I have a 24" Felt rear wheel with 12 gauge spokes. I'm going with a multi-speed hub which requires shorter spokes. I would love to cut and roll my own spokes, but I don't have a spoke threader (roller?), and I don't want to break the bank. So my questions are:
1) How much do I need to spend on tools to cut and roll my current spokes? It probably won't be my last time doing this, so I'll factor that into the cost. (any links to adequate tools you've used would be appreciated)
2) How much should I expect to pay a bike shop to adjust my spokes to length?
3) Would new spokes be my most economical option? My concern here is a different finish on the spokes than the front spokes.
Thanks in advance!
1) How much do I need to spend on tools to cut and roll my current spokes? It probably won't be my last time doing this, so I'll factor that into the cost. (any links to adequate tools you've used would be appreciated)
2) How much should I expect to pay a bike shop to adjust my spokes to length?
3) Would new spokes be my most economical option? My concern here is a different finish on the spokes than the front spokes.
Thanks in advance!