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(Basically, truing, is adjusting the nipples in the rim of the wheel, tightening or loosening the spokes that create tension on the rim. If a spoke or nipple have become loose or overly tight in someway, it can create dips in the rim itself, or a latteral )
 
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Basically, truing, is adjusting the nipples in the rim of the wheel, tightening or loosening the spokes that create tension on the rim. If a spoke or nipple have become loose or overly tight in someway, it can create dips in the rim itself, or a latteral "wiggle" to the rim itself, visible while riding.
Basically, truing, is adjusting the nipples in the rim of the wheel, tightening or loosening the spokes that create tension on the rim. If a spoke or nipple have become loose or overly tight in someway, it can create dips in the rim itself, or a latteral "wiggle" to the rim itself, visible while riding. Using a truing stand, you can adjust the stands "probes" so they are are close the rim, while spinning the wheel, if it touches one of these probes, you can hear it, and the wheel will slow down if spun slowly.

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Basically, truing, is adjusting the nipples in the rim of the wheel, tightening or loosening the spokes that create tension on the rim. If a spoke or nipple have become loose or overly tight in someway, it can create dips in the rim itself, or a latteral "wiggle" to the rim itself, visible while riding. Using a truing stand, you can adjust the stands "probes" so they are are close the rim, while spinning the wheel, if it touches one of these probes, you can hear it, and the wheel will slow down if spun slowly.

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