Wheelworks.co.nz, Handbuilt wheels by Tristan Thomas

Here is a quick-reference chart for Rolhoff Speed Hub 14 spoke length.

These calcs will work with disc or non-disc hubs – remember that all Rohloffs are 32 hole and to be laced 2x both sides.

If you’re using spokes available in 2mm increments then round up to the next size, ie: if the chart suggests 261mm then round up to 262mm.

I’ve found that DT Swiss nipples work the best for the high exit angle caused by the Rohloffs large flanges and I generally avoid DT Swiss rims as I’ve found the eyelets restrict the rotation of the spoke nipple.

Rohloffs seem a bit intimidating to build at first but once you’ve done a few they’re actually very easy – the symmetrical flanges and large distance between spoke holes makes them easy to lace and the flange spacing builds into a pretty stiff rear wheel.

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1. Spoke Tension Meter Calibration