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I am about to build 2 wheels. 36holes. R + F. I am using Ambrosio Nemesis Tubular rims, Campagnolo Record 8 speed 1995 rear hub and C record front hub(low flange). Spoke pattern will be 3 cross.
I have used a calculator and I got for the Rear Hub spoke lengths:
Spoke Length Left: 299 mm
Spoke Length Right: 297.3 mm
Spoke hole: 2.4mm
Front Hub:
Spoke Length: 300mm
Spoke hole:2.3mm
I haven't bought the Spokes yet and I'm wondering what would be the optimum spoke length to buy?
I am also wondering what would be the ideal spokes to get, I am 75kgs and will be about 65-70 when peaking so I don't think I'm gonna be breaking too many spokes but I don't want to make a bulletproof wheelset made of paper.
I was looking at spokes and there is different types, thicknesses and nipple widths & metals and I am clueless on theses small things. I was reading about a famous mechanic who only used brass nipples.
advice on nipples, best spoke length, spoke type would be V helpful. I will be using these wheels an all year road training/racing. thanks.