Upgrade your bicycle's wheelset with the Competition 14g DB Spoke, Black (276mm, 20/Count) - the perfect choice for competitive racers and serious cycling enthusiasts. Crafted with precision engineering and materials, these spokes are designed to deliver exceptional strength, durability, and lightweight performance for optimized cycling efficiency. Materials & Construction: Made from high-grade chrome nickel stainless steel, the Competition spokes feature advanced cold forging technology, resulting in a double-butted 2.0/1.8/2.0mm profile. This process enhances the strength-to-weight ratio, reducing overall spoke weight to just 6.31g per spoke (for 280mm length) while maintaining superior resilience against fatigue and impacts. The rolled threads provide smooth, reliable threading for effortless spoke nipple installation and maintenance. Performance & Engineering: Designed for precision wheel building, these double-butted spokes offer excellent stiffness, lateral strength, and improved aerodynamics - essential for competitive cycling disciplines such as road racing, time trials, and criteriums. Their lightweight profile minimizes rotational weight, enhancing acceleration and handling. The 276mm length is ideal for various rim widths, ensuring a proper tension balance for true wheel truing and long-term durability. Components & Technology: Equipped with rolled threads for enhanced thread integrity, these spokes are compatible with standard alloy or steel nipples (not included), providing versatile customization options. The black finish not only adds a sleek, professional look but also offers corrosion resistance, extending the life of your wheelset under diverse riding conditions. Style & Use Case: Perfect for race bikes, lightweight commuter builds, or upgrade projects, the sleek black aesthetic complements high-performance wheelsets. Ideal for competitive cyclists seeking reliable spokes that combine advanced engineering, lightweight con