need a straight pull 309mm spoke but may as well order a few ..anyone know where's cheapest with a good selection ?
thanks
Bill
J E James Cycles sell spokes singularly, but you are probably better off ringing them as the website is a rabbit hole, and the search on it sucks.
LBS? Mine sells normal DT comp's for 50p, dunno about straight pull though.
I would try a wheel-building specialist like JRA or Paul Hewitt Cycles as your problem is likely to find anyone who stocks straight-pull spokes in that size - last time I needed some, I bought them from Bike24 in Germany as most shops will only sell you a box.
I have a set of these.
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Joggling pliers are a useful tool to have around. You can cut a longer spoke down to size. The joggled bend works just as well as the J bend on your spokes. It also has the advantage of being easier to insert into the hub, eg no need to remove a cassette or disk if you're in a hurry.
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You'll usually find the lbs has orphan spokes from wheel builds, so it's always best to check there first.
Otherwise my first stop is SJS Cycles.
I have a set of these.
They are great - not for straight pull, though 😉