How do you get a perfectly round and centered wheel? That’s the art of spoke building, a skill that combines patience and method.
Did you know? Contrary to popular belief, wheel performance isn’t just about weight. The quality of the spoke lacing is actually one of the key factors in achieving a dynamic and durable wheel. Insufficient tension results in a “soft” wheel and, more importantly, a significant risk of spokes coming loose and breaking. Too much tension leads to rapid fatigue and premature breakage of spokes or spoke nipples.
At Rayons et Manivelles, spoke tensions are individually adjusted and checked to guarantee optimal and, above all, perfectly even tension across each spoke plate, generally higher on the cassette side at the rear and the disc side at the front. A methodical approach and the right tools allow us to balance these tensions to +/- 10% on each plate, a level of performance that industrial builds simply can’t achieve.
You also have the option of customizing your wheel build (rim, spokes, hubs) to suit your riding style and budget. I am available to advise you and answer your questions.
Park Tool Trueing Stand
DT Swiss Spoke Tensiometer
