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All Park Tools that I have work well. I already had the black and green spoke wrenches. My newest wheels have larger spoke nipples. The blue wrench fits perfectly. I'd rate the spoke wrench five stars but five stars means that you love the product. I have a very strong four star 'like' of the blue Park Tool spoke wrench.
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Friday, October 3, 2014
Best Park Tool bike tools SW-0C Spoke Wrench .127/3.2 black Deals
Spoke wrenches are like mouse traps everyone is always trying to come up with a better design. Having tried most of them, I've tossed out or given away all but the Park wrenches. This is a "just right" design just enough leverage from the handles, close enough nipple fit on the toolhead, just enough padding, just right height. They are small and light for a bike bag kit, too. A full set is cheap.
Monday, July 21, 2014
Reviews of Park Tool Tire & Tube Repair Kit - TR-1C
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Very nice heay duty tool to help you change bike tires with out pinching the tubes as like in the old days with screw drives etc.Saves both time and your energy. I rate this product very high. Shipped to my door very fast also. Thank you
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The week this product arrived, a friend managed to get a thorn in his tire. We rode to his house and completed the job in 5 minutes. Here are the steps:-Turned bike upside down and removed wheel
-removed inner tube from tire
-Found the hole (you may need water or soapy water to help)
-Sanded hole area to be patched at least the size of the patch
-Applied the sticky patch. Be careful removing it from it's backing because it is a gooey sticky mess if you aren't careful. Smoothed it out to remove air bubbles
-installation is opposite of removal. Align valve in tube with hole in wheel first
-Push tire and tube onto wheel.
-Pump with air and go bike!
The bike was a Trek about 7 years old, 26" standard style, not MTB or racing type. We did not need the included tire tools, just an air pump. It comes with a little piece of sand paper, but since I knew about it before I left I brought my own sandpaper so I can use the kit sand paper in a real emergency. Sanding the hole prior to patching seems important to remove any loose grim around the hole too allow proper adhesion. The patches are very gooey and sticky. This kit seems good for punctures without having to carry a spare inner tube but won't help if the wound is much larger than a hole from something the size of a standard sized 3.5mm headphone jack.
The tire held up for the afternoon ride, if the patch does not work long term, I'll update this post. Overall I was happy it is light weight and easy to use.
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As an avid cyclist, this thing comes in handy a lot. Makes repairs quick and easy and has definitely more than paid for itself with the time and money I've saved. Your results may vary on the repairs, but you'll most certainly end up with something to last you until you can get where you're going and they might just last a little longer. Have had some patched tubes last me longer than the tires themselves. Never had a problem with anything drying out but I probably go through these more quickly than most.Honest reviews on Park Tool Tire & Tube Repair Kit - TR-1C
These were solid and got the job done. They are very low profile and stack together so they are easy to keep in a bike bag or tool box. Simple and all you need. DO NOT get metal tire levers if you have powdercoated wheels, they will scratch them. This set is perfect for powder coated wheels.Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Park Tool Tire & Tube Repair Kit - TR-1C
The levers seemed strong but the tip does bend after several uses. Also the patch seems to hold air after several weeks and gradually leak over a 2 month period despite proper patching technique. I find rubber cement patch kit work better than this tape patch even though it's more convenient on trails.Saturday, May 3, 2014
Buy Huffy 24-Inch Girls ATB Rival Bike (Purple Slate Metallic)
This bike is actually very easy to put together if you have the right tools. The only things that I had slight problems with were the seat, it isn't very comfortable. However, that can easily be replaced with a cushioned seat. And also that I am 5'8 and a 24 inch wheel is probably making the bike too short for me. BUT that was my mistake because I could have bought the 26 inch. So really just the seat. Other than that, the bike is nice and is a fair price for the product.
The only negative I have is that the left grip shifter (for the front derailleur) broke while I was testing it out. Ended up just replacing them with $30 sram grip shifters. Now the thing shifts nicely.
Has 21 speeds. Comes with kick stand.
Need to assemble and requires some minor adjustments.
Rides great and looks great !
Good quality with strong frame.
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This bicycle will require you to perform several maintenance repairs yourself, or take it to a bike shop. The wheels were obscenely out of alignment upon arrival. Plus the rear derailereur pulley was bent into the bike wheel. Huffy may put out good bicycles, but this is not one of them.Best Deals for Huffy 24-Inch Girls ATB Rival Bike (Purple Slate Metallic)
The bike arrive quickly and nicely packaged. Assembling was a piece a cake. I'm actually impressed with what we got for the money. The best thing of all was that my daughter loved it.The only negative I have is that the left grip shifter (for the front derailleur) broke while I was testing it out. Ended up just replacing them with $30 sram grip shifters. Now the thing shifts nicely.
