How To Measure Spokes. Hints for advanced uses. If you are working with an empty rim it is easy to measure the outside diameter but if.
Youll need to know what type you want before you order. DT Swiss deals with the issue in a complicated way which is the reason their calculator asks for nipple length. Spokes and Nipples Stock.
Take that measurement and add it to the total length of both spokes.
If you need to you can remove the spoke from the wheel. When ordering butted or double butted spokes both gauges should be given. To find the length of spoke you require you can check your wheel manufacturers manual or alternatively use an online spoke calculator. The Length of the Spoke shown in the diagram below as L3 from the elbow of the spoke to the end of the spoke and including the threaded area.
