A new grade of stainless steel enables Sapim to reduce the diameter of the spoke, whilst increasing its strength and fatigue resistance. Effectively, the CX-Super is 17% lighter than the CX-Ray and its strength is increased by 120N in the middle section versus that of the CX-Ray.
Despite the spoke hole problem, I guess the super cx ray is better and stiffer in description?
The stiffness of a spoke though is dependent on its cross sectional area. A very stiff rim would have to be used if super CX spokes are used. Given the expense of the spoke though I dont think they are worth it. Weight saving is not huge.
A new grade of stainless steel enables Sapim to reduce the diameter of the spoke, whilst increasing its strength and fatigue resistance. Effectively, the CX-Super is 17% lighter than the CX-Ray and its strength is increased by 120N in the middle section versus that of the CX-Ray.
Despite the spoke hole problem, I guess the super cx ray is better and stiffer in description?