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Which Spoke Pattern Should I Choose? | Between Two Wheels Episode #2
Does it matter which spoke pattern you choose? Calvin and Truman discuss the different patterns and what you should keep in mind before you lace up your wheel.
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Brakes: The Long and Short of It | Tech Tuesday #237
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Did you know there are short pull and long pull brake levers and caliper? WHALE you do now! This Tech Tuesday is all about work transfer, and making sure you're getting the most bang for your buck energy-wise in regards to braking. We'll explore exactly what the difference is between long pull and short pull braking systems, and what happens when you mix-and-match them. ➤ Fix It: Did you know t...
On the Level | Tech Tuesday #236
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A video you might have missed! Calvin shares a quick tip on leveling a saddle using a smart phone on today's Tech Tuesday. ➤ Fix It: Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education? • Visit our UA-cam Channel: ua-cam.com/users/parktool • Visit the Repair Help section of Parktool.com: www.parktool.com/repairhelp • Check out The Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair: www.par...
2-Minute Bike Prep: The M Check
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As Calvin and Truman get the MW-1 Mobile Workstation ready for some upcoming shows, they take a moment to remind us of the importance of prepping our own bikes before arriving at an event. Performing a simple "M" check will cover the important aspects of a bike that should be checked and tested, ensuring a better and safer ride. Find Park Tool at the Bentonville Bike Fest, May 23-26: www.benton...
Does Torque Equal Tension? | Tech Tuesday #235
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What are the differences between TORQUE and TENSION? Both are involved in tightening fasteners, but does one equal the other? On this week's Tech Tuesday, Truman discusses the differences between TORQUE and TENSION, and the potential consequences of adhering to one over the other. The SRAM story: www.sram.com/contentassets/108e5e43274d43089f204544bb8b2c30/Shifter-Brake-Clamp-Assembly-Bolt-Recal...
FAI-2 Frame Alignment Indicator
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More info: parktool.com/FAI-2 After a crash or accident, a bicycle frame may become misaligned, causing handling issues, shifting problems and wheel installation difficulties. The Park Tool Frame Alignment Indicator measures three points of contact on the frame - the head tube, seat tube, and rear dropouts - to ensure that it is perfectly straight. 39" (99 cm) long with an adjustable dropout in...
THS-1.2 Trailhead Workstation
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More info: parktool.com/THS-1.2 The THS-1.2 is a great addition to any trailhead, park, campus, apartment building, school, bike shop or anywhere else riders may need some help to get back on their bikes. This weather-proof stand features a super-stout cradle stand to get both wheels off the ground, making any adjustment easier. includes six carefully-chosen tools capable of helping with a wide...
TH-3 Tap and Bit Driver
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More info: parktool.com/TH-3 The TH-3 is a low-profile driver for both hex drive bits and small frame taps. With its small size and convenient round shape, the TH-3 makes quick work of jobs in tight places, clearing obstacles that would impede standard tap handles or hex wrenches. Ideal for restrictive areas such as water bottle cages and rack mounts. One side accommodates most square shank fra...
2602A Adapter for SRAM® Bleeding Edge™ (Mineral Oil)
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More info: parktool.com/2602A The 2602A is a fitting designed for use with the Park Tool BKM-1.2 Bleed Kit to bleed SRAM® Maven® brakes and any other SRAM® mineral oil brakes that use the Bleeding Edge™ bleed port. ➤ Fix It: Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education? • Visit our UA-cam Channel: ua-cam.com/users/parktool • Visit the Repair Help section of Parkto...
Park Tool Factory Tour
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Park Tool is headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Join president and chief mechanic Eric Hawkins as he takes you on a tour of the facility where our over 500 different tools are designed, machined, assembled, packaged, and shipped. And yes, Calvin is in the video. ➤ Fix It: Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education? • Visit our UA-cam Channel: ua-cam.com/use...
Through the Eyes of a Doughnut | Tech Tuesday #234
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Another video for the bicycle educators out there. This time Calvin shares a trick to help your visualize shifting with the aid of a delicious round treat. Doughnuts! Is there anything they can't do? ➤ Fix It: Did you know that Park Tool is the #1 resource for bicycle repair education? • Visit our UA-cam Channel: ua-cam.com/users/parktool • Visit the Repair Help section of Parktool.com: www.par...
BRK-1 Big Rolling Kit
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BRK-1 Big Rolling Kit
1971 Clamp Adapter for D-Shaped Seatposts
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1971 Clamp Adapter for D-Shaped Seatposts
This Headset is THE PITS | Tech Tuesday #233
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This Headset is THE PITS | Tech Tuesday #233
Proper Use of Torque Wrenches & Drivers: Beam Style
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Proper Use of Torque Wrenches & Drivers: Beam Style
Proper Use of Torque Wrenches & Drivers: Click Type
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Proper Use of Torque Wrenches & Drivers: Click Type
Proper Use of Torque Wrenches & Drivers: Torque Limiter/Slipper/Cam Style
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Proper Use of Torque Wrenches & Drivers: Torque Limiter/Slipper/Cam Style
Functional Differences Between Park Tool Torque Wrenches & Drivers
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Functional Differences Between Park Tool Torque Wrenches & Drivers
All About Schrader Valves | Tech Tuesday #232
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All About Schrader Valves | Tech Tuesday #232
LRT-5 Lockring Tool
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LRT-5 Lockring Tool
EWS-2 Bicycle Electronic Shift Tool
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EWS-2 Bicycle Electronic Shift Tool
CL-1.2 Chain Lube
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CL-1.2 Chain Lube
SW-6 Spoke Wrench - 3.7 mm
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SW-6 Spoke Wrench - 3.7 mm
How to Pick Out a Dropper Post
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How to Pick Out a Dropper Post
Bike Cable End Crimping | Tech Tuesday #231
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Bike Cable End Crimping | Tech Tuesday #231
Tricked-Out Kid's Bike Build: Park Tool Yule Log the 3rd
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Tricked-Out Kid's Bike Build: Park Tool Yule Log the 3rd
A Look at Barrel Adjusters | Tech Tuesday #230
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A Look at Barrel Adjusters | Tech Tuesday #230
The Life of a Race Bike: Finishing Touches | Tech Tuesday #229
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The Life of a Race Bike: Finishing Touches | Tech Tuesday #229
Answering Your Questions on Spokes & Interlacing | Between Two Wheels #1
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Answering Your Questions on Spokes & Interlacing | Between Two Wheels #1
Replace a Spoke, Save the Rim Tape | Tech Tuesday #228
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Replace a Spoke, Save the Rim Tape | Tech Tuesday #228

