We have a major revision to our article on truing wheels, referring to some new tools and additional techniques. There are several new photos. Enjoy.
Tag: spokes
How bicycle spokes transmit torque between hub and rim
We have a new article which describes how the spokes transmit pedaling and braking torque between the hub and rim. The spokes do it by changes in tension — but how much does the tension change? The article explains the drawing below.
which tire fits which rim?
Major revision of the page on rim sizing to determine what tires will fit
Addition to wheelbuilding page
New information in the wheelbuilding page about removing the bend from spokes where they exit the hub flange…
