How To Lace Every Common Spoke Pattern : In-Depth Guide to Radial, 1X, 2X, 3X And 4X


Summary

The video delves into the intricate process of wheel building, covering various lacing patterns such as radial, one cross, two cross, three cross, and four cross. Detailed explanations are provided on fitting spokes to rims, adjusting slack, and ensuring proper alignment. The speaker gives insightful guidance on key aspects like hub logo alignment, threading spokes, and adding tension to complete the wheel building process.


Wheel Build Tutorial Introduction

The speaker introduces the topic of wheel building, mentioning a previous wheel build tutorial on the channel and expressing the need for new wheels.

Introduction to Wheel Components

Details about the components to be used including hubs, rims, spokes, and nipples for the wheel build process.

Lacing Patterns - Radial

Explanation of the radial lacing pattern, its pros and cons, suitable uses, and the impact on wheel stiffness.

Lacing Patterns - One Cross

Explanation of the one cross lacing pattern, its complexity, variations, and benefits in wheel building.

Lacing Patterns - Two Cross

Overview of the two cross lacing pattern, including the process, benefits, and considerations for road riding and cross country use.

Spoke Fitting and Lacing Process

Explanation of fitting spokes to the rim, adjusting slack, fitting key spokes, and lacing the wheel in a cross pattern.

Second Key Spoke and Lacing Continuation

Adding the second key spoke, lacing continuation, and following the same technique for the second key spoke as the first.

Three Cross Lacing Technique

Detailed guidance on the three cross lacing pattern, locating key spokes, and lacing the wheel in quarters.

Four Cross Lacing Pattern

Explanation of the four cross lacing pattern, ensuring hub logo alignment, and threading spokes accordingly.

Finalizing Wheel Lacing

Adding the last quarter of spokes, ensuring correct fitting, adjusting length if needed, and completing the wheel lacing process.

Final Checks and Completion

Checking hub twist, aligning the valve, finishing the lacing process, adding tension, and completing the wheel building process.

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