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Gave a Christmas present to grand daughter. Very attractive bike.Has 21 speeds. Comes with kick stand.
Need to assemble and requires some minor adjustments.
Rides great and looks great !
Good quality with strong frame.
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I would have given 5 stars but putting a bike together is a pain. Otherwise, great bike for a 10 year old girl.Saturday, February 15, 2014
Schwinn Arrow Fixed Wheel Jogger Review
This stroller is advertised to only fit children smaller than 38" tall. My daughter is approaching that height, but I want to start walking/jogging 5k races more frequently, so I bought it. I ordered it last Sunday, it was delivered yesterday, I assembled it last night with the help of my husband, and I walked/jogged with it this morning in a 5k.
Assembly: It took us an hour to assemble it. First, we couldn't find the instruction manual in the box, and I couldn't locate the manual on the web, even when I visited the manufacturer's website. After we had attached the wheels, I discovered that the manual had been placed in the storage area under the seat. We then used the manual to attach the parent tray to the stroller and to figure out how to adjust the bicycle-style brake for the front tire.
5-point harness system: My child barely fit in the standard harness system with just her pajamas on, so I attached the harness extension (that was shipped with the stroller). After about 10 minutes spent adjusting the harness system with the added extension, I was able to fit it to my child and adjust it to accommodate her wearing a coat and/or blanket.
During the race, my child was able to place her foot on the front tire, but she is approaching 38 inches in height. She still has room to grow before she is too tall to have the really long "canopy" cover her head. She's a little too tall to lie back in the seat (her head touches the safety netting that is at the back. However, when the seat is fully upright, she was still very comfortable in it. In fact, she has told me multiple times that she loves this stroller, and that she wants to go for more rides in it. It's been a long time since she has asked to ride in our Graco IPO or our Graco Alano (2007/2008) model.
The handle is adjustable, and is VERY comfortable (almost ergonomic) to hold. The stroller is stable (as long as the inflation of the tires is balanced), and was very comfortable to push either one-handed or two-handed.
The wheel is fixed, but I didn't have a problem lifting it to make the necessary turns and adjustments for curves on the path of the race.
Size: This stroller is not good for navigating crowds, especially where people may stop suddenly in front of you. I look forward to using it in future races, and around my neighborhood that doesn't have sidewalks. It provides a smooth ride for the child on pavement, concrete, and on grass/dirt.
This is a great jogging stroller for serious runners and joggers alike that is easy to use and great quality for a great value. Would recommend to anyone who does more than the average walking.
*cup holders & little storage box on top
*This is one of the lightest fixed wheel joggers on the market
*Shocks on the wheels for a smooth ride
*easy enough to collapse & store in the trunk
*Nuts and bolts at stress points! My last jogger had been recalled due to stress points being connected with rivets instead of nuts& bolts.
*The tacky green color is really nice for visibility.
*My little one finds it very comfortable.
Cons:
*The "spoiler" on the front wheel should really be longer. I worry my kid could catch her feet in the front wheel and injure herself. If your kid is older or taller, make sure they're wearing shoes. You'll likely have to remind your kid about 600 times the first few days to keep their feet off of the wheel.
*The speaker is a joke. It totally stinks & I can barely hear it.
*The basket under the stroller is not the best design. It can't hold much. It is difficult to get larger items (like a pool towel or my kid's swim vest) in & out of there.
*It is a pain to pop off the front tire with the way the brakes are designed. Never had this problem with my old jogger.
*The screw that holds up the visor became stripped within a few weeks because my kid kept tugging on the visor. I was able to find another screw and fix it myself, but I was a bit disappointed the visor wasn't attached too securely.
*The front tire can be finicky about going on perfectly straight. It took several tries to find the sweet spot where the wheel fit flush so the tire wouldn't have a slight wobble to it.
Conclusion:
If you walk more than the average person, and/or you jog, hike, etc and you're focused on function over form, this is a great jogger. I've been very pleased over the past few months with how it's been handling 2-5 miles of walks a day with a ~30lb toddler. Ignore anything you may read about "difficult to maneuver," or it being "too heavy." If you're going to use a jogger for its intended purpose (hiking, trail jogs, gravel roads, etc) you WANT it to be a bit heavy and ever-so-slightly difficult to maneuver. Comparing a jogging stroller to a regular stroller is like comparing apples and steak. Considering the big box baby stores I went to carried fixed wheel joggers in the $300-650 range, this one is a steal. I wasn't able to find a sturdy, quality fixed wheel jogger anywhere else for under $300.
Great first (and possibly lifetime) jogging stroller.
