How do you buy spokes?
In general terms, the more spokes a wheel has, the more the load is spread and the stronger the wheel should be. Conversely, less spokes means a lighter wheel, so a wheelbuilder must strike a balance between desired strength and light weight.
Where are sapim spokes made?
We use different grade of steel, different diameters, heads, surfaces and, of course, length. Producing with care and on highest quality standards we offer the widest range in the market. All our spokes are produced in Sapim facility located in Europe and in Asia.
How do you identify a sapim spoke?
Considered both a vintage and contemporary spoke. 5420 Airport Blvd. Overlayed upper-case “A” and “C”. “A” is diagonally up to the left.
Are titanium spokes worth it?
While titanium spokes are very light you could save additional weight, and money, by looking at DT Swiss’s Competition Race double butted spokes. I spent many years racing with double butted spokes for one key reason. To protect the wheel set. With titanium spokes you don’t quite have the same give.
Do aero spokes make a difference?
A study in a wind tunnel comparing Sapim Laser (round) spokes and Sapim CX-rays (aero) conducted by November Bicycles concluded that aero spokes give а 1 Watt advantage over regular ones. Some people find aero spokes nicer looking than regular ones and switch simply for the change in appearance.
How do you measure spoke length?
Spoke length is measured from the inside of the elbow, as shown in the image below, to the threaded end. When measuring a spoke using a tape measure, a second spoke may be used to hold the elbow of the spoke and the tape measure’s tab, as shown.
How do I know what size spokes I need?
The measurements and information you need to determine spoke length are:
- The number of spoke holes in the hub and rim.
- The effective rim diameter, called the “ERD”
- Hub flange diameter at the spoke holes, also known as the Spoke Pitch Diameter.
- Left and right hub flange spacing relative to the hub center.
Can I ride my bike with 1 Broken spoke?
Generally, it is not dangerous to ride with a broken or missing spoke. It is pretty safe if only one spoke is broken. This could lead to more spokes breaking, the wheel bucking and more expensive repairs. And if your wheels are lights, they may fall off if many spokes break.
What makes a sapim Super spoke so special?
The Sapim Superspoke was developed after a proposal by tune for extra light wheels. A new grade of stainless steel enables Sapim to reduce the diameter of the spoke, whilst increasing its strength and fatigue resistance. Effectively, the CX-Ray spoke decreases in weight by 17% (231 g vs. 278 g for 64 pcs.
How does the CX Ray spoke affect sapim?
Effectively, the CX-Ray spoke decreases in weight by 17% (231 g vs. 278 g for 64 pcs. at 260 mm length) and increases in strength by 120N in the middle section. A new grade of stainless steel enables Sapim to reduce the diameter of the spoke, whilst increasing its strength and fatigue resistance.
Which is the lightest steel spoke ever made?
Sapim Super Spoke. The lightest steel spoke ever made. The Sapim Superspoke was developed after a proposal by tune for extra light wheels. (contrary to the picture the spokes have bent heads) A new grade of stainless steel enables Sapim to reduce the diameter of the spoke, whilst increasing its strength and fatigue resistance.
Which is the most durable DT Swiss spoke?
This is one of the most versatile spokes in the DT Swiss spoke range. DT competition® gets its special strength from cold forging. This makes it not only extremely durable but thanks to the thinner middle section, it is 48 g lighter than a spoke with a constant diameter of 1.8 mm.