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Bikepacking the Sea to Sky Trail - 3 Days of Epic riding
Three lifelong friends go bikepacking and take on the Sea to Sky Trail from Pemberton to Squamish via Whistler in British Columbia Canada.
bikepacking.com/routes/bikepacking-sea-to-sky-trail/
Chapters
0:00 Intro
1:17 Day 1 - Departing Pemberton
16:58 Day 2 - Through Whistler
31:35 Day 3 - To Squamish
41:32 Outtakes
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Відео

ZTTO Wheels from AliExpress - Budget MTB Upgrade
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Looking for a budget-conscious way to get wider rim wheels for your older mountain bike to use bigger tires? These wheels from ZTTO may just fit the bill for me, and maybe for you. Here's my process for swapping these new wheels on my Giant ATX. Chapters: Intro 0:00 Unboxing 1:33 Front wheel 3:46 Rear wheel 9:20 Impressions 19:25
Budget MTB Brake Upgrade | Larger Rotors
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Are your brakes fading on long, steep trails and you have to keep pulling harder on the levers to slow your progress? In this video I do a budget brake rotor size upgrade to see if it will fix the problem. Chapters 0:00 Intro 0:38 Parts & Tools 2:15 Front rotor 10:24 Rear rotor 19:45 Impressions 21:30 Conclusion
Bikepacking the Olympic Adventure Route
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Once again my brother-from-another-mother Aaron and I create some amazing memories and experience three days of a mix of world-class cross-country single track and lake-side splendor bikepacking this highly recommended route. Hope you enjoy travelling along with us! Mostly following the Bikepacking.com Olympic Adventure Route on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington State bikepacking.com/routes/o...
Flaw and Fix: Aeroe Spider Handlebar Harness Review
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This is my review of the Aeroe Spider Handlebar Harness and how I think its glaring flaw could be eliminated. Much thanks to my master-metalsmith-brother-from-another-mother Toby for making this fix a reality. Chapters: 0:00 Intro & Details 3:05 Installation 5:30 Strap shortcoming 7:53 Major flaw 11:35 My custom fix 17:13 Bag setup
Mount Maxwell MTB Ride | Salt Spring Island
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Mount Maxwell Provincial Park on Salt Spring Island BC is a great place to explore biking and hiking trails and offers spectacular views to the west across Vancouver Island. Music: Wings by Nicolai Heidlas www.hooksounds.com/
Budget MTB Bikepacking Setup
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Figuring out a budget bikepacking setup can be a challenge and this is how I did it. Mixing generic drybags, cheap Amazon bags, and some choice specialty bikepacking bags, this rig is simple, effective, and will work on any hardtail mountain bike. #bikepacking #bikepackinggear
Bikepacking the Cowichan Valley 8 Route
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My friend Aaron and I tackle the Cowichan Valley 8 bikepacking route on Vancouver Island. bikepacking.com/routes/cowichan-valley-8/ The plan: to follow the full figure-8 route with the exception of the Victoria city portion as we started the trip from the Vancouver mainland. Music: 1. ‘Waiting by ‘INOSSI’ Listen: spoti.fi/2EzvEA6 Download: hypeddit.com/inossi/waitingfr... Connect: Spotify ► spo...
Exploring Nature's Paradise: Biking through Ruckle Provincial Park on Salt Spring Island
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Enjoy this virtual tour on two wheels of Salt Spring Island's beautiful Ruckle Provincial Park. The combination of ocean views from rugged shorelines, lush coastal forest, and historical farm is not to be missed. Salt Spring Island is part of the Gulf Islands that sit between Vancouver Island and the Metro Vancouver area on British Columbia's southern coast. Music: SOLO ACOUSTIC GUITAR by Jason...
Upper Gearjammer, Mel's Trail, Trans Canada Trail, Dead Moped | MTB Trail Ride
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Exploring some of SFU Burnaby Mountain's many great trails riding my 2020 Kona Big Honzo. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:14 University Drive Trail 1:15 Upper Gearjammer 2:22 Mel's Trail 5:41 Trans Canada Trail 6:24 Dead Moped Trail 9:57 Outro
