Slight deviation from 1vs.2 piece calipers, mechanical transmission, and Giant's terrible naming...But you are all lubing your chain wrong ;) RotaLuber has started making this interesting oil...
Slight deviation from 1vs.2 piece calipers, mechanical transmission, and Giant's terrible naming...But you are all lubing your chain wrong
RotaLuber has started making this interesting oil applicator tool that disperses oil at the link pin and roller. They did send me one, and it works well with little fuss or mess. I wouldn't say it's something I can't live without now (I've haphazardly lubed my chain the same way for years, and things have been fine), but for those who want the right tool for every job, this likely scratches that itch.
From RotaLuber: RotaLuber is designed to deposit the oil only where it needs to be for the most benefit, at the roller gap to the inside link plate, so it gets to the link pin. After depositing the Lube, as the chain moves through the extended part of the tool, the rubber strip rotates the rollers to suck the oil in between the roller and the pin for optimal lubrication of the chain.
Slight deviation from 1vs.2 piece calipers, mechanical transmission, and Giant's terrible naming...But you are all lubing your chain wrong ;) RotaLuber has started making this interesting oil...
Slight deviation from 1vs.2 piece calipers, mechanical transmission, and Giant's terrible naming...But you are all lubing your chain wrong
RotaLuber has started making this interesting oil applicator tool that disperses oil at the link pin and roller. They did send me one, and it works well with little fuss or mess. I wouldn't say it's something I can't live without now (I've haphazardly lubed my chain the same way for years, and things have been fine), but for those who want the right tool for every job, this likely scratches that itch.
From RotaLuber: RotaLuber is designed to deposit the oil only where it needs to be for the most benefit, at the roller gap to the inside link plate, so it gets to the link pin. After depositing the Lube, as the chain moves through the extended part of the tool, the rubber strip rotates the rollers to suck the oil in between the roller and the pin for optimal lubrication of the chain.
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other hand... really seems like something that should have been caught before the product launch.
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other...
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other hand... really seems like something that should have been caught before the product launch.
I wonder if the NSMB review had anything to do with it...
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other...
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other hand... really seems like something that should have been caught before the product launch.
The RotaLuber is designed to apply drops of oil only at the rollers where it is needed. Rotating the rollers to suck the oil into the pins. The tool you put up the link for doesn’t do that, it will deposit oil on the entire chain
The RotaLuber is designed to apply drops of oil only at the rollers where it is needed. Rotating the rollers to suck the oil into the...
The RotaLuber is designed to apply drops of oil only at the rollers where it is needed. Rotating the rollers to suck the oil into the pins. The tool you put up the link for doesn’t do that, it will deposit oil on the entire chain
I thought the same too at first. Then I viewed the video. It also lubes the rollers and does it with less moving parts and less complexity 🙂
The RotaLuber is designed to apply drops of oil only at the rollers where it is needed. Rotating the rollers to suck the oil into the...
The RotaLuber is designed to apply drops of oil only at the rollers where it is needed. Rotating the rollers to suck the oil into the pins. The tool you put up the link for doesn’t do that, it will deposit oil on the entire chain
Slight deviation from 1vs.2 piece calipers, mechanical transmission, and Giant's terrible naming...But you are all lubing your chain wrong ;) RotaLuber has started making this interesting oil...
Slight deviation from 1vs.2 piece calipers, mechanical transmission, and Giant's terrible naming...But you are all lubing your chain wrong
RotaLuber has started making this interesting oil applicator tool that disperses oil at the link pin and roller. They did send me one, and it works well with little fuss or mess. I wouldn't say it's something I can't live without now (I've haphazardly lubed my chain the same way for years, and things have been fine), but for those who want the right tool for every job, this likely scratches that itch.
From RotaLuber: RotaLuber is designed to deposit the oil only where it needs to be for the most benefit, at the roller gap to the inside link plate, so it gets to the link pin. After depositing the Lube, as the chain moves through the extended part of the tool, the rubber strip rotates the rollers to suck the oil in between the roller and the pin for optimal lubrication of the chain.
Industry nine teasing something? I wonder what it is.
Industry nine teasing something? I wonder what it is.
Well I can only guess that they are hyping in an extra dramatic manner because they probably redesigned their stem and then realized it still looks like every other stem out there… just a guess.
How so? Won't those allow dirt and mud that would normally get stuck on the back of the fork arch to be able to push through rather than building up as much on your seals?
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other...
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other hand... really seems like something that should have been caught before the product launch.
More details from OneUp:
At OneUp, we are committed to providing the best possible products and customer service for our riders. As part of this, we are issuing a product improvement and running change notice for our recently introduced Clip Pedals.
We have received information from our customers that in rare and specific conditions, certain riders may experience difficulty unclipping from the pedal. Whether a rider experiences this issue depends on a combination of several variables, including the type of shoe, the brand of cleat, cleat position and technique. Many riders will never experience this issue. Nevertheless, we have developed an improvement to eliminate the potential for this issue and ensure the best possible performance.
The improvement involves swapping out the rear binding plates on each side of the pedal body, just in front of the binding mechanism. The updated rear binding plates improve the smoothness of unclipping regardless of the shoe, the brand of cleat, cleat position, or technique. Installation of the new plates is a quick and easy process.
Accordingly, we are offering all customers the opportunity to receive a kit to install the improved binding plates or to return their Clip Pedals to OneUp for installation of the improved binding plates by OneUp, at their option.
