So, basically one of the spokes dislocated from the wheel rim, and I have no idea how to fix it. Not sure how it happened, but currently it's not causing any riding issues on the daily basis.
Looks like you need new rim. Not urgently, since one spoke off is not exactly a big deal, but still.
Danube11424 on
a hard no!!!! A new wheel is cheaper than thousands of dollars medical treatment for a face plant
Caribou-nordique-710 on
I repaired a wheel like this years ago with brass washers which inside diametre was the exact size of the nipple then filed the outer to form an elipse so they could be inserted in the double walled rim. I still use this wheel all winter with no problem.
If the spoke hole is enlarged/deformed, you may need a new rim. If the spoke nipple sheared, you just need a new spoke and nipple (like 2$)
You can try a diy repair if the hole is enlarged by making a backer for the nipple (like a small washer or something) to keep the nipple from pulling through.
I personally would not ride on a rim missing a spoke because I had one cascade and collapse going around corner and had to push the bike to the closest train station 🙁
Gr0ggy1 on
Yes, but maybe not a better value than buying a wheel.
If you’ve got a really nice hub and/or a desire to learn how to build a wheel that changes the math.
Even going to a shop (in the US) the cost for the rim/spokes/nipples and labor will be more than a goodish quality new wheel.
From the picture that wheel looks well, well used. The nipples may be bonded to the spokes, so check that & watch some wheel building videos to get a feel for what all it involves before going rim shopping.
MadJazzz on
People here seem confident about lacing a new rim, but it’s a job that I personally wouldn’t have the patience for. I would check the price for a new wheel, and if it’s affordable, just transfer the tire and gears. It depends on how much you enjoy working on your bike, and how much you want to spend to save yourself some time (and possibly a nervous breakdown).
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Looks like you need new rim. Not urgently, since one spoke off is not exactly a big deal, but still.
a hard no!!!! A new wheel is cheaper than thousands of dollars medical treatment for a face plant
I repaired a wheel like this years ago with brass washers which inside diametre was the exact size of the nipple then filed the outer to form an elipse so they could be inserted in the double walled rim. I still use this wheel all winter with no problem.
Looked like this: [https://bdopcycling.com/product/pillar-washers-internal-nipples-carbon-rims/](https://bdopcycling.com/product/pillar-washers-internal-nipples-carbon-rims/)
If the spoke hole is enlarged/deformed, you may need a new rim. If the spoke nipple sheared, you just need a new spoke and nipple (like 2$)
You can try a diy repair if the hole is enlarged by making a backer for the nipple (like a small washer or something) to keep the nipple from pulling through.
I personally would not ride on a rim missing a spoke because I had one cascade and collapse going around corner and had to push the bike to the closest train station 🙁
Yes, but maybe not a better value than buying a wheel.
If you’ve got a really nice hub and/or a desire to learn how to build a wheel that changes the math.
Even going to a shop (in the US) the cost for the rim/spokes/nipples and labor will be more than a goodish quality new wheel.
From the picture that wheel looks well, well used. The nipples may be bonded to the spokes, so check that & watch some wheel building videos to get a feel for what all it involves before going rim shopping.
People here seem confident about lacing a new rim, but it’s a job that I personally wouldn’t have the patience for. I would check the price for a new wheel, and if it’s affordable, just transfer the tire and gears. It depends on how much you enjoy working on your bike, and how much you want to spend to save yourself some time (and possibly a nervous breakdown).