Originally Posted by
harshbarj
I have had many wheels built over the last 10 years, and this is the first time I have ever seen spokes bend after the nipple. I'll look at the rim and see if the model number is there and see if if has right left holes. I'll also try and grab a photo as I have never see spokes bent like this, and it could be important for others to know what to look out for.
I have this same place building another wheel which should be done next week. Needless to say I'll be looking over it carefully. My bicycles are my cars and I can't be having this.
Number of spokes can be an issue.
If doing a 32H 3X, I wouldn't be surprised to see this problem with a "large diameter" hub. Maybe even 2X?? I just don't have any experience with IGH's to say.
1X in the middle probably also has another X just inside the hub flange which IS counted.
The brand/model of the rim might also help. If a common rim, maybe someone can take a pic of their nipples.
