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Wheel Building and Truing
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Wheel Building
Overview of wheel building, importance of proper wheel construction, and course objectives
Module #2
Wheel Anatomy
Parts of a wheel, including hubs, rims, spokes, nipples, and tire interfaces
Module #3
Wheel Building Tools and Equipment
Overview of necessary tools and equipment for wheel building, including lacing patterns and spoke wrenches
Module #4
Choosing the Right Hub and Rim
Selection criteria for hubs and rims, including material, size, and compatibility considerations
Module #5
Spoke Selection and Preparation
Choosing the right spokes for your wheel, including material, length, and threading options
Module #6
Building a Wheel:Initial Assembly
Lacing the wheel, including threading spokes and attaching nipples
Module #7
Tensioning the Wheel
Introduction to wheel tensioning, including concepts of radial and lateral tension
Module #8
Tensioning Patterns and Techniques
Different tensioning patterns and techniques, including star, cross-3, and cross-4
Module #9
Truing Fundamentals
Introduction to wheel truing, including concepts of radial and lateral truing
Module #10
Truing Tools and Equipment
Overview of necessary tools and equipment for wheel truing, including truing stands and dishing tools
Module #11
Radial Truing
Step-by-step guide to radial truing, including identifying and correcting radial deviations
Module #12
Lateral Truing
Step-by-step guide to lateral truing, including identifying and correcting lateral deviations
Module #13
Dishing and Centering
Importance of proper dishing and centering, and techniques for achieving it
Module #14
Advanced Truing Techniques
Advanced truing techniques, including using tension gauges and stress relief methods
Module #15
Wheel Building for Specific Applications
Wheel building considerations for specific types of riding, including road, mountain, and CX
Module #16
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Identifying and fixing common wheel building and truing issues, including broken spokes and loose nipples
Module #17
Wheel Maintenance and Repair
Regular maintenance and repair techniques, including cleaning, lubricating, and replacing components
Module #18
Wheel Building for Different Materials
Considerations for building wheels with different materials, including carbon, aluminum, and steel
Module #19
Wheel Building for Disc Brakes
Special considerations for building wheels for disc brake systems, including rotor interface and hub design
Module #20
Wheel Building for Quick Release and Thru-Axle
Special considerations for building wheels for quick release and thru-axle systems
Module #21
Wheel Building for Wide Tires and Fat Bikes
Special considerations for building wheels for wide tires and fat bikes, including rim width and spoke selection
Module #22
Wheel Building for Electric Bikes
Special considerations for building wheels for electric bikes, including motor and battery compatibility
Module #23
Wheel Building for Custom Applications
Designing and building custom wheels for unique applications, including recumbent and tandem bikes
Module #24
Wheel Building Best Practices
Industry best practices for wheel building, including tips and tricks from experienced wheel builders
Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Wheel Building and Truing career


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