Well, I am not doing it to save weight. I dont give a sh*t bout weight. Im coming from a 37lb haro. I am considering buying a used 36h wheelset with a nankai FC, because I have spent 2 months searching for a 3/8 wheelset, and this is my first find. Its the only thing keeping me from rolling...
You never need more than 36.48 is wayyy overkill.Most rims only come in 36h versions these days - goes to prove how strength really isnt sacrificed by losing those 12 spokes.Ive been running 36h front and rear for over a year now, no problems and you dont have to maintain and true the wheel anymore than a 48h.
now if you want to make it 33% stronger its your choice.
Quote from: sakis d on July 17, 2008, 01:39:12 PMnow if you want to make it 33% stronger its your choice.I realize that 48 spokes is 33% more than 36 spokes, but the rim, hub, tire and tube all contribute to strength. You'd have to measure the bending resistance of the parts individually to determine the actual difference of a 36 spoke to a 48 spoke. I'd venture to guess its less than 5%.