MTB Trail Ride - Jo Jo Finn's Green Spectacles trail
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This trail is part of Bert Flinn park in Port Moody, BC. www.trailforks.com/trails/jo-jo-finn-s/ The route shown is actually Jo Jo Finn's Green Spectacles which then joins into Starz trail. Some of the most beautiful forest to be found within the urban bounds of Metro Vancouver. Bike is a 2020 Kona Big Honzo. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:14 Jo Jo Finn's Green Spectacles trail 3:17 Starz trail 6:43 Co...
Bert Flinn Park ride - first ride on new front brake
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One of my favourite riding locations in the Vancouver area - Bert Flinn Park is great for intermediate trail and cross country riding. A perfect place to do the first ride on my new SRAM Code R front brake and see how it works and make sure my installation is good. New SRAM Code hydraulic brake install - cut cable, Stealth-a-majig, install on bike, bleed brakes ua-cam.com/video/wlju1ABN-rg/v-de...
New SRAM Code hydraulic brake install - cut cable, Stealth-a-majig, install on bike, bleed brake
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Purchased a new SRAM Code complete front brake on a deal I could not resist - here's how I cut the hydraulic cable to length, installed the Stealth-a-Majig, mounted the brake on the bike, and bled the system so it's ready for some trail action. Bike is a 2020 Kona Big Honzo hardtail trail bike. If you like this content please like and subscribe. :) Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:28 Unboxing 2:49 Tools ...
Biking the Liumchen Creek Loop near Chilliwack | Gravel & Road Ride
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Bike day trip with my 'brother-from-another-mother' Aaron. The Chilliwack River Valley near Vancouver has lots of great bike riding, hiking, and dirt bike riding opportunities. This ride is roughly half on the Liumchen Creek and Liumchen forest service roads (FSRs) and half on the Chilliwack Lake Road following along the river. A great day with a close friend and thanks for the yummies at the e...
Biking Adventure: First Ride with My Furry Co-Pilot
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This is the first attempt at riding my bike with my dog intermittently running beside the bike and riding in a basket on the rear rack. Finnegan is a 4 year old mini Labra-doodle. #dogpacking #bicycle #bicycletouring #bicycletrip #bicycling #labradogs #bikelife #bikelover #bikelovers #bike #bikepacking #bikepackinglife #bikepacker #dogtraining
Budget Tubeless Conversion on Non-Tubeless Rims - Worth the Effort?
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Budget Tubeless Conversion on Non-Tubeless Rims - Worth the Effort?
3x to 1x Drivetrain Conversion Part 3: smaller chainring and proper torquing of bolts
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3x to 1x Drivetrain Conversion Part 3: smaller chainring and proper torquing of bolts
Boot or Shoe Repair - Cheap, Easy, and DIY
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Boot or Shoe Repair - Cheap, Easy, and DIY
Whyte Lake Hike with Finnigan
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Whyte Lake Hike with Finnigan
3x to 1x Drivetrain Conversion - Riding Impressions
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3x to 1x Drivetrain Conversion - Riding Impressions
3x to 1x Drivetrain Conversion Part 1- Budget Mountain bike
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3x to 1x Drivetrain Conversion Part 1- Budget Mountain bike
Seymour Dam Bike Ride
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Seymour Dam Bike Ride
First Snow on Burnaby Mountain
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First Snow on Burnaby Mountain
Autumn Hike on Burnaby Mountain (ASMR)
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Autumn Hike on Burnaby Mountain (ASMR)

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  • @4336aaa
    @4336aaa День тому

    You're free to choose, but this is what bothers me the most about the cycling world. Yes, buying new things is a fun part of a hobby, but listening to the nonsensical logic to justify being trendy is the part that bothers me. If gearing was really the issue, you could have just spent $20 for a new freewheel.

