I must admit that I don't think 4X is a good idea with 36H, it works fine with 40H or 48H hubs but the spoke angle becomes very low and rim stability is impaired with just 36H. Build 3X and it really does not matter too much whether you use low or high flange. The quality of the build is more important than than the difference between low and high flange. Regards Hilary Stone
Greg Thies wrote:
> A clarification: the hubs are 36 H and the plan is to build 4 cross.
> My main concern is which, if either, hub would be most durable with respect
> to spoke breakage considering my size. Intuitively, it would seem with a
> higher flange the shorter spoke length would be less prone to flexing and
> breaking. Both hubs were available in 1976, so either would seem
> appropriate for the period. Would appreciate additional thoughts.
> Greg