February 16, 201115 yr There is absolutly no problem in using the correct modern stainless steel spokes from reputable suppliers on trials bikes. There... I've said it (again). Phone Central Wheels, Haan (motoxers) etc. and ask.
February 16, 201115 yr Ossas (including the motocross Phantom)and some Sherpas had stainless spokes from the factory. I've absolutely no technical knowledge to speak from as to whether stainless is suitable, but from experience, I have never had any problems at all using stainless spokes. My MAR had the wheels rebuilt by Central Wheel 20 years ago and in that time it has taken one hell of a battering over all sorts of terrain. I've never had to so much as tighten a spoke, let alone break one. All other wheels I've had rebuilt with stainless are problem free as well. The only spokes I've ever broken were galvanized as it happens, in s Sherpa rear wheel. If a bike has had a thorough cosmetic and mechanical rebuild, the appearance can be ruined by galvanized spokes which really bring the bike down and make the wheels look shabby. Only a personal view but one that crosses my mind if I was to buy a rebuilt bike.
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