摘要 |
A device for connecting a spoke (2) to a rim (5) in spoked wheels which comprises a screw nut (4) for adjustment of the connection to the rim (5), a gasket (3) to provide a hermetic seal between the rim (5) and the tyre, and a sleeve (1) for the spoke/rim connection, the said sleeve (1) further comprising an internal thread (11) for connection to the spoke (1) and an external thread (12) for fitting the said screw nut (4), characterised in that the said screw nut (4) and the said gasket (3) are outside the tyre, the said screw nut (4) pressing the gasket (3) against the external surface of the rim (5). |