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10 simple exercises every cyclist needs for optimal fit and performance
10 simple exercises every cyclist needs brings you essential exercises a cyclist needs to have a strong and comfortable position on their bicycle. This list was prepared with Physical Therapist Dr. Geno Mayes and has been curated to provide simple yet effective exercises any cyclist can do with little or no equipment. Start easy and build strength and mobility over time. Our 10 simple exercises are:
1. Knee To Chest
2. Bridge
3. Step up/Split Squat
4. Curtsy Lunge
5. Bent Row
6. Single Leg Dead Lift
7. Plank/Leg Extension
8. Plank Weight Drag
9. Copenhagens
10. Hip Airplane
Do some, or all of these 10 exercises 3 to 5 times per week as time allows. 1 to 3 sets of 45 seconds per exercise with 15 seconds in between.
10 Simple exercises every cyclist needs will give you a platform for a comfortable and powerful bicycle ride.
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00:00 Introduction
01:56 #1 Knee To Chest
02:47 #2 Bridge
04:37 #3 Step Up/Split Squat
07:00 #4 Curtsy Lunge
08:44 #5 Bent Row
09:50 #6 Single Leg Dead Lift
12:43 # 7 & # 8 Leg Extension
13:56 #9 Copenhagen
17:15 #10 Hip Airplane
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Broken Bones | Broken Spirit | Coming Back From Injury
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Broken bones and the aftermath of injury can result in a broken spirit. Coming back from injury is a difficult process, but getting the right help can get you back stronger than before you were hurt. A good physical therapist can make what seems impossible at the start an achievable goal by providing you the tools and guidance you need to succeed. Here is my story and an interview with my favor...
Hub Check 101: Keep Your Bike Rolling
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A quick hub check can keep your bike rolling. Loose wheel hubs can ruin your ride by breaking parts and possibly causing you to lose control of your bike. Check your hubs for correct adjustment to know if they need service. www.cyclecraft.com
New Arrival: Industry 9 Solix Wheels Have Landed!
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industry 9 solix wheels are now available. Build your wheels in custom configuration and colors! Solix hubs feature 5 pawls engaging a 121 tooth ring for 605 points of engagement. Serious grip-no slip! industrynine.com/solix/dropbar www.cyclecraft.com
Choosing the right brake pads: 3 Things you need to know
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Choosing the right brake pads is not too hard but it can be overwhelming if you see how many choices there are. In this video Brendan breaks down the 3 things you need to know to make choosing your disc brake pads easy! Https://www.cyclecraft.com
Stay Safe On Your Bike: 5 Essential Tips For A Secure Ride
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Follow our 5 tips for safer cycling and be more prepared for enjoying your cycling lifestyle. Https://www.cyclecraft.com
Avoid bicycle failures with regular check ups
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Avoiding bicycle failures is easy if you do regular check ups on your bike. Small and easy fixes become dangerous problems if you leave them too long! www.cyclecraft.com
Must-have Tools For Cyclists: Never Hit The Road Without These 5 Essentials!
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5 must have tools for cyclists, whether you are just starting out or you're a seasoned road warrior, is what we are talking about. Every cyclist should have these essential items to keep their bikes rolling when out on the road and trail. www.cyclecraft.com www.cyclecraft.com/product/lezyne-sport-floor-drive-365699-1.htm www.cyclecraft.com/product/pedros-tire-levers-252648-1.htm www.cyclecraft....
Spoke Tension: The Key To Your Safety!
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bike wheel alignment and spoke tension are an often overlooked bit of bike maintenance that really needs attention. Over time, as your bike wheel loses tension, your bike wheel alignment will be out of whack. Check you spoke tension regularly to make sure your bike wheel stays in alignment for better performance and safety.
Unveiling Common Bicycle Maintenance Problems With Headsets - A Must-watch!
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bicycle maintenance problems can make your bicycle adventures a bummer. If you pay attention to some basic bicycle maintenance practices you'll enjoy your bike more! A commonly overlooked bicycle maintenance step is checking your headset. Those are the bearings that hold the front end of your bike bike together and impact the safety of your bike's steering. Don't ignore your headset! www.cyclec...
Virtual Bike Pro: Immerse Yourself In The Authentic Local Bike Shop Experience On Your Screen!
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Virtual Bike Pro: Immerse Yourself In The Authentic Local Bike Shop Experience On Your Screen!
Powerful Ebike Battery Hacks You Can't Miss
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Powerful Ebike Battery Hacks You Can't Miss
Give Your Disc Brakes Some Tlc - Show Those Rotors Some Love!
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Give Your Disc Brakes Some Tlc - Show Those Rotors Some Love!
Clean Your Drivetrain!
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Clean Your Drivetrain!
Do All Electric Bikes Spell Danger?
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Do All Electric Bikes Spell Danger?
New Jersey bike event The Revolutionary Ramble
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New Jersey bike event The Revolutionary Ramble
Pro Tips: choosing a new bicycle
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Pro Tips: choosing a new bicycle
Vaast A1 Project First Ride
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Vaast A1 Project First Ride
Unleashing The Heroic Powers Of Chamois Creme: A Gamechanger!
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Unleashing The Heroic Powers Of Chamois Creme: A Gamechanger!
Sensah Empire Cheap Parts kit first ride
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Sensah Empire Cheap Parts kit first ride
sram rival VS Empire how does it stack up?
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sram rival VS Empire how does it stack up?
$298 Bicycle DriveTrain. Trying out the Sensah Empire Kit.
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$298 Bicycle DriveTrain. Trying out the Sensah Empire Kit.
Vaast A/1 Gravel bike final build- The Eagle Has Landed
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Vaast A/1 Gravel bike final build- The Eagle Has Landed
CX Nationals Trailer
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CX Nationals Trailer
Bulldogs at Nats
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Bulldogs at Nats
Turkey Bike 2022 Thank You!
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Turkey Bike 2022 Thank You!
Who Needs A Bike Fit?
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Who Needs A Bike Fit?
Unveiling The Must-know Truth: Do You Really Need A Bike Helmet By Law?
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Unveiling The Must-know Truth: Do You Really Need A Bike Helmet By Law?
Vaast E/1 E bike 1st ride!
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Vaast E/1 E bike 1st ride!
Ceramic Speed In The House!
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Ceramic Speed In The House!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @tonysworld3001
    @tonysworld3001 2 дні тому

