Newbie wheelbuild 2-cross

Posted on Sat 6th, September 2008

• #1

arnold_gostron

Hello all,

I'm about to embark on my first wheelbuild, using a set of 32h goldtec hubs and velocity deep-V 700c rims. I've got Roger Musson's Wheel Building book from wheelpro.co.uk.

I'm just about to buy spokes and have to decide between a 3-cross and 2-cross lacing. I was thinking about 2-cross lacing just for a slightly cleaner look. Is this being impractical?

I am heavy (15 stone) and a reasonably powerful rider, so will be putting a fair bit of strain on the wheels. Is the 2-cross likely to be too weak?

I'd appreciate any advice.

As well as any tips for a first-time builder!

Cheers,

Arn.
• #2

_Zed_

have you read sheldon / your book? i have no idea sorry, don't know why i'm posting.

i'm roughly the same weight as you and i would personally stick with 3 cross just because i know it works well and is strong.
• #3

DFP

Yep, go for 3 cross on the back wheel, you probably already know this, but as the spokes are at more of an angle they can resist driving forces and transfer power better.

I do not think there is anything 'unclean' looking about it. On the contrary I think it looks great.

If you do decide to go for 2 cross, it will still 'work' , I have a 1970's 2 cross track wheel on one of my bikes. It doesnt seem to have ever needed retruing, but I had to tie the spokes to make it feel stiffer.

Go for 3 cross.

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