  • @federicolumibao3532
    @federicolumibao3532 4 дні тому

    Have you seen how they inflate truck tires quickly without pump or compressor by just using gasoline and fire?

  • @MAURITS_BIKE-HIKE
    @MAURITS_BIKE-HIKE 23 дні тому

    Actually the 30 teeth cog will help on the flats as well. That is the reason I changed from 32 to 30 teeth on the Cube 1x12 MTB. With 32 the gear choice on the flat was either too hard or too easy. Turns out after some calculation the ratio with perfect cadence for me is 1.9 rear/front. The 32 teeth gave me 1.8 or 2.0. Changing the front cog can really help putting power on the pedal. Improved climbing is always welcome. Your videos were found because I was searching for videos to convert my other MTB, a Giant Talon 1 from 2x11 to 1x12. Your videos are informative and entertaining. Thanks 👍

  • @valueape888
    @valueape888 Місяць тому

    I wouldn't bother doing your repair because the your PU (ploy urethane) midsoles get "hydrolysis" at your boots' age which means the PU simply and completely disintegrates. Boot makers are well aware of this and don't mention it and it's not included under normal wear and tear and material defects warranty (which is complete BS because how is this not a completely bogus breakdown of materials). How's the repair holding up?

  • @nhardwayne
    @nhardwayne Місяць тому

    Are you still using your ZTTO wheel set?

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 Місяць тому

      Yes, still using them. Not riding that bike that much lately though. They still seem like a solid entry-level wheel set that suit my use case.

  • @realmattdavis
    @realmattdavis Місяць тому

    Great looking ride. Adding it to my list. Thanks for the hard work on the video.

  • @MDSTFT
    @MDSTFT Місяць тому

    Great video

  • @TheBane1979
    @TheBane1979 Місяць тому

    I gotta ask, whats with the rubber gloves?

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 Місяць тому

      Haha, it's a bit of a habit when I do bike work to keep my hands clean

  • @Floridagyal7575
    @Floridagyal7575 2 місяці тому

    This is the type of trails and riding i have been searching for since moving to BC. Beautiful

  • @avhirupc
    @avhirupc 2 місяці тому

    Eagerly waiting on update on how the wheels hold up with load on a trip :)

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 2 місяці тому

      These wheels worked flawlessly for my Sea to Sky Trail bikepacking trip. Much more stable laterally than the narrow rims they replaced. The freehub pawl clicks are a satisfying sound. I would not hesitate to recommend these for a budget build. My only wish is that they were tubeless rated as I expect the tire install would be easier. I run them tubeless and it works fine with a little patience, or a good compressor, to seat them.

  • @tobycolquhoun1762
    @tobycolquhoun1762 2 місяці тому

    What a blast that was!

  • @Gyppor
    @Gyppor 2 місяці тому

    I'd never thought of using rubber cement Did a bit of research and that seems to be what cobblers use for glueing soles. I've always used freesole (now aquaseal SR). I'm not sure the CA glue is the tright product to seal however, as it sets brittle. Freesole woild probably work better as it sets flexible.

  • @S14AA
    @S14AA 2 місяці тому

    Not sure what that orange tape is like but the blue ztto rim tape sucks won't last more then a few months

    • @seer-9126
      @seer-9126 Місяць тому

      Do I still need better tapes if I run inner tubes?

  • @johngreene6783
    @johngreene6783 2 місяці тому

    With pedals, tighten toward the front of the bike. Simple way to remember. With BB's you tighten toward the rear of the bike.

