Replacing spokes

[Tel]

I want to replace all the spokes in my back wheel with stainless. I'm not entirely sure that the spokes in the wheel are the appropriate length due to some threads being exposed. How can I ensure that I am ordering the right length?

 

[jimboalee]

Take the wheel to your LBS. They will measure the spoke lengths and order you the spokes.

Changing a set of spokes in a wheel can be done three ways. The short method is let your LBS do it. The other short method is do it yourself by snipping all the old spokes and building the wheel to text book. The longer way is replace one spoke at a time, re-truing the wheel as you go.

The third method you can do with the wheel in the bike and does not require a dishing tool.
The only tools you need are combo pliers and a spoke key.

 

[Tel]

local bike shop was absolute crap, completely clueless. I'm gunna do it the long way.

Can anyone tell me how to measure the length of my existing spokes? i.e do you include the bend?

 

[spandex]

Yes you do include the bend. I could tell you how to do it but the best thing for you to do is read this and go from there.


Good luck