially, as there will probably not be possible for crossing(16" 305 rim to a large hub). Might use washers to further strengthen the hub flange.</p>
<p>I am going to experiment, I got my cheapy Hozan spoke threader today, will tried cutting and threading my own spokes, will be time consuming, but if it works...great, else it was a $164 lesson. I need really short spokes, probably lacing them radially, as there will probably not be possible for crossing(16" 305 rim to a large hub). Might use washers to further strengthen the hub flange.</p> Thanks again everyone!tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6489362013-02-22T05:08:10.072Zprof.gfrhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/profgfr
Thanks again everyone!
Thanks again everyone! There are several spoke lengt…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6487552013-02-22T02:56:27.971Zmike w.https://thechainlink.org/profile/mikew
<p>There are several spoke length calculators available online. St Sheldon's site lists a couple of links. i downloaded Spocalc which has an extensive database of hubs and rims (plus you can add other hubs and rims to the database.) It's proved pretty accurate in my experience. Plus it was a freebie.</p>
<p>There are several spoke length calculators available online. St Sheldon's site lists a couple of links. i downloaded Spocalc which has an extensive database of hubs and rims (plus you can add other hubs and rims to the database.) It's proved pretty accurate in my experience. Plus it was a freebie.</p> Yes. Unless you can find the…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6487542013-02-22T02:13:42.261ZDoug Hayneshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/DougHaynes
<p>Yes. Unless you can find the specs somewhere on the hubs and rim you will need to have the measured by the shop. <br></br> <br></br> <cite><span class="GRcorrect">prof</span><span class="GRcorrect">.</span><span class="GRcorrect">gfr</span> said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding#2211490Comment648902"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Another quick question (hopefully): is it preferred to bring the actual hubs and…</p>
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<p>Yes. Unless you can find the specs somewhere on the hubs and rim you will need to have the measured by the shop. <br/> <br/> <cite><span class="GRcorrect">prof</span><span class="GRcorrect">.</span><span class="GRcorrect">gfr</span> said:</cite></p>
<blockquote cite="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/best-lbs-to-buy-spokes-for-wheelbuilding#2211490Comment648902"><div><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Another quick question (hopefully): is it preferred to bring the actual hubs and rims into the shop, especially if the hub is vintage? </p>
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</blockquote> You'll need to know what size…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6487452013-02-22T00:35:27.611ZJuan Primohttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JuanPrimo
<p>You'll need to know what size spokes you need. There are many combinations of rims and hubs. A repair shop can do the calculations based on the hub flange and the rim you are using.</p>
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<p>There are also spoke length calculators online that you can use to get your own length. I always have a problem with measuring it right and often I will come up with a spoke that is 2mm too long. Literally, last time I build a wheel, I did the measurements and subtracted the spoke length by 2mm…</p>
<p>You'll need to know what size spokes you need. There are many combinations of rims and hubs. A repair shop can do the calculations based on the hub flange and the rim you are using.</p>
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<p>There are also spoke length calculators online that you can use to get your own length. I always have a problem with measuring it right and often I will come up with a spoke that is 2mm too long. Literally, last time I build a wheel, I did the measurements and subtracted the spoke length by 2mm and got it right. Don't know what I'm doing wrong, but at least I'm consistent.</p> That's usually a good idea. Y…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-22:2211490:Comment:6488312013-02-22T00:35:15.546ZBailey Gene Newbreyhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/BaileyGeneNewbrey
<p>That's usually a good idea. You want to ensure that you get the exact spoke length you need and that the hub flanges are inspected. Build a wheel to a damaged hub and you'll have a lot of work without much longevity.</p>
<p>That's usually a good idea. You want to ensure that you get the exact spoke length you need and that the hub flanges are inspected. Build a wheel to a damaged hub and you'll have a lot of work without much longevity.</p> Another quick question (hopef…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-21:2211490:Comment:6489022013-02-21T20:25:46.851Zprof.gfrhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/profgfr
<p>Another quick question (hopefully): is it preferred to bring the actual hubs and rims into the shop, especially if the hub is vintage? </p>
<p>Another quick question (hopefully): is it preferred to bring the actual hubs and rims into the shop, especially if the hub is vintage? </p> Thanks folks! That is very he…tag:thechainlink.org,2013-02-21:2211490:Comment:6488152013-02-21T20:24:18.592Zprof.gfrhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/profgfr
<p>Thanks folks! That is very helpful, especially the distinction between factory spokes and cut spokes. </p>
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<p>Thanks folks! That is very helpful, especially the distinction between factory spokes and cut spokes. </p>
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<p>I love the chainlink. :-)</p>