32h vs 36h...

[rosstheboss]

I know that 36h wheels are stronger but heavier, but are they much stronger and much heavier? Or a bit heavier and a lot stronger or vice versa?

 

[FluffyChicken]

36 over 32 For DT DB spokes, about +26g incl brass nipples heavier, then - the alu lost for the holes in the rim and hub

If you're worried about strength, get a stronger rim.

 

[kanerdog1x1]

If you're worried about strength, get a stronger rim.

+1

 

[rosstheboss]

I'm not too worried about strength, just wondered if the extra weight is worth it - there's a couple of sets of hubs I've seen on ebay that are both 36h you see...

 

[tintin40]

also depends on what style of rider you are. If you do bmx type jumps then i'd go for 36. But normal x country then 32 or even 28 is good.

 

[FairfaxPat]

Figure about 6-7 grams per spoke/nipple and add them up. I use 28 spoke wheels these days with no problems.

 

[MikeD]

36s are a bit easier to true. I wouldn't worry about the weight difference, if you use light spokes it won't amount to much.

 

[barry2017]

36h rims are favoured by tourists because they run better if you have a broken spoke.

Really, if you choose your wheels in a properly bespoke way, the most sensible solution is 32 front, 36 rear, as there's more than twice as much weight borne by the back wheel.

<boring>Old Raleighs were 32 front, 40 rear for this reason and because you could use one spoke length for each wheel.</boring>

 

[velomaniac]

36 are good if you are big and ride with zero finesse.......like me

I know 32 are good and strong its just those extra 4 spokes give me peace of mind

 

[Xesh]

36 hole rims are also good if you want an alternative spoke pattern, such as crows-foot. You can't do that with a hole count not divisible by 3.