    I've been riding a mountain bike for over 6 years and it's shit compared to driving I have my lisence now I'm not dumb enough to ride on the road it's for the car I'm always going to drive when it's more then half a km unless my kids want to ride even then I'll drive them to where we can ride safe and not be unsafe and ride on the road then get shity at cars for not moving in nsw Australia now if the pishbike rider isn't or can't do the speed limit then get off the road

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 2 дні тому

      Maybe as an alternative idea, we can just make space for everyone and just hold everyone accountable for driving and riding sensibly. Long mileage intercity trips are better by car or train but in town? Cars are not the right answer.

  • @tonysworld3001
    @tonysworld3001 2 дні тому

    Bikes shouldn't be on the road

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 2 дні тому

      We’ll just have to agree to disagree on that one!

  • @ExStarLeon89
    @ExStarLeon89 3 дні тому

    Is good to know until they find reasons to constrict the joy out of riding an electric bike. I don’t think is climate change usually about money.

  • @dreadnoughtprime6301
    @dreadnoughtprime6301 3 дні тому

    I think it's a nice thought, but that it won't do as much as people think because none of climate science is settled science.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 3 дні тому

      Forget about the climate part then. Just for your own saving money and resources, a pedal assist e-bike can save you money and increase your mental and physical well being. If the climate benefits? Great! If it doesn’t? Still great!

    • @dreadnoughtprime6301
      @dreadnoughtprime6301 3 дні тому

      @@cyclecrafttv Yeah, that was always allowed.

  • @MrDrProfTristan
    @MrDrProfTristan 3 дні тому

    I love riding my bike and i appreciate you saying that it depends on where you live. Its not possible in some places and lets be honest weather. I live in the midwest and your shop is in new jeresey, snow sucks lol

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 3 дні тому

      Yeah weather can be challenging but imagine if you eliminated even 30% of you car trips for the 6 or 7 months you could do it feasibly! Every bit is a net positive .

