Tool chat: What tool to grip ovalised spokes on Shimano RS11 wheels?

IanEdward · 2014-12-01T13:56:36+00:00

So I wanted to add a little tension to my RS11s to try and stop them flexing into the brakes. I already have a key which will grip the spoke nipple, however there was lots of very obvious twist in the spoke. Unfortunately I have now probably ended up with uneven tension across the wheel as some spokes twisted more than others. Has anyone any experience with the various bladed spoke tools and suggest one which might work? I haven't seen one which specifically states for ovalised spokes. Thanks

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December 1, 2014 at 1:56 pm #22806

IanEdward

So I wanted to add a little tension to my RS11s to try and stop them flexing into the brakes. I already have a key which will grip the spoke nipple, however there was lots of very obvious twist in the spoke. Unfortunately I have now probably ended up with uneven tension across the wheel as some spokes twisted more than others.

Has anyone any experience with the various bladed spoke tools and suggest one which might work? I haven’t seen one which specifically states for ovalised spokes.

Thanks
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December 7, 2014 at 8:35 pm #822203
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IanEdward

Thanks guys, dug out my
Thanks guys, dug out my smallest adjustable, did the job nicely.

December 1, 2014 at 4:47 pm #822201
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racyrich

Hacksaw a slot in any handy
Hacksaw a slot in any handy piece of metal and use that. Preferably something aluminium.

December 1, 2014 at 2:02 pm #822199
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Anonymous

Try an adjustable spanner.
Try an adjustable spanner.
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