Which Spoke Key Size

sjclark
sjclark Posts: 64
edited February 2008 in Workshop
I need to adjust the tension on my Mavic Aksium wheels. I know I need a spoke key. However, when I look at them, there appears to be a range of sizes.

Which do I need?

I know that some tools have multiple sizes but I would also like to know which one I shoudl actually have.

Thanks

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  • El Gordo
    El Gordo Posts: 394
    I'd either get the microcrometer out and measure them or mosey down to the LBS and buy the one that fits.
  • Papa Smurf
    Papa Smurf Posts: 776
    I have wheels which have spokes of 3 different sizes, so the best and most practical way I find of getting around this is to use one of these:
    Spoke%20Key%20Round.jpg
    Providing your wheels aren't set so tight that even a pair of grips couldn't loosen them, you should be fine with such a tool...
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