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  • @zygmuntthecacaokakistocrat6589
    @zygmuntthecacaokakistocrat6589 14 годин тому

    I loathe and despise paired or grouped spoke attachments to rims, with big unsupported arcs between them (I'm looking at you Campagnolo {and their imitators}, with your counter-factual, marketing-driven G3 malarky. GITB). These patterns make the wheel impossible to true accurately, once they've had a knock or two, and the wheel needs a heavier rim to withstand the point loading that the spoke groupings apply. Also: aluminium spokes. Which jeenyus thought those up? I haven't seen a wheel more than 5 years old where one or more nipples haven't seized onto the spoke it's threaded to, meaning that you twist, fatigue then snap the spoke as you attempt to turn the nipple. Or lightweight steel spokes into alloy nipples without proper thread prep compound. Pshaw!

  • @erins9271
    @erins9271 14 годин тому

    Would a greater number of spokes and more crosses be better for a bike that carries a lot of weight?

  • @fugitivephilo
    @fugitivephilo 15 годин тому

    Lifesaver!! I just did a headset maintenance, went out to ride, clunking headset, wobble in the stem.. I thought I had put it back together wrong or missed a spacer. Turns out I just needed to do the first step here. Bingo !!!!

  • @Cyclonut96
    @Cyclonut96 16 годин тому

    So, you don't think it was the crossed spokes making the creaking sound?

  • @aznwierdone
    @aznwierdone 16 годин тому

    I've seen snowflake and crows foot. Super neat. My favorite personal one is 2:1 lacing patterns for mismatched hub and rim, though I'm no Clyde and those wheels aren't heavy duty.

  • @Iowahurler82
    @Iowahurler82 16 годин тому

    Currently waiting for my spokes for my first build. 24/28 hole 2 cross. Using black and silver stainless spokes. All leading black, all trailing silver. Eventually, I plan on rebuilding my single speed bikes wheels as a snowflake.

  • @wheelfree
    @wheelfree 17 годин тому

    It's rare for me to watch a 20min YT video at one go. This is one of them.

  • @rerite2
    @rerite2 17 годин тому

    I'm just here for the music.

  • @pauljames4510
    @pauljames4510 17 годин тому

    It’s allways bin 3 cross for me 🚲💨

  • @pinchflat
    @pinchflat 17 годин тому

    My favorite to build is 3x with a twist at the 3rd cross. Just fun. My race wheels I build are just standard 3x. I also like the "crowd foot" a 2x with a radial up the center. Light and unique.

  • @jonowens460
    @jonowens460 18 годин тому

    Could never get it right😮 thanks man; if you do it in this order, you can't miss.

  • @nathancole8103
    @nathancole8103 19 годин тому

    Calvin Rules

  • @theirlifestorypodcast7469
    @theirlifestorypodcast7469 19 годин тому

    A+ Amazing instructional video!

