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drinkslinger replied to David Menestres's discussion Frame pump vs. CO2 systems: How do you inflate on the go?

"CO2. Hands down. 16gram CO2s weigh very little. take up almost no space and most shops sell 'em for about 2 bucks a shot. Get a good inflator that has a trigger and works with threaded and non-threaded CO2. If you're running a small seat…"

Oct 11, 2010

David Menestres replied to Fixed Gear Republic's discussion What bike lock do you use? What are the best bike locks that you have come across.

"I have a Kryptonite New York lock. Great for a rigid lock. I enjoy it a lot. Works well for general city use and seems pretty solid. Worth the weight. Only drawbacks are not great for getting around large size objects and is expensive."

Feb 8, 2010

David Menestres replied to David Menestres's discussion Frame pump vs. CO2 systems: How do you inflate on the go?

"I have a similar pump, the Road Morph, which is the one that crapped out on me, but Topeak did send me replacement parts (without a receipt on my part! Good for them). It works pretty well but it's a lot of pumping to get anywhere near 100 psi."

Dec 27, 2009

yogi replied to David Menestres's discussion Frame pump vs. CO2 systems: How do you inflate on the go?

"co2 might make you 90 psi, finish off with your HP pump... or better yet, dont bother with co2.. this is a great pump.. you attach the head, lock it.. put it at the bottom or near where you set up the end of the pump that pushes into the ground…"

Dec 27, 2009

David Menestres replied to David Menestres's discussion Frame pump vs. CO2 systems: How do you inflate on the go?

"That's pretty much where I stand as well. I decided to stick with the pump since Topeak decided to replace it for free. I do want to investigate CO2 systems in the future, but at the moment I am wicked broke so it will have to wait."

Dec 25, 2009

erik christman replied to David Menestres's discussion Frame pump vs. CO2 systems: How do you inflate on the go?

"The way that I see it,, either you pump or pay not to pump. Sure air is free but trying to ram 110psi with a little pump is hard. CO2 is easy but the caps of CO2 are a few bucks for each flat. If you have never used one before (though they are dead…"

Dec 25, 2009

David Menestres replied to Matts Rabbit's discussion Riding shoes (not cycling shoes)

"I usually rock out my Chaco sandals or Earth Jova shoes. I find them both comfortable for short and long rides (50+ miles)."

Oct 25, 2009

David Menestres posted a discussion

Frame pump vs. CO2 systems: How do you inflate on the go?

Recently I had another flat while out riding. My Toepeak Road Morph frame pump gave out half way through inflating my tire. I've only used the thing on four tires. Any suggestions for replacements? or should I just switch to a CO2 system? Any suggestions on those?

Oct 25, 2009

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David Menestres replied to Fixed Gear Republic's discussion What lights do you ride with at night?

"I have the Planet Bike Beamer http://ecom1.planetbike.com/3029.html for the front and the Superflash clipped to my bag on the back. Nothing fancy but they do a good job and are fairly cheap for lights that are so bright. They handle bad weather well…"

Oct 17, 2009

David Menestres is now a member of Fixed Gear Republic | Fixies Republic

Oct 17, 2009

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