  • @phqnomenon
    @phqnomenon 7 днів тому

    wait but didn't you say in the last video that you were using a 10 speed crankset for this build so maybe if you had used a 12 speed one it would shift with one click and you didn't need to trim.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 3 дні тому

      True enough! I don't think that would really impact the issue though. The trim clicks are built into shifter and are really there to accommodate chain line differences from low gears to high gears.

  • @user-es4up5dy6m
    @user-es4up5dy6m 11 днів тому

    OKK

  • @lovenottheworld5723
    @lovenottheworld5723 11 днів тому

    Thirty years ago when rims were soft they couldn't usually have even spoke tension all the way around. Once the wheel was straight and round, it was what it was. Modern rims seem very quick and easy to build, but they probably need extra work to even up the spokes. Old, soft rims were out of true with the slightest adjustment.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 11 днів тому

      +@lovenottheworld5723 you ain’t kidding! When I went to DT Swiss training the tolerance single wall steal rims was 2 or 5mm if recall. Tolerance for a modern alloy rim with machined side wall is .5mm!

  • @svtkiller02
    @svtkiller02 21 день тому

    Bike looks awesome! I have Tracer 27.5, looking to get a Primer 29 next! Great color scheme btw!

  • @user-ct4jc3te7j
    @user-ct4jc3te7j 2 місяці тому

    Garbage

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 2 місяці тому

      +@user-ct4jc3te7j Ouch! That’s a little harsh. Have you had this bike?

  • @jamesbrittain9564
    @jamesbrittain9564 3 місяці тому

    One would think that a company with their history would take customer service seriously - they DON'T - Beware!

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 3 місяці тому

      +@jamesbrittain9564 did you have a problem with their product?

    • @ericbeech2652
      @ericbeech2652 2 місяці тому

      Yeah, um. You sound pleasant. I'm sure that they treated you accordingly.

    • @jamesbrittain9564
      @jamesbrittain9564 2 місяці тому

      @@ericbeech2652 Your one of those I see - doubting those that carry truth.

    • @ericbeech2652
      @ericbeech2652 2 місяці тому

      @jamesbrittain9564 you left a negative comment on this channel. The channel kindly asked you about the issue that you encountered, and you ignored them. You responded immediately when someone called you out for YOU being the problem.

    • @jamesbrittain9564
      @jamesbrittain9564 2 місяці тому

      @@ericbeech2652Wow! Dog those who speak truth - tells you all we need to know about you.

  • @CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte
    @CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte 3 місяці тому

    thank you rehab is a slow process I needed to hear so much of what he just saiaid thank you both so much

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 3 місяці тому

      +@CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte it seems so impossible at the beginning but if you hang in there you come out better!

  • @afshinghafouri6984
    @afshinghafouri6984 3 місяці тому

    Do you recommend charging the batteries after each ride and maintaining them fully charged if you ride daily?

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 3 місяці тому

      +@afshinghafouri6984 There’s no harm to doing it and I personally like starting my rides with a full charge.

  • @joehoeper4648
    @joehoeper4648 3 місяці тому

    Well done

  • @ebikescrapper3925
    @ebikescrapper3925 4 місяці тому

    I think it would be a good idea if the cone nut and outer nut had an alignment mark. This way you'll know the factory tightening nut setting.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@ebikescrapper3925 the trick would be that the adjustment changes with wear.

    • @ebikescrapper3925
      @ebikescrapper3925 4 місяці тому

      It would give a good indication on where to start the adjustment. Thanks for replying.

  • @noconcept5735
    @noconcept5735 4 місяці тому

    Really like the way you explained this. Subscribed and keen for more.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@noconcept5735 Thank you! Working on a new drop as we speak

  • @rcwck
    @rcwck 4 місяці тому

    Put your charger on ac timer to make sure it gets turned off

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@rcwck Actually not a bad strategy at all!

  • @Steely_wire54
    @Steely_wire54 4 місяці тому

    I love the fact that you climbed under the truck just to get that shot❤

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@Steely_wire54 It’s method acting. I’ve actually been there!

