By Jim Langley HOT! Most-accurate readings, even on lower-tension dish-side spokes Easy-to-read and protected digital Mitutoyo gauge Compact with built-in hand-hold for easy use Lifetime recalibration privilege and 1-year warranty Shockproof, foam-lined case included NOT! Tension conversion chart could list even more spokes Wheel Fanatyk Price: $348 for Mitutoyo Digital Tensiometer. $288 for optional Foot…
Cool Tool for Tire Removal By Jim Langley In my Tech Talk column, on my website and at cycling camps, I teach flat-tire repair and always include tips for removing the tire without tools — no tire levers. This is the way pro mechanics do it because it’s simpler and faster. Plus, it will impress…
By Jim Langley HOT! 3 bags in 1 high-visibility orange reversible to inconspicuous black 3 pockets as well as main compartment lightweight but durable stuffs in a jersey pocket newest model has reflective strip down the back NOT! somewhat limited capacity www.galfromdownunder.com Price: $50 (small); $60 (large) Source: company website Made in: U.S.Material: 2.2-oz. Taslan nylon…
By Jim Langley HOT! simple and convenient compression as well as cold get up and go while using virtually no dampness cold dissipates to reduce risk of frostbite reusable storage bag to protect gel pack in freezer NOT! needs about 4 hours for refreezing between uses cold only; can’t be used for heat…
By Jim Langley Derailleur Brake HOT! 4 cables shave about 60 grams compared to Shimano Dura-Ace cables won’t rust or corrode cables don’t rattle against frame tubes systems come with everything needed to change out cables NOT! negligible performance gain over quality steel cables softer feel through levers somewhat confusing directions tricky to…
