Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Hot Backlit top-mount digital gauge with ultra-easy to read display (accurate to within 1%) Huge tri-foot base prevents pump falling over and boosts pumping efficiency Silca Hiro side-lock Presta chuck for airtight connection every time (Schrader head, too) Strong magnetic docks on top and bottom of pump for fuss-free…
Jim’s Tech Talk by Jim Langley January being the month for making resolutions, I have decided for 2020 to try to 1) finally upgrade a vintage road bike I’ve been in analysis paralysis on for some time; and 2) hopefully ride it in this year’s Eroica California, which takes place April 5 in beautiful Cambria.
Jim’s Tech Talk by Jim Langley There were so many great tips in the comments about last week’s Tech Talk on using chain quick links, we’re sharing some of the best ones here with some photos. And, offering another tip for quick links I think you’ll be able to put to good use.
Jim’s Tech Talk by Jim Langley The new T47 bottom bracket comes to the rescue! I’m joking with this week’s title, but only a little. I’m poking fun at the bicycle industry, which in my opinion – and many other two-wheeler trade pundits’ views – took an ill-conceived detour about 12 to 14 years ago….
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley One of the best technical developments recently has been that most chain companies are now providing special connecting links. They’ve become known as “quick links.” That’s because they can be connected by hand. Which makes them quick and easy compared to the days of old when the only way…