    • @Steely_wire54
      @Steely_wire54 4 місяці тому

      @@cyclecrafttv great job brother and ride safe

  • @brianbassett4379
    @brianbassett4379 4 місяці тому

    Do you even ride, or is all this energy and hype nothing more than a way to sell more crap?

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@brianbassett4379 I ride all kinds of bikes! Lately working back from broken clavicle but, yeah, you name it I’ve ridden it.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@brianbassett4379 worth mentioning also that I’ve been fixing bikes for 30 years. But for transparency I do also sell bikes. Sorry if I seem hype-y but, I do loves me some cycling.

  • @skinny8019
    @skinny8019 4 місяці тому

    a lot of sound...and a lot of drag....that thing slows down fast.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@skinny8019 it’s all about that pedaling though!

  • @romanmentor9238
    @romanmentor9238 4 місяці тому

    If you use threaded headset common problem is setting the stem too high above insertion line, that damages the threads

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 4 місяці тому

      +@romanmentor9238 not to mention the risk of the stem disengaging from the head tube. Always mind the safety line!

  • @UskInaTE
    @UskInaTE 5 місяців тому

    Also, not all brake discs are compatible with sintered brake pads! 👏 Make sure your discs are compatible before you replace your pads on your bike or else you’ll have a bad time, they will fuck up your discs and you will have little metal shavings all up in your hub and shit. There are three different types of brake pads. Organic (softest), resin and sintered (hardest). Resin pads are perfectly fine for most people and most uses.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@UskInaTE good point on the rotors! I did fail to mention that.

  • @mattflanagan7519
    @mattflanagan7519 5 місяців тому

    I’d love to see a video on hub adjustment and preload taking into account that the quick release adds another load on the bearings

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@mattflanagan7519 stay tuned-it’s coming!

  • @abbittwilkerson2388
    @abbittwilkerson2388 5 місяців тому

    nice a actual sound clip! good job!

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@abbittwilkerson2388 🙏thanks!

    • @theMTBeffect
      @theMTBeffect 5 місяців тому

      Industry Nine SOLiX G sound check. ua-cam.com/users/shortsiO1ym3hI4lY?feature=share Mounted with a tire and on the bike. More quiet than hydra.

  • @donavinnezar
    @donavinnezar 5 місяців тому

    i need to get some cone spanners i have cheap hubs tho so if i slightly over tighten its not too bad , been wanting to build my own wheelset and the only affordable reputable hubs are shimano cup and cone hubs a part 2 in my case isnt needed but i would like to see it as not many people know how to set up thier bearings

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@donavinnezar The Shimano hubs are actually pretty nice! Not too expensive and very durable.

  • @BodieOutdoors
    @BodieOutdoors 5 місяців тому

    Good information to know for sure, I would watch a part 2.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@BodieOutdoors we’ll have to get that together!

  • @tonygenovese6239
    @tonygenovese6239 5 місяців тому

    Yes sounds good and also talk about preload

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@tonygenovese6239 I think a part two is in order!

  • @dragon2755
    @dragon2755 5 місяців тому

    Yes please!

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@dragon2755 one for road and one for gravel?

  • @donavinnezar
    @donavinnezar 5 місяців тому

    in the case of sram hydraulics , metallic all the way , shimano or tektro im fine with resin

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@donavinnezar That’s a solid plan!

  • @giancarloespejo2223
    @giancarloespejo2223 6 місяців тому

    Metallic all the way

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@giancarloespejo2223 👍

    • @johnnysaudade773
      @johnnysaudade773 5 місяців тому

      Incorrect. There are many scenarios where resin is the better choice.

  • @giancarloespejo2223
    @giancarloespejo2223 6 місяців тому

    Metallic all the way

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@giancarloespejo2223 I tend to recommend metallic as well! But some folks don’t like the scrapey sound.

