wheel build but parts hard to get
10-19-20, 10:53 AM
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wheel build but parts hard to get
I am in the mood to build myself a set of wheels but seems getting the stuff in covid is not easy. I want to use H and Son Archetype Rims and Shimano Hubs. I just like the basic Shimano Hubs but I see they now only make the 105. That means 32 hole rims and 64 spokes probably add 1 spare each. No place I can find to really get the stuff certainly all at once. Most wheelbulding site want to build the wheel and I think they are backed up so not will to sell the materials to build one. I think spokes are even hard to buy. Just need your basic DB spokes and brass nipples. The nipples are easy to get but spokes? I wonder what individual wheelbuilders are doing or going.
While I am at it any thoughts on a DT swiss 460 vs the H and Son rims? I have a set of H and Sons now and they roll smooth. Not the fanciest or lightest wheels but solid and dependable.
While I am at it any thoughts on a DT swiss 460 vs the H and Son rims? I have a set of H and Sons now and they roll smooth. Not the fanciest or lightest wheels but solid and dependable.
10-19-20, 11:05 AM
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I have recently bought spokes from https://www.bikehubstore.com/ (Sapim Strong and Force) for a wheel rebuild. You can get different thickness for DS and NDS. For nipples I got Pillar DSN (double square) on ebay.
I am a home mechanic and I build for myself. Maybe professional wheelbuilders have other supply channels. I suspect the LBS' are busy with repairs etc. now, but maybe they can get parts for you.
I am a home mechanic and I build for myself. Maybe professional wheelbuilders have other supply channels. I suspect the LBS' are busy with repairs etc. now, but maybe they can get parts for you.
10-19-20, 02:59 PM
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I feel your pain. I ordered a pair of rims for wheels I want to build up on Oct 1st. Still not here.............. I think everyone is doing what we are doing 
10-19-20, 03:49 PM
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Sunny Spokes sells a broad variety of spokes including my fave Sapim Race Stainless DB. Good prices, quick service.
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