{"product_id":"dt-swiss-competition-silver-double-butted-spokes-278mm-box-of-100-2-1-8mm","title":"DT Swiss Competition Silver Double Butted Spokes 278mm Box of 100, 2\/1.8mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the pinnacle of spoke engineering with DT Swiss Competition silver spokes, designed for cyclists who demand reliability and performance. Crafted in Switzerland with over 350 years of expertise, these spokes offer exceptional strength and durability thanks to their unique ultrasonic peening process. This innovative cold forging technique not only shapes the spokes but also enhances the metal's strength, ensuring a superior strength-to-weight ratio unmatched by competitors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach spoke features a 14\/15 gauge double butted design, measuring 1.8 mm thick at the center to reduce weight without compromising durability, and thickening to 2 mm at the ends where strength is critical. Made exclusively from custom-blended Swedish X5 stainless steel, these spokes resist stretching and corrosion, providing long-lasting performance. The precision-rolled nipple threads preserve the material’s grain, minimizing failure points and guaranteeing a secure fit for your wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re a commuter, a mountain biker, or a World Cup downhill racer, DT Swiss Competition spokes deliver consistent, reliable performance that enhances every ride. Their meticulous Swiss craftsmanship and cutting-edge manufacturing processes make them the preferred choice for cyclists seeking the perfect balance of lightweight design and robust strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It’s Good For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProviding an excellent strength-to-weight ratio for high-performance cycling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsuring long-lasting durability with corrosion-resistant Swedish X5 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOffering reliable performance across a wide range of cycling disciplines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintaining spoke integrity with precision-rolled nipple threads to reduce failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDelivering Swiss-engineered quality with over 350 years of metalworking expertise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat It’s NOT Good For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse in non-standard wheel sizes not matching 278 mm length spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSituations requiring spokes thicker than 2 mm at the ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApplications where lightweight butted spokes are unsuitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRiding conditions that demand spokes made from materials other than stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these spokes compatible with all types of wheels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are designed for wheels that accommodate 278 mm length spokes and should be compatible with most standard road and mountain bike wheels within this specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes DT Swiss spokes stronger than other brands?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDT Swiss uses a patented ultrasonic peening process that cold forges the spokes, strengthening the metal rather than weakening it as in traditional stretching methods, resulting in superior durability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DT Swiss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45510024036527,"sku":"SK278D","price":64.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/2003\/4223\/files\/1361227667-90504100.jpg?v=1768524012","url":"https:\/\/www.swinnertoncycles.co.uk\/products\/dt-swiss-competition-silver-double-butted-spokes-278mm-box-of-100-2-1-8mm","provider":"Swinnerton Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}