Mavic Aksium 2011 spoke loose
Spoke loose in a rear Mavic Aksium, using the spoke tool its just turning and not tightening?
I've removed the rim tape but how do i tighten it up?
I've removed the rim tape but how do i tighten it up?
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FWIW, I've a pair of 2009 Aksium and one spoke keeps loosening on the rear wheel. Finally I took it to a trusted LBS who trued it and equally tightened the spokes....1000 miles later a spoke (not sure if it's the same one) worked loose. This is now my 1000 mile service.
Kona Jake the Snake
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Thanks for the reply mate, i noticed that post but couldn't understand what they meant?
When i turn the nipple from the wheel/spoke side with a tool, i can see the nipple turning inside the rim? And it doesn't look like the spoke turns within the nipple?
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I use a small piece of wood with a slot cut in it, you could use pliers or an adjustable spanner also
If I read you correct then it looks like a crossed thread on the spoke/nipple. it might be better to take it out and buy a new spoke and nipple. For just the sake of a few pounds (and a few hours working) it might save your whole wheel.
Kona Jake the Snake
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Problem is I can't remember whether they are magic aksiums 2010 or 2011????
They are black and have some writing on the side of the rim in red????? Anybody have any ideas????
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