  • @cchemmes-seeseeart3948
    @cchemmes-seeseeart3948 6 місяців тому

    I'm so disgusted to learn the hard way, that a flimsy kickstand can lead to a tipped over bike... which can lead to a bent derailleur... which can lead to the derailleur bumping bike spokes... which can lead to broken spokes... which can lead to a messed up wheel needing overhauling... and need for a new derailleur (eventually, after enough years of bending the hangar back, & more & more falls... until you are finally fixing the whole bike)... & concern about the chain being twisted out of shape... , & PRAYING all the way home.... & some serious swipes into the aluminum frame, getting thin spots... I'm Kick stand shopping right now at the SAME time I fix all these other parts... or maybe to mod the one i have with addition of a rubber tip used on crutches. Definitely LOVE kickstands. They are your friend. Blessings. Peace.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 5 місяців тому

      +@cchemmes-seeseeart3948 and good kickstands are not that costly!

    • @cchemmes-seeseeart3948
      @cchemmes-seeseeart3948 5 місяців тому

      Definitely a great investment. @@cyclecrafttv

  • @GregStewartecosmology
    @GregStewartecosmology 6 місяців тому

    Spot on!! Great video!! thanks

  • @SamranAhm
    @SamranAhm 6 місяців тому

    How awesome ❤❤

  • @lekobiashvili945
    @lekobiashvili945 6 місяців тому

    Thank you!

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@lekobiashvili945 Happy to help! 😀

  • @johnandrus3901
    @johnandrus3901 6 місяців тому

    Nice. I've never understood the mini-pumps. I have the full sized frame pumps from Zefal and they work just fine and pump a tire up fairly quickly. Way less work than a mini-pump. Either way, I have a nice floor pump at home and carry everything that you mention in the video. Better safe than sorry.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@johnandrus3901 some folks don’t like the aesthetics of the full size frame pump but there’s no denying it works way better!

  • @johnandrus3901
    @johnandrus3901 6 місяців тому

    Excellent. A little pace-line story. I was riding in TOSRV and we had a nice pace-ling going. We were cruising at a real fast pace, when we hear 'On your left'. Going past us was a line of tandems. It was almost like we were standing still. I vowed to eventually get a tandem and later found one at my local shop that a gentleman was selling after his boy got into other things that kids do. It is a fun bike to ride.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@johnandrus3901 I love riding our tandem!

  • @joselarrarte6964
    @joselarrarte6964 6 місяців тому

    Whats the author of the book you mentioned?

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@joselarrarte6964 Jobst Brandt.

  • @UrDadsFavouriteMaleEscort
    @UrDadsFavouriteMaleEscort 6 місяців тому

    Best option or suggestion for having a custom battery made?

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@UrDadsFavouriteMaleEscort Not sure about that! You would need someone who understands what needs to be done to get voltages correct and regulated, and is able to wire in protective circuits to avoid overloads. I personally don’t know anyone like that. I would start with an electrical engineer though.

  • @CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte
    @CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte 6 місяців тому

    at 46 u just learned me lol thank you

  • @donavinnezar
    @donavinnezar 6 місяців тому

    my headset is shot, if i loosen it anymore i get clunking ,but i dont wanna tighten it more coz it already feels indexed

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@donavinnezar you’re going to want to replace that!

  • @donavinnezar
    @donavinnezar 6 місяців тому

    i need to learn to build wheels , finding decent affordable wheels are becoming impossible ik it will technically cost more than buying pre assembled wheelsets but as someone that earns very little , buyig a wheel in parts is a easyer pill to swallow

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@donavinnezar and you can be pretty creative with colors! Be patient and take your time. It’s a vey satisfying feeling to build your own wheels!

  • @romanmentor9238
    @romanmentor9238 6 місяців тому

    Why would I need a multitool,If my bike from 2000s mostly needs wrench spanners

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@romanmentor9238 in that case a small adjustable wrench might be better. Or perhaps the “dog bone” type of wrench.

  • @anielyantra1
    @anielyantra1 6 місяців тому

    I appreciate your intent but the 20,000 foot view is steel for frames and aluminum for rims with rim brakes is a far and away more reliable system. I ride a 40 year old frame with 20 year old parts.....can't do that with anything carbon! Don't need a check-up just regular service and very little of that with sealed bearings. Just tires and brake pads with an occasional cleaning.

