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. The intent was build a calculator with a simple interface suitable for rendering on mobile devices.

07 Feb 2013

Wheelbuilding bibliography

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These are the books I own about wheels and wheelbuilding. If you know of others, let me know.

For beginners

Brandt may be too scientific for introductory purposes. If you’re new to wheelbuilding, I recommend Musson as a first resource — inexpensive, approachable and remarkably complete. I built my first wheels using written guides so I think it’s practical and realistic.

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  • Ric Hjertberg from Wheel Fanatyk visited the shop earlier this month and wrote a blog about my spoke cutting setup. https://t.co/K8pma5AmtS
  • VanIsle cycling protip: when a deer crosses your path, look in the opposite direction for another deer about to run into you. #yyjbike
  • Updates to software for wheelbuilders published today and a reminder that bug reports and feature request are welco… https://t.co/r4zlEkwSbx

RECENT INSTAGRAMS →

  • A nice DT•WTB job built with Sapim Force going out today. #handbuiltwheels #bicycle #wheelbuilding #sapim #sapimforce #dtswiss #dtswiss350 #wtb #wheelfanatyk #parktool
  • This polished-on-polished wheelset going out the door today. The rider specifically requested 2x front / 3x rear lacing, which was just fine with me. The rims were a pleasure to build. #handbuiltwheels #bicycle #wheelbuilding #araya #arayasa730 #sapim #sapimforce #chrisking #chriskingwhyonly120kgf #parktool #wheelfanatyk #workbench
  • A challenger appears. When you see these tools do you think knuckles saved? Money made? Toxic masculinity? These tools are made for mounting tight tires (manly!) and are safer than plain levers. I’ve been using the Kool-stop tool on the right for about five years. The Challenge tool, left, is new and looks to be a little more sophisticated. #handbuiltwheels #bicycle #wheelbuilding #koolstop #challengetires
  • Which of these identical 24h hubs will give the best #valveholevision? Manufacturers don’t register logo position with the flange drilling so the best result may be a few degrees from perfect. #handbuiltwheels #bicycle #wheelbuilding #hopetech
  • On deck Paul high flange track hubs 24F/28R with Sapim Lasers and alloy nips. 🔥 . . . . #handbuiltwheels #bicycle #wheelbuilding #paulcomponent #sapim #sapimlaser
  • Spoke rulers: I have a few. They’re mostly the same but some stand out. You’ll have to see my blog for words. Better than words I have an extra Pi ruler (second from the left) to give away, shipping included! To enter leave a comment including the 🇨🇦 emoji. Small print: giveaway open to followers with a Canadian shipping address — sorry international shipping outstrips the value of the ruler. I’ll randomly select the winner Friday afternoon. . . . . #handbuiltwheels #bicycle #wheelbuilding #sapim #pispokes #philwood #cyclus #parktool #var #dtswiss #unior #filzer