  • @MakeCriminalsIllegalAgain
    @MakeCriminalsIllegalAgain 20 годин тому

    Nooooooo!!! My beloved park tool videos have been tarnished by talk of electronic motorcycles. This was supposed to be a safe space 😞

  • @franciscogonzalezmaldonado6781
    @franciscogonzalezmaldonado6781 20 годин тому

    Para bicicleta electrica.cual es recomendable.3.cruses.?...o.,4 Cruces..

  • @franciscogonzalezmaldonado6781
    @franciscogonzalezmaldonado6781 20 годин тому

    Cuál más recomendable para bicicleta de montaña 29.....tres cruces .o. cuatro.???.

  • @kayasper6081
    @kayasper6081 21 годину тому

    Yeah right. And within a few years there will be lack of certain spare parts and the apropiate tools, so we will be forced to throw away our good bikes and buy new ones.

  • @heksogen4788
    @heksogen4788 22 години тому

    Why cant newly hired bicycle mechanics watch these and learn instead of doing the sloppy job?

    • @parktool
      @parktool 20 годин тому

      Many shops will have new mechanics watch these videos as part of their training. Video, hands on, then back to a video.

  • @paulfafard918
    @paulfafard918 22 години тому

    I would love to get your opinion on the old practice of tying the spokes at the final cross. I think it was big for people that did touring and loaded down their bikes for long distance trips.

    • @pinchflat
      @pinchflat 17 годин тому

      I have "tied and soldered" a few wheels. It does not do much for durability. It is great for endurance races. If you break a spoke it does not flop around. It is held in the wheel allowing you to continue.

  • @thegreener196
    @thegreener196 22 години тому

    checked everything and it still wont shift to the smallest cog? would my cable be to tight?

  • @moparman6814
    @moparman6814 23 години тому

    What about tied and soldered wheels? Used to see that in the old days

    • @parktool
      @parktool 22 години тому

      That is a topic for another day. A fun skill that does perhaps nothing but entertain us.

    • @pinchflat
      @pinchflat 17 годин тому

      Good for endurance races. A broken spoke stays in the wheel and not flopping about.

    • @dcataj5085
      @dcataj5085 16 годин тому

      Usually this means faster and more responsive, but also not as comfy, and it can potentially put increased stress on the rim.

  • @user-gh4is7wf3c
    @user-gh4is7wf3c День тому

    Why not use foot pounds instead of newton meters?

    • @parktool
      @parktool 22 години тому

      Newton meters (Nm) is now the common terminology in the bicycle industry. You can convert of course. Most torque specifications are fairly light and Nm works out better.

  • @trendhoundz6399
    @trendhoundz6399 День тому

    anyone can explain this barrel thing easier ? or any other way...how does turning it for my bike help . 1.cable - is adjusted by bith the High 'low screws at the frint and rear . by truning this barrels what really hapens ?? im confused now ...

    • @parktool
      @parktool 22 години тому

      The barrels effect the cable. Perhaps test it and observe what happen. Turn it one way, then try the other.

  • @MarkizVonSchnitzel
    @MarkizVonSchnitzel День тому

    Lol. My no name bakes lok NOTHING like this.

  • @SpikeTheSpiker
    @SpikeTheSpiker День тому

    Fantastic video, followed it almost step by step and actually manged to fine tune my derailer, the only thing I'd recommend to people is watch the entire video once, so you learn about the b-screw. I found that mine was all the way out and it made it impossible to tune the derailer, after sending it to the right distance everything could be set up correctly.

  • @peterwillson1355
    @peterwillson1355 День тому

    Best keep things practical and simple. Cross 3, 36 or 32 hole.

  • @endtimeslips4660
    @endtimeslips4660 День тому

    G3 still the strongest for my personal experience.

  • @FuchsHorst
    @FuchsHorst День тому

    i managed to break a SRAM DualDrive 3 hub with 3/2 on 36L crossings, 3 holes in the hub flange frayed. :(

  • @johnandrus3901
    @johnandrus3901 День тому

    Both my touring bike and my tandem, have wheels built by my local shop owner, who has since retired, but keeps busy at a another shop a couple of days a week. He's one of the best, anywhere. The touring bike has a 36 spoke front, small flange wheel and a 40 spoke rear. The tandem has a 40 spoke high flange front and a 48 spoke rear. Both have cassette hubs on the rear. In the many years that I've ridden on these wheels, I've never had a broken spoke. I've never paid attention to the cross-pattern, but they are super durable and have taken quite a bit of abuse, over the years. An excellent video, as always.

    • @SerPurple51
      @SerPurple51 18 годин тому

      Make sure you stay on top of truing them and keep them in good shape! Those are one of a kind!

