A bike specific tire pressure monitoring system - SKS Airspy SV Review - feat. Garmin connectivity
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- Опубліковано 8 лип 2024
- The rule of thumb for cycling is to always check your tire pressure before you ride as all tires slowly lose pressure over time. For most people that means a simple pinch with your thumbs or a more accurate check with a floor pump or pressure gauge. The former can be highly inaccurate while the latter can be a bit time consuming and can often get skipped. SKS's solution to this is their Airspy Digital Pressure Sensor which provides real-time air pressure data via Bluetooth or ANT+ technology. The Airspy is available in two variations, the SV set we have here for Presta valves and an AV version for Dunlap and Shrader valves. Although tire pressure sensors are common on modern automobiles, the Airspy is one of the first that has been specifically designed for bikes. The convenience doesn’t come cheap though, as the Airspy SV retails for $144.99 for a pair of sensors and offers upto 500 hours of runtime from the CR2032 batteries. Also using the SKS MYBIKE app not only can you view the tire pressure sensors in real time but you can also navigate routes and even view real-time ride data.
Each sensor consists of four pieces: the valve, sensor body, lock nut and attachment bracket. You’ll want to first disassemble the sensor into the separate parts, deflate the pressure from your tires and then slide the valve over your existing Presta valve. Hand tighten the valve body down until it is snug as using a wrench could damage the seals. Next slide the sensor body on top of the valve making sure to orient the flat side toward the direction of motion (i.e. battery should be facing toward the front of the bike when the valve is located at the bottom of the wheel) for optimal aerodynamics.
The SKS Airspy uses a retro-fit style design that allows it to simply slide over existing valves. That means the Airspy is compatible with tubeless or tubed setups for a wide variety of applications. The downside to this design is that unlike an automotive Tire Pressure Monitoring Sensor (TPMS) which has the battery attached inside the rim, the Airspy has a bulky external battery design. Although the size of the Airspy isn’t much larger than the CR2032 (20 mm wide and 3.2 mm thick) battery that it uses, the sensor is a bit of an eyesore on the bike once you notice it. Visually it’s very similar to the SRAM’s Quarq Tirewiz as it sits on top of existing valves.
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00:00 Intro
00:13 Unboxing + Specs
02:41 Fit + Finish
04:12 Setup
05:43 SKS MyBike App
07:21 The Final Score
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Its a nice accesory , I have an electronic pump to check my tire pressure but its heavy like 900grs, I think this is nice monitor XD
Is it compatible with hammerhead karoo 2?
Is it compatible with Tubeless tires ? Can the sealant can clog the sensor ?
SKS lists the Airspy as compatible for tubeless tires. It is possible for the sealant to clog the valve over time, but I think most modern sealants shouldn't have an issue.
Does it work with tubeless systems?
Yes, the Airspy simply attaches to the valve stem so it doesn't matter if you have tubeless or tubed setup.
Where can I get these? Seems to be sold out everywhere
The Airspy seems to be available on the SKS US website (sks-us.com/products/airspy-wheel-mounted-air-sensor-presta). If you're overseas you can find SKS dealers via their website www.sks-germany.com/en/service/shopfinder/.
can they be linked to garmin bike computer like the Quard?
Yes. Garmin has a Connect IQ app for the Airspy - apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/f89f3680-5a47-48d0-baff-3c25c99f5d07
@@TheSweetCyclists I found that out, Have a set coming this week.
🤔 really useful on the road?
Not so much while your riding, but the Airspy is very convenient before / after a ride to double check the air pressure without attaching a pump or gauge. You can even connect the Airspy to the SKS App or Garmin computers so you could check if your losing air while riding.
no just at start; if pressure fine or not. and nice to see pressure in garmin like a car. nothing more.
Why though? If you care about tire pressure that much, 40g is too much extra weight for you. If you don't care, you'll notice low tire pressure on the next ride anyway.
I partially agree, the Airspy is a bit too bulky and expensive to have a lot of appeal. However, you'd be surprised how easy it is to be ~20-30 psi off your desired pressure and still pass the simple visual or thumb check. Using a pressure gauge or floor pump before rides is more reliable then just looking or feeling a tire.
What a pointless product. Why use it. it's not like tyre pressure changes dramatically during a ride.
The idea is that you can quickly your tire pressure before you ride or get a phone notification if you get a leak. I expect this type of technology will become smaller and cheaper over time so that it could be directly integrated into wheels.
I use to think that also but I have been now using a competitors product for two years on my XC FS MTB and you would be surprised how much a 1 to 2 psi difference makes when riding hard and fast. And the greater level of traction in a down hill 30 mph of camber turn is when your tire pressures are dialed in. I have also seen TP fluctuate 5 psi just from driving 120 miles to a ride location due to the air temp change between the two locations. If you can afford them they are well worth it. I have mine set to flash "red" of the pressure is off by just one psi. Just pump up the tire until it flashes green and then I know my pressure is set. But hey this is just me so many people dont even check their shocks or their forks before a ride....they just like to bitch about why something goes wrong. These are a bit bulky compared to what I have but perhaps I put these on the MTB and the others on the Gravel bike....all will connect to the Garmin 1030 Plus which is ideal for me.
I 270lb 6'6" and always need to check my pressure before every ride.