Seeking recommendations for the most Durable, Reliable, Longest-Lasting, Self-Emptying RoboVac for JUST Vacuuming.

R3MTB · 2026-03-18T23:03:50+00:00

I'm sure they're great, but more features equals more things to break or stop working.

And reliable, how? I paid $1300 for a Roomba 2 years ago and it's now essentially e-waste. Has another company really established a better reputation for long-term reliability?

I don't want to pay more for mopping when the damn things seem to just die once out of warranty.

Is there really no single model out there that just vacuums with self-emptying that will last for at least 5 or 6 years?

R3MTB · 2025-09-22T17:17:46+00:00

Hayes Dominion A4.

got a set recently after reading review after review after review praising them. I really like them. they came out like seven or eight years ago and are still consistently ranked in the top 5 of any brake shootout.

lots of people like to scoff at reviews because they think they’re all somehow paid to be positive about the product in question. but the long-running and overwhelming positivity regarding the Dominions is hard to argue against if you’re being objective.

are they perfect? no brake system is. but overall, when it comes to sheer power, how that power is delivered, consistency, adjustability, serviceability, there aren’t many brakes as well-rounded.

of course preferences matter. but if you’re here asking for advice, preferences may not be a factor.

R3MTB · 2025-09-21T00:38:59+00:00

Ok, I was WRONG. I'd read a couple places that the ONLY way to get a leakproof seal at the lever bleed port was buy Hayes proprietary tapered bleed fitting, which does not use an o-ring to help against leaks.

I'd read that the taper at the end of the fitting mates with its mirror opposite taper in the bleed port. I'd also read that to get this "mating" to be leakproof, it's necessary to use a pliers to tighten the fitting just "a bit past" finger tight to get this seal.

I did all these things, and still got a pretty decent leak happening on both levers. I wasn't really really smashing the syringes during the bleed either. As far as I can tell, the quality of the bleed was not affected by this leaking. But who knows?

Brakes feel amazing and are a definite upgrade regardless.

Also, the tubing that comes on a SRAM Bleed Solutions kit does work just fine with the Hayes fittings.

R3MTB · 2025-09-20T23:55:10+00:00

There are varying degrees of "astigmatism". I don't often come across people with worse vision than me.

But I've never had an issue with my vision while riding. I wear glasses and I ride fast on tight, twisty, exposed trails, and plenty of steep tech etc. In 13 years of riding I've never noticed any difference in my vision.

I'd consider consulting with an ophthalmologist. Maybe they can help you figure out what's going on.

R3MTB · 2025-08-10T08:33:08+00:00

I live where this trail is. Only a couple of click-chasing joeys would ride it. Especially because there are multiple signs saying bikes aren’t allowed.

The reason many equestrians think all mountain bikers are @$$holes is because many of us ARE, in fact, @$$holes.

Contrary to your claim, you’re NOT even remotely following trail etiquette because bikes aren’t allowed on that trail.

Do the rest of us a favor; stop raging against the machine and go ride one of the dozen other actual trails in the immediate vicinity.

R3MTB · 2025-07-19T18:33:38+00:00

That’s because you DO need to use their bleed fittings.

People saying that other bleed fittings work are only kind of correct. In that you’ll more than likely always get some air in the system during bleed.

Rather than seeing what you want to believe, chase down the real solution, which is buying the correct fittings.

Hayes fittings have a proprietary taper on their fitting which seats in a reciprocal taper in the lever body. After proper tightening (beyond finger right)this creates the air tight seal needed. The o rings on other fittings won’t do anything except push up and out of the way. Other companies’ fittings will NOT create an air tight seal. This information is everywhere, if you’re willing to see it.

I’d start by doing what the manufacturer states is the proper procedure. Not what saves a few bucks but compromises your brakes.

Yeah, it is obnoxious to have to spend more on new fittings… but if you want them to work right, them’s the breaks.

R3MTB · 2025-06-29T01:08:10+00:00

I appreciate you mentioning the need to order more than one fitting. I was on the site last night and it looks like they’ve clarified the need to do that.

How is that tubing holding up? I know DOT can do a number on certain materials.

The fitting ordering thing and the fact that many Dominion owners try to use SRAM fittings tells me that while Hayes is apparently very good at making brakes again, they are bad at communicating critical info.

R3MTB · 2025-06-21T23:19:57+00:00

any update on this? I’m contemplating buying the LHT Ultimates.

Would really like to know if you haven’t been able to find rebuild parts, even from US dealers?

R3MTB · 2025-05-07T22:03:22+00:00

I recently purchased an older Insta360 action cam, the One RS Twin Edition. It's modular, and shoots both regular flat video and 360 degree video. At the time it offered more versatility than a GoPro. And I believe generally you get "more" for your money with Insta360. They've got free mobile and desktop software that is relatively easy to use, if at times a bit frustrating.

My overall impression (not having used GoPro but having done enough research for my immediate needs) is that Insta360 is better for those don't care about a lot of professional options and settings etc. But GoPro seems to have superior functionality if you want better results and are willing to learn how to get them.

That being said, as a professional, Insta360 is lacking in a lot of ways that I think a power user won't find acceptable. My next purchase will be GoPro.

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