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Bicycle Spokes

By User:LPNalini @timeAndDate(1272229147) Okay, the good news is that there's not really a whole lot to know about wheel rim itself, first you'll have to figure out how many spokes you need. Most bikes have either 28, 32, or 36 spokes. BMX bikes may have more, and, the truth is, there's no industry standard, so you'd do well to get down by that wheel and start counting. Also, you'll need to know what length of spokes (half the diameter of your wheel rims) to get to shopping. Spokes are usually sold in sets: * 12 inch Spoke Sets * 14 inch Spoke Sets * 16 inch Spoke Sets * 18 inch Spoke Sets Spokes are susceptible to poor maintenance. And, for most cyclists, when was the last time you maintained your spokes anyway? Spokes are loaded onto a rim under tension, and that tension should, ideally, remain uniform across the rim for best performance. Over time, over potholes and uneven roads, the original factory state of your spokes will start to degrade. So, you might also consider shopping for spokes by material type. Certain materials will wear less quickly than others. * Stainless Steel Spokes ** Considered the industry standard for strength, durability, and cost. * Carbon Fiber Spokes ** Carbon fiber is lighter and stronger than stainless steel, a good choice for more serious cyclists. * Titanium Spokes ** Again, for more serious cyclists. Titanium spokes can be quite expensive. Spoke Lights ** Besides making cool patterns, a good set of spoke lights is an important safety feature for nighttime riding. * Spoke LED Patterns ** Cycle and cause seizures with intense flashing patterns simultaneously! * Spoke Beads ** I wonder if these rattle?

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