The grip was a hard rubber, which for me, did not work because as soon I started to sweat, I couldn't grip the stroller.
For any amount of running, I would not recommend this stroller.
Assembly: It took us an hour to assemble it. First, we couldn't find the instruction manual in the box, and I couldn't locate the manual on the web, even when I visited the manufacturer's website. After we had attached the wheels, I discovered that the manual had been placed in the storage area under the seat. We then used the manual to attach the parent tray to the stroller and to figure out how to adjust the bicycle-style brake for the front tire.
5-point harness system: My child barely fit in the standard harness system with just her pajamas on, so I attached the harness extension (that was shipped with the stroller). After about 10 minutes spent adjusting the harness system with the added extension, I was able to fit it to my child and adjust it to accommodate her wearing a coat and/or blanket.
During the race, my child was able to place her foot on the front tire, but she is approaching 38 inches in height. She still has room to grow before she is too tall to have the really long "canopy" cover her head. She's a little too tall to lie back in the seat (her head touches the safety netting that is at the back. However, when the seat is fully upright, she was still very comfortable in it. In fact, she has told me multiple times that she loves this stroller, and that she wants to go for more rides in it. It's been a long time since she has asked to ride in our Graco IPO or our Graco Alano (2007/2008) model.
The handle is adjustable, and is VERY comfortable (almost ergonomic) to hold. The stroller is stable (as long as the inflation of the tires is balanced), and was very comfortable to push either one-handed or two-handed.
The wheel is fixed, but I didn't have a problem lifting it to make the necessary turns and adjustments for curves on the path of the race.
Size: This stroller is not good for navigating crowds, especially where people may stop suddenly in front of you. I look forward to using it in future races, and around my neighborhood that doesn't have sidewalks. It provides a smooth ride for the child on pavement, concrete, and on grass/dirt.
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The other two reviews for this I find very interesting. First of all this stroller is the lightest on the market so I'm not sure how it felt so "heavy" to the other buyer. Second of all this was the easiest baby gear product to put together we have bought. There were only a few pieces to put together and it took me a total of 15 minutes alone with one screw driver while chasing after our eight month old daughter who just started crawling. The fixed wheel may not be maneuverable at slow speeds but is recommended for serious runners. My husband who is a Marine loves running with it and loves the adjustable handle bar. We take it off road and serious running and it is perfect for both. There are higher quality jogging strollers on the market but this is the lightest and the only one with an adjustable handlebar and handbrake.This is a great jogging stroller for serious runners and joggers alike that is easy to use and great quality for a great value. Would recommend to anyone who does more than the average walking.
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Pros:*cup holders & little storage box on top
*This is one of the lightest fixed wheel joggers on the market
*Shocks on the wheels for a smooth ride
*easy enough to collapse & store in the trunk
*Nuts and bolts at stress points! My last jogger had been recalled due to stress points being connected with rivets instead of nuts& bolts.
*The tacky green color is really nice for visibility.
*My little one finds it very comfortable.
Cons:
*The "spoiler" on the front wheel should really be longer. I worry my kid could catch her feet in the front wheel and injure herself. If your kid is older or taller, make sure they're wearing shoes. You'll likely have to remind your kid about 600 times the first few days to keep their feet off of the wheel.
*The speaker is a joke. It totally stinks & I can barely hear it.
*The basket under the stroller is not the best design. It can't hold much. It is difficult to get larger items (like a pool towel or my kid's swim vest) in & out of there.
*It is a pain to pop off the front tire with the way the brakes are designed. Never had this problem with my old jogger.
*The screw that holds up the visor became stripped within a few weeks because my kid kept tugging on the visor. I was able to find another screw and fix it myself, but I was a bit disappointed the visor wasn't attached too securely.
*The front tire can be finicky about going on perfectly straight. It took several tries to find the sweet spot where the wheel fit flush so the tire wouldn't have a slight wobble to it.
Conclusion:
If you walk more than the average person, and/or you jog, hike, etc and you're focused on function over form, this is a great jogger. I've been very pleased over the past few months with how it's been handling 2-5 miles of walks a day with a ~30lb toddler. Ignore anything you may read about "difficult to maneuver," or it being "too heavy." If you're going to use a jogger for its intended purpose (hiking, trail jogs, gravel roads, etc) you WANT it to be a bit heavy and ever-so-slightly difficult to maneuver. Comparing a jogging stroller to a regular stroller is like comparing apples and steak. Considering the big box baby stores I went to carried fixed wheel joggers in the $300-650 range, this one is a steal. I wasn't able to find a sturdy, quality fixed wheel jogger anywhere else for under $300.