  • @RavenY2K3
    @RavenY2K3 2 місяці тому

    Acetone is very good at breaking down the glue

  • @IanC-id6ro
    @IanC-id6ro 2 місяці тому

    Your 20l dry bag has its centre of mass further away from the handle bars (point of rotation) than an 8l bag. Meaning that the moment arm is much longer than the 8l bag. Without actual measurements, I would be say that the torque produced by your 3kg load in the 20l bag is higher than the torque from a 5kg in a 8l bag. Hence the rotation problem. Another issue to address, and one that perhaps Aeroe should have foreseen, Is the friction coefficient between the nylon restraining tapes and the handle bar, which I think works out at about 0.4, almost similar to that between nylon and snow, 0.3. To get a much higher friction values and thus reduce the chance of rotation you need to introduce a "stickier" material between the restraining tape and the handlebar. In my experience I've found that a short length of inner tube wrapped around (in this instance) the handle bars would be beneficial (you obviously have to cut the tube to fit it). And then mount the carrier, make sure the restraining bolts are done up TIGHT. Whilst I can't give you a torque value for the bolts, you should be able to see the rubber tube being compressed. It won't stop the rotation, but should slow it up. Why? Because you've got yet another problem, again exacerbated by having moved the centre of mass further from the point of rotation. This is caused by "impulse loading" of the mass in the 20l bag by the bumps on the road surface creating rapid up/down motion generating "impulses" in the system. Assuming the same mass the moment produced by a 20l bag would be much higher than that produced by a 8l bag. Particularly big bumps would momentarily overcome the static friction of the clamps starting rotation. Once started, rotation would continue, even with smaller bumps quickly following the large on, as you have overcome the static friction and moved into the realm of kinetic (moving) friction. Kinetic friction values are much lower between the same materials than they are for static friction. Basically once you've starting something sliding (or rotating), it takes less force to keep it sliding than it did to start it. The trick is to prevent it moving in the first instance. In a nut shell, try wrapping something compressible and sticky around the handlebars, then mount the rack. Do it up tight, visually sight the wrap compressing .Ditch the 20l bag, use a smaller one, move the centre of mass closer to the point of rotation (handle bars). And finally reduce the amount of mass you're carrying on the Aeroe mount.

  • @noahtinevez1398
    @noahtinevez1398 2 місяці тому

    Definitely doing this route next summer. Also big coincidence, I used to work with Toby. Say hi to him for me!

  • @aaront5684
    @aaront5684 3 місяці тому

    Great job editing the video. Another fantastic memory!

  • @AndyStilin
    @AndyStilin 3 місяці тому

    Do you have a Strava route?

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 3 місяці тому

      Sorry, I don't. The route is shown in the bikepacking.com link in the description. You can also download the gpx file from there.

  • @flightographist
    @flightographist 3 місяці тому

    There is a manufacturer in Europe that makes a universal piece ( i.e. for more than just the Aero cradle) very similar to that, it's licensed to an American artisan in the NE I think, don't recall the name.

  • @nigelmccomb8106
    @nigelmccomb8106 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for a very informative video. I am planning to ride this trail and your video was very helpful. 👍👍

  • @ellenbardin1900
    @ellenbardin1900 3 місяці тому

    a rubber bumpper ?

  • @ellenbardin1900
    @ellenbardin1900 3 місяці тому

    aeroe handlebar adapter would solve the issue

  • @ellenbardin1900
    @ellenbardin1900 3 місяці тому

    My handlebar crafle slips and is definitely an issue!

  • @allrounderbicycle7193
    @allrounderbicycle7193 3 місяці тому

    Closely examining the rim shape at 6:01 and can hardly call that rim non-tubeless.

  • @tomahoks
    @tomahoks 4 місяці тому

    17:28. It doesn't have to be straight. I filed my hub to fit road cassette and I did NOT do a great job. 11-34 is wobbly like Jim Carrey and works fine.

  • @tomahoks
    @tomahoks 4 місяці тому

    I'm not into carbon wheels either. The price ain't right for me.

  • @jcmuellner
    @jcmuellner 4 місяці тому

    The Adventure Route is such a great stretch of trail!

