Ep 83: 7 Mechanic Hacks All Cyclists Should Know + Are Top End Groupsets Overrated?

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00:00 Jimmi’s DIY dye disaster
03:59 Nic’s Project 400 progress…
07:37 Zwift now lets you upload outdoor rides
14:21 What US tariffs might mean for the bike industry
26:25 Pro mechanic bike hacks all cyclists should know…
27:03 1) Chain rotation
30:05 2) Stand up to fit your tyres
31:46 3) White paper for disc brake pads
34:16 4) The split link trick
36:10 5) Get to know your bike
39:52 6) Pedal swimming
40:35 7) Soak your bike like a saucepan
42:56 Unpopular Opinion: Second-hand bikes trump new entry level bikes
50:22 Unpopular Opinion: Don’t waste all your money on the groupset
57:10 Send us your Unpopular Opinions and questions
57:26 Gear ratios - what’s the difference?

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