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I carry way too many tools,
I carry way too many tools, but here’s my current selection:
Chain-breaker tool in handlebar
Spare inner tube and tyre levers attached to water cage (Topeak)
In a Rhinoware saddle dry-bag (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B087NCGG78):
iPump mini-pump
Lifeline 2-in-1 tyre levers/inflator
Wolf Tooth multi-tool
Flexy 4mm bit extender (for use with the Wolf Tooth)
Dynaplug racer tubeless repair kit
Shimano Di2 tool
Co2 cartridge (rusty)
Gerber Dime multi-tool
Valve extender
Topeak 5Nm torque bit
6mm-4mm adapter
4mm-6mm adapter
Tyre Boot
Doc Blue sealant
Glueless patches
Rubber glovesJust weighed the saddle bag contents and they’re 450g
I did not know that. There’s
I did not know that. There’s a helluva big difference between their budget Tektro brand and premium TRP brand.
I bought a garden sprayer for
I bought a garden sprayer for use as a bike washer – it’s a manually operated pump so it’s low power and portable.
However, I found that it’s easier to just use a bucket and some old sponges.
I’d go for changing the inner
I’d go for changing the inner cable if it’s over a year or two old. A dirty damaged inner can degrade brake performance and if it doesn’t make things better you can then progress to swapping pads. Also, if you get a new inner cable, you’ll be re-adjusting the caliper so you should see if there’s any issue with it. Tektro brakes aren’t the best, and I can also recommend the TRP ones (they look cool too).
Coincedentally just seen this
Coincidentally just seen this:
The study, which was conducted by researchers from Harvard University and the Universities of Birmingham and Leicester in the U.K., found that, worldwide, 8 million premature deaths were linked to pollution from fossil fuel combustion, with 350,000 in the U.S. alone. Fine particulate pollution has been linked with health problems including lung cancer, heart attacks, asthma, and dementia, as well as higher death rates from COVID-19. Bernstein, who was not part of the study, called its estimates “just stunning.”
Yeah, I haven’t tried the
Yeah, I haven’t tried the Corsa so can’t compare them. I’ve ridden on the Contis through the winter and they’ve been faultless for grip (though I don’t like pushing tyres to the edge of grip anyway) and no punctures that haven’t sealed. They do seem to wear out quite fast though but when you’ve got the pressure right (60psi-ish) they feel like you’re floating over the road.
isnt the Cotham Hill area where they often close the roads to hold street parties ?Sounds about right.
That’s how I understand it.
That’s how I understand it. Sounds like a good idea to me as customers will be mainly outside and so virus transmission will be reduced.
I can live with a cycle speed reduction but then it’s not exactly a major route (for me anyhow).
I was tempted by the Corsa but I might try the 5000s, purely as I loved the orginal 4000 IIs so much.Reports are saying the 5000s have very good vibration damping built into the tyre material. This could be marketing bs, but I’d take it over the extra watt saving of the Corsas.
I’m doubtful of that claim too – the tyre material might well affect rolling resistance, grip and durability, but vibration dampening? The big air pocket inside tyres surely has much more effect which is why your tyre pressure can influence the ride quality so much.
As an I.T. worker, it’s
As an I.T. worker, it’s amazing how often this works.
I’ve managed to confuse a Di2
I’ve managed to confuse a Di2 system before but just shifting all the way to the biggest cog would make it realise what gear it actually is in. Have you tried disconnecting the battery and reconnecting it?
The owners only have
The owners only have themselves to blame – it’s called a “DRIVEway” so why on earth have they parked their car on it? Honestly, people need to take a bit of responsibility for their own stuff and not just leave it lying around.
Clown? That’s a bit harsh as
Clown? That’s a bit harsh as he couldn’t find it in stock anywhere else.
As far as expensive toys go, I’d be much happier if people bought expensive bikes rather than status-symbol cars that are significantly more expensive and don’t provide health benefits (quite the opposite in fact).
And yes, sanitary products should be front of the queue for zero-vat rating. If you can afford to spend £5000 on a bike, then I’m sure you can afford to spend £6000 without affecting your quality of life but that doesn’t mean he has to be happy about it.
Ouch.
Ouch.
£1000 VAT doesn’t sound too bad, though I’d love to see bikes and bike parts be VAT free to encourage active travel but that’s probably a step too far for the UK.
More importantly, what was the £5000 bike?
Tubeless – Conti GP5000TLs
- Tubeless – Conti GP5000TLs are my current tyre of choice though they have a reputation for being tricky to fit (not in my experience and I don’t consider myself particularly skilled with fitting tyres)
- I like 28mm for the comfort, though having read about the 105% width/tyre ratio, maybe I should be going for 25mm instead. I might experiment with the front tyre to see how I get on with it.
- Caffelatex works well and I put about 40ml per tyre and top up when I remember (which is nice and easy with MilkIt Valves though they’re expensive for what they are).