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I'd prefer black spokes for cosmetic reasons but not sure the premium is worth it
It isn't :-)
Basically trying to decide between Sapim Laser/Race, DT Swiss Champion/Competition/Revolution -
DT Comp/Sapim Race are about the same. Champion are plain gauge and best avoided unless you have some really weird build in mind where you are absolutely sure that they are the best choice. Laser/Revolution are pretty pointless, if you're that much of a weight weenie then you'd start again and design better wheels around a smaller number of thicker spokes.
any others worth considering?
I like DT alpine III for general purpose wheelbuilding, but they are probably overkill if you're under 100kg. ACI, Pillar and CN all make decent spokes too. If you're really attached to black and want to save a few pence compared with DT or Sapim, Cyclebasket have black ACI for 40p each
Is there a big difference between any of them?
Not between the main reputable manufacturers.
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I want to rebuild my Powertap Pro+ hub with a DT Swiss R460. The wheel will be 32H 3-cross - what spokes should I use?
I'd prefer black spokes for cosmetic reasons but not sure the premium is worth it. Basically trying to decide between Sapim Laser/Race, DT Swiss Champion/Competition/Revolution - any others worth considering? Is there a big difference between any of them (weight difference looks to be ~50g for 2x the price)?