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Lunch on my last ride. :confused:

Understatement!

I've been watching Park Tools new PRS-30LB mechanical lift work stand since it was first introduced back in February. It wasn't widely available until June, and I was lucky enough to grab one before the initial run sold out...

Maybe you could find a used colonoscopy machine somewhere. 😄

Yeah, this would be a winter project for me as well if I hadn't busted that mag wheel.

I was planning on switching from Slime to Muc-Off. Thanks for the tip on using silicone grease. Can you just apply it to the valve core before installing, or does the grease need to be placed inside the valve stem? The same problem would happen with Slime over time. I would just remove the...

Yeah, I hate to give up on the Tannus. 5 seasons, two bikes and 15K miles without a flat. It did save my bacon recently when I hit a rock and broke a chunk out of my mag wheel rim. If it weren't for the stiff sidewall on the Tannus Armor, the tube would have blown out. Not sure why I wasn't...

After 5 seasons, I'm finally giving up on Tannus Armor. They are just too difficult to install and make on road tire repairs almost impossible. With some effort, I installed them on two bikes in 2020 but when I recently tried to replace them, I was simply not able to do it. Not sure why since...

From your picture, it looks like the DC (low voltage) cable. It appears to be damaged very close to the connector and there may not be enough good wire left to do a proper repair. Your decision to replace the charger is probably best.

If it's the cord on the AC side, unless you are comfortable with doing repairs on higher voltage wiring, I would either get a new cord (if replaceable) or a new charger. Repairs on AC or DC cords can usually be done safely with a variety of methods. I prefer these crimp connectors with heat...

FWIW, the Montana also has a handlebar mount which lets you use 12V to power it. https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/647145/pn/010-12881-03/ Not helpful for most e-bikes but I use a 12V buck converter for other 12V devices so I also use it to power my 700i. It also has audio leads if you want to...

Anyone planning on riding the GAP (Great Allegheny Passage) in Pennsylvania, be aware the trail is closed due to a landslide between Rockwood and Markleton. I'm a member of the GAP Conservancy and just received this alert: Closure Between Rockwood and Markleton GAP Mile 48 | Reported on June...

IMO, your best choice would be a cargo bike, or even a trike, with a dual battery. Carrying a second battery as a spare is also an option. When you look at a bikes weight capacity, keep 2 things in mind. Does the rating include the weight of the bike plus rider? Also, you need to think about...

Yes, I've used the Montana 700i in densely forested areas without an external antenna. The unit will accept one, but I've never needed it. The valleys here in the east aren't as severe as those in Idaho though, so I can't vouch for performance out that way. No, The 67csx does not have the...

I've been using Garmin's Inreach satellite service for 3 years now on my Montana GPS and I have yet to find a place where it does not work. IMO, it's well worth the $16 /mo subscription price.