[{"id":332309790905,"handle":"butted","updated_at":"2026-06-05T07:16:50-04:00","published_at":"2026-01-03T15:43:48-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Butted","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eSapim butted spokes have two major benefits: less weight and more strength! The SCFT-system (Sapim Cold Forging Technology) ’stretch‘ the spoke while retaining the molecular structure of the material, thereby increasing the spoke strength at the middle by at least 48%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an added bonus, the thin middle section of the light Laser and Race spokes also provides better shock absorption. The Strong, with its extra material in the bend, fits more tightly into the hub hole making it ideally suited for tandems and other heavy duty applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2026-01-03T15:43:47-05:00","alt":null,"width":1400,"height":434,"src":"\/\/velonixcyclesupply.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/butted_spokes.jpg?v=1767473028"}},{"id":332309954745,"handle":"d-light","updated_at":"2026-05-16T07:24:18-04:00","published_at":"2026-01-03T15:46:40-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"D-Light","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eThe short 2mm section of the d-Light reduces weight especially on the threaded side. The 2mm section starts just at the beginning of the thread. Therefore, the rotating masses at the end of the spoke are especially reduced. This brings benefits to both the acceleration and braking qualities of the wheel. The use of 14G nipples offers a wide variety of combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe middle section is increased to 1,65mm, which makes the spoke much stiffer and brings less torsion during truing than a 1,5mm middle section. This results in an easier building process of the wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for top quality MTB wheels with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisc brake approval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: (64 pcs x 260 mm lg) 307 g\u003cbr\u003eQuality: Stainless\u003cbr\u003eStrength on middle section: 1370 N\/mm2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 135-310 mm\u003cbr\u003eDiamter: 2.0 - 1.65 - 2.0 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOptions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod (without bend) or different bend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf locking system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack (oxidised or chromed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-rotation part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-sides threading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMountain Bike\u003cbr\u003eBMX\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2026-01-03T15:46:39-05:00","alt":null,"width":1600,"height":2048,"src":"\/\/velonixcyclesupply.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/sapim-sapim-d-light-straight-pull-spoke.jpg?v=1767473199"}},{"id":330760421561,"handle":"frontpage","updated_at":"2026-06-05T07:16:50-04:00","published_at":"2025-12-01T15:06:42-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Home page","body_html":"","image":{"created_at":"2025-12-07T12:08:46-05:00","alt":null,"width":1400,"height":502,"src":"\/\/velonixcyclesupply.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/HOME-SAPIM-BLUR-11.jpg?v=1765127326"}},{"id":331035148473,"handle":"spokes","updated_at":"2026-06-05T07:16:50-04:00","published_at":"2025-12-07T12:05:23-05:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","published_scope":"global","title":"Spokes","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhat is a spoke? \u003cstrong\u003eYou can define it in different ways\u003c\/strong\u003e: a piece of steel, a wire, a spring or, what we like best, the connection between the hub and the rim. Being the link between the hub and the rim, the spoke has multiple functions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarry\u003c\/strong\u003e: spokes carry the weight of the bicycle as well as it load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsorb\u003c\/strong\u003e: spokes absorb the irregularities of the road and ensure the comfort of the rider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission\u003c\/strong\u003e: spokes transmit acceleration and braking effort of the rider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you see professional riders coming downhill at close to 90 km\/h on their bike, you realize the vital importance to get the best quality of spokes and nipples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe use different grade of steel, different diameters, heads, surfaces and, of course, length. Producing with care and on highest quality standards we offer the widest range in the market. All our spokes are produced in Sapim facility located in Europe and in Asia. In every production location we implemented an identical and strict quality control processes.\u003c\/p\u003e","image":{"created_at":"2025-12-07T12:07:42-05:00","alt":null,"width":1000,"height":377,"src":"\/\/velonixcyclesupply.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/Still_Image_12_SPOKE_CROP_0.jpg?v=1765127262"}}]
The short 2mm section of the d-Light reduces weight especially on the threaded side. The 2mm section starts just at the beginning of the thread. Therefore, the rotating masses at the end of the spoke are especially reduced. This brings benefits to both the acceleration and braking qualities of the wheel. The use of 14G nipples offers a wide variety of combinations.
The middle section is increased to 1,65mm, which makes the spoke much stiffer and brings less torsion during truing than a 1,5mm middle section. This results in an easier building process of the wheels.
Designed for top quality MTB wheels with:
Maximum strength
Minimum weight
Disc brake approval
Technical specs
Weight: (64 pcs x 260 mm lg) 307 g Quality: Stainless Strength on middle section: 1370 N/mm2