We expect to have improvement kits available in approximately 6 – 8 weeks from the date of this notice.
They also have a step-by-step replacement instruction on their site HERE
How so? Won't those allow dirt and mud that would normally get stuck on the back of the fork arch to be able to push through...
How so? Won't those allow dirt and mud that would normally get stuck on the back of the fork arch to be able to push through rather than building up as much on your seals?
I can see both. it also directly exposes your seals in the front.
not defending one way or another, but here's a bike in the middle of the muddy race from last year (loudenvielle). not much in the way of grime on the front of the fork.
not defending one way or another, but here's a bike in the middle of the muddy race from last year (loudenvielle). not much in the way...
not defending one way or another, but here's a bike in the middle of the muddy race from last year (loudenvielle). not much in the way of grime on the front of the fork.
Agree, I don't think its an issue at all, I guess the only issue could be if a rock or something were to get wedged perfectly in a hole and scrape against the stanchions same thing could happen in a normal fork if something falls in behind the arch anways.
Having just been shopping them, I find Santa Cruz' model and kit combos confusing and cryptic, such as the: "Santa Cruz Blur 4 C R...
Having just been shopping them, I find Santa Cruz' model and kit combos confusing and cryptic, such as the: "Santa Cruz Blur 4 C R TR" or "Santa Cruz Hightower 4 CC XO AXS RSV" 😆. I'm a big enough dork to know what all that means, but still. I'd be down if brands went back to simply naming models based on groupset, or one additional descriptor at most. Names have definitely gotten longer as brands have had to differentiate between two generations of a model coexisting in their lineups simultaneously with the post-Covid oversupply (See "Stumpjumper 15" or Slash Gen 6").
Code numbers and spec jargon in the product title. This is essentially the car audio industry for as long as I can remember.
This does the same thing for less I think? https://www.amazon.com/Smoove-Lube-Luberetta-applicator-Nozzle/dp/B0CYVMD5CJ
Just what I needed - another bottle of chain lube for my growing collection, ugh.
OneUp releasing a revised contact plate for their new Clip Pedal. On the one hand, good on them for addressing an issue quickly. On the other hand... really seems like something that should have been caught before the product launch.
I wonder if the NSMB review had anything to do with it...
I contacted oneup basically a couple of days after release and they knew about it already - they are really good pedals!!!
Industry nine teasing something? I wonder what it is.
The RotaLuber is designed to apply drops of oil only at the rollers where it is needed. Rotating the rollers to suck the oil into the pins. The tool you put up the link for doesn’t do that, it will deposit oil on the entire chain
I thought the same too at first. Then I viewed the video. It also lubes the rollers and does it with less moving parts and less complexity 🙂
Source?
It does kind of separate the oil to each side of the roller, but hard to say how effective it is.
Looks like wax lubes could clog it up quite easily
This same thread a few weeks back!
New X2 from here.
Also potentially new DHX2 with two Dials at the bottom?
Fuck your seals.
Sincerely,
Fox
But using lube is already wrong.
If your going to spend money on that may as well just go straight to immersive wax.
2nd best is liquid wax application (i.e squirt)
Immersive squirt and drip application between immersions.
Well I can only guess that they are hyping in an extra dramatic manner because they probably redesigned their stem and then realized it still looks like every other stem out there… just a guess.
How so? Won't those allow dirt and mud that would normally get stuck on the back of the fork arch to be able to push through rather than building up as much on your seals?
Looks like Fox is looking to move to 5 hour service intervals.
More details from OneUp:
At OneUp, we are committed to providing the best possible products and customer service for our riders. As part of this, we are issuing a product improvement and running change notice for our recently introduced Clip Pedals.
We have received information from our customers that in rare and specific conditions, certain riders may experience difficulty unclipping from the pedal. Whether a rider experiences this issue depends on a combination of several variables, including the type of shoe, the brand of cleat, cleat position and technique. Many riders will never experience this issue. Nevertheless, we have developed an improvement to eliminate the potential for this issue and ensure the best possible performance.
The improvement involves swapping out the rear binding plates on each side of the pedal body, just in front of the binding mechanism. The updated rear binding plates improve the smoothness of unclipping regardless of the shoe, the brand of cleat, cleat position, or technique. Installation of the new plates is a quick and easy process.
Accordingly, we are offering all customers the opportunity to receive a kit to install the improved binding plates or to return their Clip Pedals to OneUp for installation of the improved binding plates by OneUp, at their option.
We expect to have improvement kits available in approximately 6 – 8 weeks from the date of this notice.
They also have a step-by-step replacement instruction on their site HERE
I can see both. it also directly exposes your seals in the front.
not defending one way or another, but here's a bike in the middle of the muddy race from last year (loudenvielle). not much in the way of grime on the front of the fork.
Manitou owners don’t seem to have any issues with the front of their seals being exposed.
Maybe a hub that doesn't act like a brake?
Updated Hydra Hub. Thicker axle with new pawl and drive ring design. Adjustable noise levels. Less drag
Adjustable noise levels?!?
Agree, I don't think its an issue at all, I guess the only issue could be if a rock or something were to get wedged perfectly in a hole and scrape against the stanchions same thing could happen in a normal fork if something falls in behind the arch anways.
Code numbers and spec jargon in the product title. This is essentially the car audio industry for as long as I can remember.
I hope it’s compatible stuff with the older one
The old one only goes to ten.