  • @thesohnly
    @thesohnly День тому

    What about mixing a 36 hole hub with a 28 hole rim?

    • @parktool
      @parktool 22 години тому

      Technically possible, but you will end up with several lengths of spokes. A fun math or CAD problem certainly, but not practical.

  • @karlmichael2255
    @karlmichael2255 День тому

    Very informative. Would it be beneficial if I opted to have a 3 crosses on my 20 size set of wheels, 36 holes and a 24 set of wheels, 32,36 holes?

  • @caracolrojo
    @caracolrojo День тому

    17:35 "more neighbours taking the load"

  • @Pienimusta
    @Pienimusta День тому

    Lacing and truing bike wheel is dark arts.

    • @JK-dv3qe
      @JK-dv3qe День тому

      you have to be a Jedi

    • @pinchflat
      @pinchflat 17 годин тому

      Not "dark art". Just science and math.

  • @mikejarrells431
    @mikejarrells431 День тому

    I'm guessing radial is the weakest option. Do more crosses equal more strength?

    • @komoonkh
      @komoonkh День тому

      Yes, if done right. But it also means more weight and rotational mass

    • @Iowahurler82
      @Iowahurler82 17 годин тому

      Depends on the application and the parts chosen.

    • @Iowahurler82
      @Iowahurler82 17 годин тому

      @@komoonkh Depends on parts chosen and application. Much more nuanced than any blanket yes or no can accurately answer.

  • @anotheryoutuber_
    @anotheryoutuber_ День тому

    there are only two good options 36 3cross and 72 radial

  • @paisfr
    @paisfr День тому

    Hello bonjour , Calvin & Friends is masters in the field 😄 Thank you

  • @HUKIT.
    @HUKIT. День тому

    I work on everything on my mtb bikes but I’ve never built a wheel. As always another great video lads!

  • @jaydavee
    @jaydavee День тому

    I have 24-spoke Bontrager wheels which have spoke pairs close together instead of evenly spaced. I tore a spoke out of the rear rim while torquing uphill a few years ago. The hubs are not damaged. I never get motivated to do anything with finding rims and spokes to rebuild those. The bike those wheels were on now has wheels which I built in 2021. They are DT Swiss R500 32-spoke rims, 14 gauge spokes with 3 cross lacing, Deore disc brake hubs.

  • @handendaer
    @handendaer День тому

    If carrying about optimization and ur performance/results, u need try and feel. U just never know what u like, but knowing is The first step.

  • @heightencraft
    @heightencraft День тому

    Really enjoyed the comprehensive breakdown of wheel lacing in this video. Some nuggets of wisdom here. Thanks gents!

  • @RealMTBAddict
    @RealMTBAddict День тому

    Saving this video. Great information. 🛞🛞🛞

  • @danalbert5785
    @danalbert5785 День тому

    Science of wheel building has been debated for 100 years. Fifty years ago, had a tandem that broke spokes on the rear wheel. I removed freewheel and drilled 9 holes in hub and rim and added 9 spokes only on freewheel side. Problem solved. What is the best kind of tandem? Someone else tandem!

    • @RealMTBAddict
      @RealMTBAddict День тому

      Not really debated, more like improved.

  • @RealMTBAddict
    @RealMTBAddict День тому

    My custom wheels from Universal Cycles have 12,000 miles on them since 2018. Still straight as new, Spank Spike Race 33 rims and Hope Pro 4 hubs, DT Swiss Competition spokes with brass nipples. They are 3 cross. They've been up and down Pikes Peak Barr trail twice and Mount Elbert 3 times. Get a wheelset for durability, not for weight. You'll save a lot of money over the years.

    • @nathantoney.1501
      @nathantoney.1501 23 години тому

      I bought a pair of raceface 35mm rims and halo hubs. Just told my guy “make them as strong as possible”. Raced on an ebike for 5 years. Never had to true or tension them. No dents cuz Cushcore with meganorris on top front and rear.

  • @nathancole8103
    @nathancole8103 День тому

    Calvin Rules

  • @user-xw2cu1dn1y
    @user-xw2cu1dn1y День тому

    ،Nice

  • @buzzkill4623
    @buzzkill4623 День тому

    excellent video

  • @rorycampbell6146
    @rorycampbell6146 День тому

    I've been trying to learn this for years. Thanks to Calvin I have finally got it sussed. Thanks for a brilliant explanation.

  • @nathancole8103
    @nathancole8103 День тому

    Calvin rules

  • @gurubuddhi4665
    @gurubuddhi4665 День тому

    Ahh brilliant! loosen the calliper bolts and squeeze the brake lever and tighten the calliper bolts!

  • @THErickuss
    @THErickuss День тому

    Wd 40 (water displacement 40) is one of the best penetration oils if you watch proJect farm.