The MADE Show was fantastic. So glad to see so many inspired builders of frames and wheels!
August 06, 2023
Rim
They chose a 559/26” diameter DT EX-471 with 32 holes. Plus: easy to source. Minus: slightly weaker than 36 hole, a familiar and reasonable tradeoff.
Cross Pattern
The choice of pattern is open. As a powered disk brake wheel, radial (X0) is least desirable. X1 raises flags as torque transfer is only as effective as the spoke-to-hub angle. As that angle approaches tangential, the hub drives the rim with diminishing spoke stress (stress = tension change with torque applied).
How to choose between cross 2 and 3?
About X2:
About X3:
About both:
Traditionally, the arguments for X3 win out. “Stiffer for torque” is appealing for most riders. However, a larger hub and smaller rim makes nipple angle greater than with old school wheels. Aren’t you curious to see the actual nipple angles before choosing?
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