  • @shafatkarintusin2898
    @shafatkarintusin2898 4 місяці тому

    I want to ask you that if there was any space between the rim and tire before it worked

  • @Libertà_sulla_vita
    @Libertà_sulla_vita 4 місяці тому

    Take that thing to the gas station. F those hand pumps.

  • @sprousaTM
    @sprousaTM 4 місяці тому

    I'd fine tune the brake after the disc swap to have spot on contact of the pads with the discs. Of course going like that will eventually wear one side off more than the other. For the best brake performance you should target equal distance to the discs from both sides in the caliper and make sure that all 4 pistons come out equally far when pressing the brake lever. A lot of performance and braking power is lost when only some of the pistons push the pad against the disc, even more so if totally unevenly like when one side already contacts without even braking. Another issue with that is that it warps the disc under heavy use if the discs gets pushed off center. Those Shimano XT rotors are pretty good when it comes to heat dissipation. Spider is aluminium, outer ring is steel. They do warp pretty easily though since both used metals have different expansion coefficients. Regarding raw braking power, there should be a difference. There is a plus in leverage where the pads contact the discs. Bigger radius. Should be equivalent to the percentage of the increase in size.

  • @stefan64s
    @stefan64s 4 місяці тому

    I can give an update on the latest cradle versions: they don't have the fabric straps anymore, but metal straps covered in rubber railguard. As I haven't installed the cradle yet, I can't say if this solves the problem, but it looks solid at first glance.

  • @rickyham2991
    @rickyham2991 4 місяці тому

    Excellent video. Very informative and a pleasure to watch. Well done young man.

  • @RuezgaDaniel
    @RuezgaDaniel 4 місяці тому

    You can also just put sealant into the tube. You can still remove the presta valve and put sealant in with a syringe. It's really easy and clean. The sealant just falls into the presta stem. This does work. I've been doing it for a while with no problems. I fixed my nephew's flat tire by simply putting sealant in the tube and airing it up. It hasnt been flat since.

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 4 місяці тому

      Thanks for adding this additional insight. Another option to consider.

    • @longebane
      @longebane 2 місяці тому

      Also try putting an o ring around the valve.

  • @boots8683
    @boots8683 4 місяці тому

    People coping with made in china parts just cause its cheap. Buy somthing japanese or european, problem solved....

  • @Emtbtoday
    @Emtbtoday 4 місяці тому

    I have shimano SM-MA F203P/PM adaptor for my 203mm ice tech it had an indentation instead of that straight bar for the caliper to seat into, ive left the code its not expensive 14 bucks! you'll get over heating until you change to a 4 piston set up just how it is with a single piston i got mine as standard on my new emtb front and rear absolutely outstanding its the calipers holding them back now

  • @Emtbtoday
    @Emtbtoday 4 місяці тому

    Magnesium in the center of the Ice Tech discs transfers the heat. I have them on mine as standard with 4-piston XT calipers. Once bedded in, they are amazing. Bedded in fast. A couple of rides around the park were done. The difference in the fronts is crazy stopping power.

  • @James-cs3hp
    @James-cs3hp 4 місяці тому

    I can't finish watching this video...🙄🥱😔

  • @JDGuitar82
    @JDGuitar82 4 місяці тому

    Can I use a tubeless tyre on a non-tubeless rim and just use an inner tube with it?

  • @NonLegitNation2
    @NonLegitNation2 4 місяці тому

    I ran into the same problem you did with the bolt length being too long when I switched to a different frame actually. Except my problem was more expensive because I bought some titanium bronze colored bolts so I now have $20 in titanium bolts just sitting in my parts bin. I ended up buying some shorter steel gold colored bolts on Amazon to replace them.

  • @VerthNeel
    @VerthNeel 4 місяці тому

    Get some Shimano brakes instead, you won't regret it.

