From: Wayne Davidson asked:
Hi all, a little question to the group, re rear pista hubs, which is more common, and which would build a stronger wheel, small flange or large flange? ++++++++++++++++++= Sir, this question is more likely to set of a theological schism among the honorable members than to settle things. It could get you kilt...
But that may be fun, too. As far as I can tell, flange height is the bike industry's equivalent of skirt length: pure fashion. The compliance of the tire must overwhelm flex in any other component of the wheel. So, you can worry, match what the fashion dictated in that decade, or be a funkmeister and grab what you find at the right price.*
harvey "my idols have clay feet, too" sachs mcLean Va
*I don't want to be reminded about Campy warranties, etc. I will grant, however, that radial spoking on flanges with small radial distances between spoke hole and flange edge, is a Bad Idea. Regardless of flange height.