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First of all, I very rarely take the time to write a product review, but I felt compelled to do so in this case. There are so many factors when looking at jogging strollers to purchase and if you're like me, you really didn't know exactly what you wanted/needed before purchasing. I can tell you first hand that this stroller is a WONDERFUL product and I'd purchase it again in a heartbeat. I'm not the type of person who has to have "the best", so I really value the fact that this jogging stroller is a quality product for a reasonable price. To put it simply, my priorities in a jogging stroller were to have something I could take my daughter in that allowed us to have some fun outside together and give mommy a break. I can't imagine why someone would spend what some of the other jogging strollers cost ($500+) when one like this is on the market. Fact is, my daughter only tolerates runs up to 4 miles or so anyway, so having a stoller that would go cross country isn't a huge priority. That said, I think this stroller would do fine with any distance you threw at it. The only negative I'll mention is that the speaker is a bit small and has poor sound quality, but c'mon. I plan to replace it with a better one (maybe a bluetooth) once my daughter understands what types of music she really likes (she's just 6 months old now).Great first (and possibly lifetime) jogging stroller.
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I bought this jogger because it looked similar to the Instep jogger I already had. I had done some research and this jogger seemed to be what I was looking for. Well, it was not. Shipping was really fast and it was easy to put together but I was not impressed with the quality of the jogger. The frame rattled, not the mention the cup holder without anything even in it. It also had a compartment in between the cup holders that is small, really small. It held a package of fruit snacks, that was it.The grip was a hard rubber, which for me, did not work because as soon I started to sweat, I couldn't grip the stroller.
For any amount of running, I would not recommend this stroller.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
Discount OGIO Layover Travel Bag
Really high quality luggage. Sturdy and well designed; lots of grab-handles. Pay attention to your airline's carry-on dimensions. This bag is borderline carry-on for a lot of airlines. Technically, the actual measurements are larger than the mfr states. The wheels stick out a little too far --great for packing, not for fitting into an overhead compartment on a smaller jet. At 11x14.5x23 (measured with the protruding wheels) it doesn't meet United's (or a lot of other airlines) dimension requirements (9x14x22), but I luckily didn't overpack and could squash it flat enough (9") to stuff it in. Wheels "just" fit (14" width dim. is actually 14 1/2") and could still close overhead compartment door. Close call. C'mon OGIO, you make great luggage --if you say the bag is 10x14x22 that's what it SHOULD be---including the wheels!!!
Delivery was quick with Amazon premium.
The reason I chose Ogio is simple. My son travels a great deal. He has a lot of gear to carryon and checks an Ogio bag on each flight. Years of abuse, and the bag is still in great shape.
I now have a complete collection, the Layover bag, a back pack, a half dome, and the small roller duffel. I can use them in combination to cover any trip. I put off buying the bags for years. They are expensive. Well worth the money, you won't have to replace them.
If I had to say something negative, it is that the front pocket is not large enough for a magazine...
The word "backpack" is a mistake (thankfully). This is not a backpack, has no straps like a backpack and I cannot figure out why it is labeled as a "backpack.". It is a carry-on sized suitcase.
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Great bag. Has multiple compartments so things can be segregated, there are two zippered compartments on the inside. Bag is also expandable.Best Deals for OGIO Layover Travel Bag
It replaced a similar sized Samsonite that died after 15 years. Its first trip was overseas and fit nicely on three different overhead bins. Appears to be durable. I do not like that the outside zippered pockets are too small for regular reading material.Delivery was quick with Amazon premium.
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Feels like I am repeating myself when it comes to all things Ogio. The bag is exactly what I expected. High quality. Good looking. Arrived early. No problems.The reason I chose Ogio is simple. My son travels a great deal. He has a lot of gear to carryon and checks an Ogio bag on each flight. Years of abuse, and the bag is still in great shape.
I now have a complete collection, the Layover bag, a back pack, a half dome, and the small roller duffel. I can use them in combination to cover any trip. I put off buying the bags for years. They are expensive. Well worth the money, you won't have to replace them.
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I ordered two of these (one for me, one for my husband) and we both love, love, LOVE this suitcase. My husband says (every time he packs) he is just amazed at the amount of stuff he can fit in this bag... and it still counts as a carry-on (with Delta, anyway). I love mine too, very smart bag, easy to pack, easy to grab (lots of handles), and judging by my husbands last Ogio Layover, it should last me (us) for years to come...If I had to say something negative, it is that the front pocket is not large enough for a magazine...
The word "backpack" is a mistake (thankfully). This is not a backpack, has no straps like a backpack and I cannot figure out why it is labeled as a "backpack.". It is a carry-on sized suitcase.
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