  • @back40canoe
    @back40canoe 4 місяці тому

    Did you use a torque wrench to ensure that you had it tightened to the 4nm that they specify? Mine doesn’t move like that once I’ve tightened it to 4nm

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 4 місяці тому

      ua-cam.com/video/5xWhAUBYMN8/v-deo.html

    • @back40canoe
      @back40canoe 4 місяці тому

      @@chasingmyfreedom3642 HaHa I'm not sure how I missed that!

  • @TheBigwesb
    @TheBigwesb 4 місяці тому

    Loosen up the caliper so it has a little movement then spin the wheel & fully apply the brake lever & keep it held on then tighten up the caliper whilst holding the brake Still on & when youre done they'll not bind at all. 👍🏻

    • @TheBigwesb
      @TheBigwesb 4 місяці тому

      I also suggest you try some new sintered pads & change your levers to Shimano XT. They're awesome levers & even make Shimano mt200 calipers feel like a £2000 set up. I have them on some mt200 & also a set of Avid Juicy 3's & they're epic. The way a lever can change the whole braking is mind blowing

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 4 місяці тому

      I do plan to try sintered pads on the new Shimano rotor to see if they help. You used Shimano levers on Avid brakes using DOT brake fluid? That's quite the combo as those levers are intended to be used with mineral oil filled brakes.

    • @TheBigwesb
      @TheBigwesb 4 місяці тому

      @@chasingmyfreedom3642 I know people who have used baby oil for over a year in their brakes & when checked over 12mth later there was no degradation of seals or anything & worked just as good. Don't be scared to try new things especially when we aren't using the brakes to their full potential with the riding we do. 😉👍🏻

  • @tomahoks
    @tomahoks 5 місяців тому

    I use rattle gun on 40nm😂

  • @mathewurmston9734
    @mathewurmston9734 5 місяців тому

    Good vid man. What compound pads are you using? I reckon the size upgrade is worth it but also maybe try a new pad with it and see if that makes a difference.

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 4 місяці тому

      Thanks, I've been using semi-metallic pads. When I originally tried sintered pads they often made a howling noise that I did not enjoy, although I noticed later my original rotors specifically say not to use full metallic pads. I haven't tried them on the new Shimano rotor however. If they are reasonably quiet and perform better, I'll be sold.

  • @brucepinkerton2716
    @brucepinkerton2716 5 місяців тому

    You have infinite patience

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 5 місяців тому

      Haha - apparently not because I have since purchased an air compressor for much easier tubeless setup. I just wanted to know if it could be done the hard way. :)

  • @pcraze1
    @pcraze1 5 місяців тому

    Great video showing what it’s like to ride this trail. Appreciate that you posted the distance and time you rode each day. I’ve had many “hike a bike” rides but now glad to get assistance from my Trek Dual Sport E-bike. With the extender battery attached you need to recharge the battery about every 42 miles if going uphill on gravel with full gear and in sport mode (one above eco mode). On level pavement my battery range is twice as good.😊

  • @blue0ify
    @blue0ify 5 місяців тому

    FWIW Aeroe seem to have new attachments to prevent this issue. I emailed them and they replied quickly saying they'll send them out for mine :)

  • @colinbailey6236
    @colinbailey6236 5 місяців тому

    You made your own problems in truth by attempting to do everything with tools that were "not quite correct" for the job. Your approach reminded me of trying to undo a bolt with the wrong socket. Everything is a challenge and what should be simple is slow and painful. A compressor would make a world of difference at the very least and the correct wheels as well. You did it all on a budget, so the pain of lost time and effort came with that. The correct items would conclude that task in 30 mins. I converted two wheels for example in under half an hour a few days ago.

    • @chasingmyfreedom3642
      @chasingmyfreedom3642 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for the comment and yes, you're correct. It was in part the point of the video.

  • @JimCockerham
    @JimCockerham 5 місяців тому

    Nice video, thanks for sharing