Subject: Re: Touring wheelsets Posted by: BikeDr on December 17, 1999 at 12:00:09: In Reply to: Re: Touring wheelsets posted by Tom Mancuso on December 14, 1999 at 10:25:05:

Message: You have about all the advice you need. The Kevlar replacement spokes are by Innovations and are call Fiber Fix. They fit any size wheel and you do not need to remove the FW/Cassette. Should cost you about $5.00 ea. Claim is that they are stronger than steel so should be fine for temp. on the go replacement. >>Can anybody recommend a good wheelset for touring. I've seen a lot sturdy cyclocross wheelsets. Can I use these type? >I'll defer to Robert's experience, which is much more extensive than mine, but I would add this. Adventure Cycling recommends using a 40 spoke, 4x rear wheel for loaded touring. I would check out their web page or call them. I think there is a shop in Missoula MT where this non-profit touring organization is based that can build the wheels for you. >I also agree that you should be prepared to remove the free wheel to replace a drive side spoke. I have a "Hypercracker" that is very small and uses the chainstay to push against. All the spokes I have broken have been on the dirve side. There is also a temporary kevlar cord spoke that can be install without removing the free wheel. I don't remember the brand but I ordered mine from a local shop. >Have Fun on the road.