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Spokes for a 29er wheel to be used on a rigid xc bike, any off hand recommendations?
DT Alpine III.
Does it make a significant difference?
No. To the extent that it makes any difference, the benefit of the Alpine III over skinny spokes (stiff, meaty where spokes actually break) is much more significant than the cost (slightly heavier). If 32 D-Lights are stiff enough, use 28 Alpine III instead and get the same stiffness and weight plus a small aero benefit from having fewer spokes.
gbj_tester
Spokes for a 29er wheel to be used on a rigid xc bike, any off hand recommendations? Does it make a significant difference? Only built road wheels before so not really sure.