Ventura Bicycle Chain 1/2-Inch x 3/32-Inch Review

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This was ordered to repair a bicycle that my son rides frequently to do a paper route. It has done the job satisfactorily. No complaints. We recommend it. Seems to be a good product for the price.

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I am using this chain on a Bianchi Premio six speeds. This chain shifts smoothly. The chain and Shimano Freewheel 14-28, work well together.

This is the first time,I use this brand, usually I am able to obtain 2500 miles out of a chain.

I ride mostly on flat roads, sometimes against strong winds, which it would the equivalent of uphills.

I believe this chain, if cleaned regularly, it should last for a long time.

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This is a great chain. However I've noticed it getting bad reviews from people who lack the mechanical skills possessed by a 7-year-old child! I say "7-year-old" because that's how old I was when my dad taught me how to open & close master links!

The kmc master link is a lot faster & easier to use than the fat, clunky "old-fashioned" master on my old 20" coaster!

This is how to install it:

1 observe the flat plate. notice it has a slot running the length of it, with a "hole" at one end to put the pins through.

2 observe the pin side of the master. notice the pins have grooves in the ends & the back plate is bent slightly "outward".

3 put chain through bike, put master pin plate through the ends of chain with "open" side facing you.

4 put "hole" in front plate over one pin & slide down to other end, so that "hole" can be positioned over second pin.

5 firmly hold links on either side of master in each hand, hold front plate "hole" over second pin with thumb.

6 gently, but firmly, bend master pins "together" toward yourself, until "hole" slips onto second pin.

7 gently release chain. the tension of the chain will pull the pins outward & front plate will make a "click" sound as it locks into the groove in the second pin.

To remove the master link: slack the chain, push pins together to align "hole" over pin, have a helper wiggle the plate off with needle-nose pliers.

If chain tension makes bending the pins together difficult, have a helper hold up the derailleur pulley to slack the chain. If you have a single speed bike, loosen/remove the rear wheel to slack the chain.

It's so easy a 7-year-old could do it! Took me about 10 seconds to install the master link, easiest master I've ever installed!

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This is a wonderful chain with easy installation and quality. I put it on 26" mountain bike with 18 speed, it works very well.

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The chain is great for the price, but the Ventura quick link for the 3/32 wide chain is very odd. One plate of the quick link has both pins fixed to it. The other plate has one key hole. One has to flex the plate to get the final pin through the key hole. I had to use pliers.

It is easier to re-use the original pin. To re-use the pin, you will have to keep the outside plates. Since I was going to use the quick link, I punched out the pin for these outside plates.

Sunlite Bicycle Tube, 700 x 18-23 (27 x 1) 32mm PRESTA Valve Review

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I arbitrarily chose 32mm length during a recent single speed conversion project to match up with my new wheels. The wheels I purchased have what I would consider to be minimal sidewall depth, but these presta valves still barely poked through. If you're unsure about sizing with your sidewall, I'd go for the 48mm length instead. It seems to me a longer valve is more attractive than a little stumpy guy barely poking out. I can still use these, but longer would have been better. Heads up.

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This is a good quality tube which has worked well for me. I use it in my trainer wheel so I can't give much feedback on real road conditions, but it's great on the trainer.

My only warning as echoed by other reviewers is that the 32mm valve length only sticks out ~20-25mm (1 inch) from my rims which are fairly shallow. With a deeper rim it could be difficult to have enough of the valve for your pump to attach to.

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Tubes are thick rubber and heavy which is what I expected. You can get lighter tubes that will make your wheels spin faster.

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After I installed tube and inflated tire everything was OK. When doing pressure check before next ride the valve stem came out and was stuck in cap. First time this has happened to me in 35 years of bicycling.

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So far, so good! I've part these up with some protective tape and have had no problem. Maybe a lil extra weight with the tape but no biggie. I ordered an extra set since I've had a hard time finding these at the store (they're always running out).

Shimano BB-ES51 Octalink V2 Bottom Bracket Review

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Was replacing an old BB and this one fit like a glove! Fast service and as always Amazon Rocks, big time!

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There just isn't much to say about this bottom Bracket except it works good and lasts along time. Give it a try, the pricing is good and shipping is fast.

Reviews of Topeak Super Bicycle Chain Tool

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This is a pretty good chain tool. I found it easy to use, and it's one of the cheapest tools available. I do have a small problem with over-driving the pins, so that they fall out the other side, and I have no idea how to get them back in. If you're careful this shouldn't be a problem. I don't know if more expensive tools would have a solution for this.

Pros:

Portable, lightweight

Easy to use

Plastic holder keeps components together

Cons:

Allen key can fall out when tightening / removing links (compare with Park tool, which cannot).

Pin seems to have bent slightly after about a dozen uses (but I think replacement pins can be bought).

Overall I'd recommend, though I would compare with the Park Mini Chain Brute or Pedro's Chain tool first.

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Pedro's Six-Pack Chain Tool 6-Function Bicycle Tool

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it's more user friendly than park tool, as it provides a chain hook as well as a 5/6mm hex wrench build in with the tool. Everything is nicely tucked onto the included rubber sleeve for storage. See my user photos for reference.

Not compatible with 11 speed. Made in Taiwan.

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It's small and lightweight, and wouldn't take up too much space in your riding bag along with your other necessities. The little wire hook they include with the device is SUCH a great help when adding/removing a link, it's like one of those small blessings that you never would have thought of yourself. It was a lot smaller than I had anticipated, but it's a solid design and good product.

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The item performed the advertised functions as expected. I would recommend this product as an inexpensive chain tool. Also, I like turtles.

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THis tool may not look like much but it sure works when it comes to working on bicycle chains. I would buy another if needed. Very pleased.