Blog: February, 2013

18 Feb 2013

Spoke length calculator online

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I developed my own spoke length calculator, online in the utilities section.  During validation I determined its output is identical to the popular DT Swiss calculator — to 0.1mm resolution.

Everyone is welcome to use my calculator and I welcome your feedback.  If nothing else I think the interface on my calculator is a little better.  At least it’s easy to find, doesn’t make you choose languages, acknowledge legal disclaimers and keep track of popup windows.

07 Feb 2013

Wheelbuilding bibliography

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I’m keen to get my hands on every wheelbuilding reference in print.  I’ve read:

If you know of others, please let me know.

I definitely love books and reference material but, of course, study is no substitute for experience. That’s not too controversial but, on the other hand, sometimes people believe experience is a substitute for study, which I think is dangerous in its own way.

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