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Originally Posted by Mark McM
As noted earlier, rim selection has a large effect on the number of spokes that should be used. The Kinlin XR31T is deep (31mm) and heavy (500 g) so it won't need as many spokes for a given rider size as shallower and lighter rims would. Lighter riders can easily get by with 16/20 spokes with this rim.
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Here's one for ya..DT411 and XR31T rims...
DT411-32/32
XR31T-20/24
Same Bitex hubs
Both using Sapim D-Light spokes..which wheelset weighs less?
DT411-1481g vs 1545g
The 'way' to a light wheelset is a light rim and adequate spokes for the rider..BUT, loses LOTZ of coffee shop points before your Sunday, 35 mile ride.