    • @BartAnderson_writer
      @BartAnderson_writer 6 місяців тому

      About the technical derails I don't know, but the traditional materials are long-lasting and fun to ride

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@anielyantra1 For lots of folks though, having a trained eye looking over their bike is a good way to spot things that need attention before they blossom into bigger problem. Even a steel frame that has an underlying weld defect can be caught before it fails!

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@anielyantra1 The check up is also a good way make sure you’re getting your regular service

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@BartAnderson_writer Agreed!

  • @kingdomculture5743
    @kingdomculture5743 6 місяців тому

    Need this vid - will be applying the knowledge to my bike wheels.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@kingdomculture5743 safety first!

  • @davidcroxton8306
    @davidcroxton8306 6 місяців тому

    A tension spoked cycle wheel is an example of a tensegrity, a mixture of rigid elements and tension elements creating a structure where the rigid elements don't touch each other. I build wheels on a stand with 2 dial tolerance indicators, DTI's, one vertical and one lateral. My target trueness is plus or minus 0.05 mm vertical, lateral and dish. Tension is the last parameter and it usually gives an indication of the accuracy of the join in the rim. Set and chase 0's on the DTI's and tension guage value. I also write inside the rim in spirit marker the build date, The spokes lengths used, The customer, A number from 1 to 10, usually 7 or 8, representing how good I think the build finished. The join being the limiting factor on most new rims.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@davidcroxton8306 A good illustration on the engineering and subtle art of wheel building!

  • @mike_f
    @mike_f 6 місяців тому

    There are some apps available that will help tension spokes by the tone/frequently when plucked. You set the spoke guage, shape and distance from last cross to hub and then it will approximate tension based on frequency of pluck. Not a replacement for a tensiometer but probably "better than nothing" to help achieve even tension and closer to accurate that guessing. I've evened out several wheels with it and subscribe to the belief that evenly tensioned but maybe all a bit low is better that uneven.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@mike_f i will have to check that out! Totally agree on the even tension being a worthy goal.

    • @rider65
      @rider65 6 місяців тому

      Why rely on an app when there are exceptional tools available that are foolproof. Everybody wants to use electronics and an app for a quick fix... press a button boom! Food is delivered to your door. Press a button and boom! You're on a date. Press a button boom and you can access your bank account (and by the way so can other people you've just been lucky so far...🙄) Relying on pushing a button for a quick fix is the path to mediocrity and dependency. Society gravitates more and more towards the easy way out and forgoes hard work... Society begins to collapse as it is happening in real time. It's unfortunate that the majority of Muppets do not understand what's happening 🤷‍♂️

  • @helidude3502
    @helidude3502 6 місяців тому

    First thing we threw away in the 80’s was the kick stand and reflectors. Bmx bikes were quite stable upside down on the bars and seat. As an adult that sometimes used one for commuting, it made sense to have one. A few of my bikes recently have retained their kickstands since they haven’t flopped about on rough terrain. I think the general public appreciates not having my fat tire bike sprawled across the sidewalk.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@helidude3502 just had a picture in my mind of you with your bmx bike upside down on the sidewalk working with pliers and a screwdriver-that’s where we all started!

  • @oreocarlton3343
    @oreocarlton3343 6 місяців тому

    4:26 why can you spot rim flex only on rim brakes on not on disc rims?

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@oreocarlton3343 if the rim is way out you can. I’m a rim brake, with the pad close to the rim, small deviations are easily seen. On a disc wheel, if you can see the side to side movement, your wheel is in seriousness of attention!

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@cyclecrafttv “in a rim brake “ and “serious need of attention “ (fat finger typos!)

    • @oreocarlton3343
      @oreocarlton3343 6 місяців тому

      @@cyclecrafttv ah yes, because the pads on the rim brakes are a more precise reference point that fork legs. Also rim VS disc brake differences are very noticable in how you have to build a wheel, I miss seeing radial front wheels.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@oreocarlton3343 yeah, radial lacing just can’t take the torque generated by the disc.

  • @igorbystrycky1376
    @igorbystrycky1376 6 місяців тому

    Now I know what that noise was.

    • @cyclecrafttv
      @cyclecrafttv 6 місяців тому

      +@igorbystrycky1376 might have been your knees!