[CR]Weight/# of Spokes

(Example: Framebuilders:Brian Baylis)

From: "Eric Elman" <tr4play@cox.net>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
References: <a05010406b9eb4e59f87e@[165.121.25.119]>
Subject: [CR]Weight/# of Spokes
Date: Sun, 3 Nov 2002 19:17:58 -0500

Are there any standard guidelines used to determine the best number and gauge of spokes based on a riders weight and ride style? If not, what are the typical factors used to determine spoke count and gauge? I weigh in at a light 180 and fluctuate all the way up to 195 on occasion. I tend to go for short (15-25 mile) but quick rides. I rarely will go more than 40 miles in one ride. I travel on roads that are fairly nice and smooth. I never ride with bags, panniers, etc.

Feedback greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance to all that respond,

Eric Elman
Somers, CT