{"product_id":"pillar-spokes-j-bend-black-oxide-288mm","title":"Pillar Spokes J-Bend Black Oxide 288Mm","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\r\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-29\" data-turn=\"user\" data-turn-id=\"b9a87d67-57c1-4fd8-b08f-a93af44aa756\" data-turn-id-container=\"b9a87d67-57c1-4fd8-b08f-a93af44aa756\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/section\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative w-full overflow-visible\"\u003e\r\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-30\" data-turn=\"assistant\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:5b05c2c5-9cfb-4365-b78a-fb966268ecb9-14\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:5b05c2c5-9cfb-4365-b78a-fb966268ecb9-14\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"c97b367c-f31b-4d2c-8f55-c14abdfcec31\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\r\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"41\" data-section-id=\"tmn926\" data-start=\"0\"\u003ePillar Spokes J-Bend Black Oxide 288mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"43\"\u003eThe Pillar J-Bend Black Oxide 288mm Spoke is a lightweight stainless-steel spoke designed for reliable performance across MTB, gravel, trekking, and road wheel builds. Manufactured from high-quality T302+ stainless steel, it offers an excellent balance of strength, elasticity, and durability for both everyday riding and high-performance wheelsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"695\" data-start=\"394\"\u003eThe black oxide finish provides a clean, stealth appearance while improving corrosion resistance. Most Pillar spokes in this category feature a double-butted construction, reducing rotational weight while improving spoke elasticity and fatigue resistance compared to traditional straight-gauge spokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"872\" data-start=\"697\"\u003eIdeal for custom wheel builds and wheel repairs, the 288mm length is commonly used on a wide range of 27.5” and 29” wheel configurations depending on hub and rim combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"890\" data-section-id=\"1iz91iu\" data-start=\"874\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1252\" data-start=\"892\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"961\" data-section-id=\"1x4kdqh\" data-start=\"892\"\u003eLightweight J-bend spoke for MTB, gravel, trekking, and road wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1006\" data-section-id=\"1v7e6sc\" data-start=\"962\"\u003eDurable T302+ stainless-steel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1075\" data-section-id=\"1ykjbk3\" data-start=\"1007\"\u003eBlack oxide finish for a sleek appearance and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1138\" data-section-id=\"1vj8n31\" data-start=\"1076\"\u003eDouble-butted profile improves elasticity and reduces weight\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1200\" data-section-id=\"zersiq\" data-start=\"1139\"\u003eExcellent fatigue resistance for long-term wheel durability\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1252\" data-section-id=\"11qukdd\" data-start=\"1201\"\u003eSuitable for custom wheel builds and replacements\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1272\" data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"1254\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\r\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cthead data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1290\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\" data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1301\" data-start=\"1290\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/thead\u003e\r\n\t\u003ctbody data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1321\" data-start=\"1312\"\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1321\"\u003e288mm\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1338\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1348\" data-start=\"1338\"\u003eJ-Bend\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1373\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1358\" data-start=\"1349\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1373\" data-start=\"1358\"\u003eBlack Oxide\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1374\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1385\" data-start=\"1374\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1410\" data-start=\"1385\"\u003eT302+ Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1411\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1426\" data-start=\"1411\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1473\" data-start=\"1426\"\u003eDouble-Butted (Typically 2.0 \/ 1.8 \/ 2.0mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003ctr data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1490\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\t\u003ctd data-col-size=\"md\" data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1490\"\u003eMTB \/ Gravel \/ Road \/ Trekking Wheels\u003c\/td\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003c\/tr\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/tbody\u003e\r\n\u003c\/table\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1557\" data-section-id=\"oxb6nu\" data-start=\"1533\"\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1760\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1607\" data-section-id=\"ilvg48\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eLower weight compared to straight-gauge spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1653\" data-section-id=\"fw58zv\" data-start=\"1608\"\u003eImproved elasticity for better ride quality\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1710\" data-section-id=\"1q69skk\" data-start=\"1654\"\u003eIncreased fatigue resistance for long-term reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1760\" data-section-id=\"1wn30hw\" data-start=\"1711\"\u003eStrong balance between stiffness and compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1781\" data-section-id=\"zm146x\" data-start=\"1762\"\u003eRelated Options\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"1929\" data-start=\"1783\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1815\" data-section-id=\"l88gp8\" data-start=\"1783\"\u003ePillar PSR TB2017 J-Bend Black\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1874\" data-section-id=\"jrsbx8\" data-start=\"1816\"\u003ePillar PSR 14G 288mm with reinforced 2.2mm elbow section\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1900\" data-section-id=\"1bmlb6r\" data-start=\"1875\"\u003eSapim Race J-Bend 288mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1929\" data-section-id=\"jkwuvm\" data-start=\"1901\"\u003eDT Swiss Competition 288mm\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1958\" data-section-id=\"x47sk7\" data-start=\"1931\"\u003eImportant Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"2157\" data-start=\"1960\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"1999\" data-section-id=\"wdandq\" data-start=\"1960\"\u003eConfirm required spoke length (288mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2053\" data-section-id=\"kmv7ki\" data-start=\"2000\"\u003eVerify nipple compatibility (typically 14G \/ FG2.3)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2087\" data-section-id=\"jytyo4\" data-start=\"2054\"\u003eEnsure hub flange compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"2157\" data-section-id=\"1kbcvlk\" data-start=\"2088\"\u003eConfirm your wheel requires J-bend rather than straight-pull spokes\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2178\" data-section-id=\"1asz9nr\" data-start=\"2159\"\u003eBest Suited For\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"2327\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003eIdeal for wheel builders and riders seeking a lightweight, durable, and cost-effective spoke solution for MTB, gravel, trekking, or road wheelsets.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/section\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n","brand":"Pillar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45412505845820,"sku":"PSRTB2016JBB","price":20.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0637\/2261\/8940\/files\/23449_pdb-1417-3.webp?v=1778598884","url":"https:\/\/www.olympiccycles.co.za\/products\/pillar-spokes-j-bend-black-oxide-288mm","provider":"Olympic Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}