[CR]Re: Vintage Track/Road wheels

(Example: History)

From: <Huemax@aol.com>
Date: Tue, 27 May 2003 23:13:29 EDT
To: OROBOYZ@aol.com, otis@otisrecords.com, classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Subject: [CR]Re: Vintage Track/Road wheels

Hi, all C-R member,

I have been building wheels with;

1) 4X cross 2) large (high)flange hub 3) 15-16G D/B spokes 4) 27-1/4" alloy rims or 700C

BUT, I remeber there was debate in late 60 to early 70's, that small (low) flange is lighter faster, and for a long ride, it is more confortable. I noticed that Campy does not make (or did they?) small(low: flange PISTA (track) hub set. The wheel made with large (high) flange hub and 4X lacing is stronger and less flexible.

I encountered wheel built late 70 to early 80's, which are generally built small flange, 3X crossing, and ugey "fat" 14G stright spokes, I wonder why???

So, what is the ideal vintage wheel for road, and also for track??? I would like to hear from vintage expert.

Thanks in adviance!

KEN TODA, High Point, NC, cool spring day!