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Pulling and Pushing Spokes

Bill Mould 16,760 5 years ago
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Explains the difference between so-called "pushing" and "pulling" spokes in a bicycle wheel. Wheel builders use these terms to distinguish between orientations of spokes in a bicycle wheel, but all spokes are really pulling spokes that are under tension. This short video is easy to understand and also shows how torque is transmitted through the drivetrain from the pedals to the wheels.

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