|   First homebuilt wheel: which rims fit well with Hügi 240 D? | Arun
Nov 30, 2002 7:18 AM | | I would like to build my first self-built wheel set, based on DT Hügi 240 Hubs. I am not 100% sure which rim would ideally fit to them?
I am 50kgs, and ride rather roughtly with a hardtail.
I was looking at either, Rigida/Mavic/Bontrager disc rims. Anybody got any suggestions?
cheers
Arun |
| mavic but.... | Chase
Nov 30, 2002 10:44 AM | | thouse are some spendy hubs to use for your first wheel building atempts. I'd start building cheep wheels first. As far as disc rims go you could go with X317's or tubeless 3.1's however I doubt you have the skill to build them. as for spokes DT supercomps are the best (light strong) but are butted so they are harder to build than strait gague. Unless you want to practice building other wheels and read a book on wheel building I would have someone else build them. good luck though. |
| I can't.............. | Mike T.
Nov 30, 2002 11:38 AM | | .....agree with much that Chase has to say. I've helped dozens of people build their first wheels and with some basic stuff you'll be fine. You didn't ask but try Sheldon Brown's Wheelbuilding Page and my own Wheelbuilding Tips.
Any rims will be fine. Pick your rim with bodyweight and use in mind. At 50kg you're quite light so I think a rim in the 400 - 450g range will be fine. I'm 84kg and I use Bontrager Mustang ASYM with great results.
Sure straight gauge spokes are a bit easier to work with (not that much) but someone your weight should use a nice Sapim, DT Comp or Wheelsmith spoke in 2.0/1.8/2.0 gauge. |
| Tips for a First time beginners wheel combo? | Arun
Dec 2, 2002 2:26 AM | | Ok, so perhaps I should practive on a cheap combo to start off with!
Anybody got any good suggestions for which Disc rim & hub combo, which is cheap & still useable. XT hubs perhaps? or some no-name brand? I guess for the first wheel set, a simple build would be ideal. Even if it isn't too strong I could probably solder the spokes, to give added strength?
much appreciated any feedback
a thankful aspiring newbie wheelbuilder ;-) |
| Nah... | NCN
Dec 2, 2002 5:10 AM | | Build what you want. The first responder (Chase) doesn't know what he's talking about. It's no harder to build a wheel with expensive parts than it is to build a cheapo. If you're at all mechanically inclined you'll be fine, and you'll have fun at it. Just go slow and don't try to skip any of the steps, especially the stress relieving. Also make sure you get enough tension, and that it's balanced (do it by ear per Mike T's instructions). You can build a wheel that's just as good as a pro would build (maybe better) as long as you take your time.
I do disagree with Mike on the truing stand thing -- you can do the job without a stand, but a stand sure makes it easier.
Good luck!
NCN |
| You................ | Mike T.
Dec 2, 2002 6:47 AM | | ....missed the point on the truing stand thing. I don't think my FAQ says that a stand is less good or less easier. The point it makes (and I'll check the wording and change if necessary) is that it is not necessary to have a stand.
My mission with my w/b FAQ is to introduce as many people as possible to the simple and enjoyable art. If a stand WAS a necessity then far less people would give it a try.
I'm total proof that a stand is not necessary as this coming year will mark my 41st as a home wheelbuilder and I've yet to even try a commercially purchased stand. |
| Been a while since I've read it. | NCN
Dec 2, 2002 9:57 AM | | I haven't actually read your FAQ in a while; I stand corrected on the point you were making. Having built one wheel using the frame and a number with a truing stand, my feeling is that a stand was a sensible investment, for me anyway. It makes the process more fun.
I do agree that more people should build wheels, and they shouldn't let the lack of a stand deter them.
NCN |
| It is <i>easier</i> to build a wheel w/ good rims | shiggy
Dec 2, 2002 8:58 AM | | And there is not much you can do that would damage the hubs. Just follow eMTea's tips and you will be fine. If you know a good wheelbuilder you can have them look over your work before you ride it if you are worried. |
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