I ride mostly gravel events and have tried various storage solutions for all-day nutrition. My issue with bags I've tried were related to how secure it was on the frame (i.e. wobbly vs stationary), capacity, how easy it was to open/close whilst riding, and how hard it was on my frame (I don't have top tube rivets so straps are my only option). This bag ticked all the boxes: easy to attach and sits securely even during the washboard gravel sections, easy to access, and the frame paint is not affected. And, it's very lightweight!
I needed to cut down a few sets of carbon handlebars and thought it would be easier to do it at home with the right tools. I bought a Park tool Saw guide and this tungsten saw blade and went to work. The first bars were a try it and see, and to my surprise I had no issues. The other bars went fine after that. Just make sure you use tape to mask where you want to cut. I used red electrical tape because it;s easier to see when the bars are in the saw guide.
I needed to cut down a few sets of carbon handlebars and thought it would be easier to do it at home with the right tools. I bought this Saw guide and carbon saw blade and went to work. The first bars were a try it and see, and to my surprise I had no issues. The other bars went fine after that. Just make sure you use tape to mask where you want to cut. I used red electrical tape because it;s easier to see when the bars are in the saw guide.
Easy to set up and use. Add the wax and allow to melt and insert the chain on the provided wire rope. Allow the wax to work its way into the chain and then allow it to "drip dry". The chain cools quickly and is ready to install on the bike. I prefer to wax a couple chains at a time which enables me to have one ready to install while the bike is still on the stand when I'm doing my periodic maintenance.
While the crock pot method works, Silca's waxing system is much easier and faster. Cleanup is simpler especially if you're not having to return the crock pot to the kitchen for a future meal!
A waxed chain doesn't attract the dirt and grim of a oiled chain, and runs more smoothly. The frequency of chain maintenance is less for a waxing than oiling.
