stainless spokes

[fossilrider]

Hey guys,I'm now looking for stainless spokes for a set of aluminum wheels I picked up.It looks like Buchanan's price is in the $100/wheel neighborhood (and I know their quality is good) and Mike's is about $75/wheel,(both + shipping).Not to badmouth anybody,but is there enough difference in quality to justify the extra $50? Has anyone here had less-than-satisfactory experiences with either of these,or are there other sources that I should consider? Thanks,Steve

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[mick71b]

Buchanans' have an excellent reputation. You get what you pay for.

 

[jd750ace]

Buchanan's spokes are used in racing for a reason. You may never know the difference, but, What Mick said ^^^

 

[650Skull]

A caution with stainless spokes. Stainless doesn't flex like steel spokes and if overtightened will get brittle and snap. If doing them yourself get the right info.

I would be cautious of a negative response as well, what is the experience of the person that did the wheel

 

[fossilrider]

Thanks guys,as I figured different opinions from different folks.I know from dealing with OSSAs,which came from the factory with stainless spokes,that stainless isn't magic and will break,as will steel.The lasting beauty is a very strong attribute as well as the low upkeep.As for overtorqueing,A very good friend,who owned a bicycle shop locally for decades and is an avid motorcyclist,builds wheels for a collector of vintage motorcycles here.He tells me that the recommended torque values from Buchanans is actually hard to get to.He has done most of the wheel work on bikes I have restored and I have used both Mike's and Buchanan's with no problems with either.Just wanted to pick the brains of those here before I make my next purchase.Thanks for the input.Steve

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[5twins]

I've done many wheels. I've used both cad and stainless spokes from all over except Buchanan's. I've never had any problems. I would only buy from Buchanan's if it was absolutely the only option available. I recently got stainless spokes for my old BMWs. These were the Clover brand, original O.E.M. supplier to BMW. I ordered them all the way from Germany AND they were still cheaper than Buchanan's. In this particular instance, paying the most did not equate to getting the best.

 

[650Skull]

Thanks guys,as I figured different opinions from different folks.I know from dealing with OSSAs,which came from the factory with stainless spokes,that stainless isn't magic and will break,as will steel.The lasting beauty is a very strong attribute as well as the low upkeep.As for overtorqueing,A very good friend,who owned a bicycle shop locally for decades and is an avid motorcyclist,builds wheels for a collector of vintage motorcycles here.He tells me that the recommended torque values from Buchanans is actually hard to get to.He has done most of the wheel work on bikes I have restored and I have used both Mike's and Buchanan's with no problems with either.Just wanted to pick the brains of those here before I make my next purchase.Thanks for the input.Steve

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You have the experience and any info you gleamed was worthless.

Maybe a write up on your experience and knowledge may have been more helpful

 

[fossilrider]

Thanks 5twins.Yes I realize Buchanan's is pricey,and it's a toss-up as to whether they are worth the extra bucks especially for just a daily rider and not something that will be ridden hard/raced.The friend I mentioned earlier has a deal with Buchanan's and got the spokes for me,when he built my wheels,at close to Mike's price so I could go either way.As I said,just asking for input to consider.650skull,not sure what you meant in your reply.Hope I didn't offend anyone.Yes,I have restored a few bikes and built a nice (to me) bobber from a XS650 within the last few years but still have a lot to learn.I just like to ask for input,weigh it and then decide whether I will use it or not.Whether I use it or not,I still appreciate it.Regards,Steve

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