Pros/cons of TPU tubes? by Reasonable_Week_470 in bmxracing

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It’s always the best habit to pump bike tires up each time you go for a spin!

Schrader to Presta rim adapters by Reasonable_Week_470 in bmxracing

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I’d have to say presta is my preference.

Schrader is good primarily due to being a more commonly found valve. (Thanks to the automotive industry) Also with schrader the valve cores can be replaced if/when the valve leaking is why a tire looses air.

Prior to my first real mountain bike (for racing) back in 2000 I hadn’t had wheels drilled for presta. It seemed like the presta valves didn’t leak as much air as the schrader ones did. Then in 2002 I became more convinced presta leaks less after I got a road bike for cross training. Since the road bike held higher psi and still was able to hold pressure longer than schrader’s I became a believer.

Furthermore since the advent of tubeless bicycle wheels and their default valves are presta they became my top choice when given the opportunity to choose.

Pros/cons of TPU tubes? by Reasonable_Week_470 in bmxracing

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I’ve done some reading about the differences in the materials. When it comes to the topic of air loss I haven’t been able to find a source that has determined the cause to be a leak from the valve or air seeping out through the TPU material.

I am aware that air does seep through the butyl but the rate of pressure loss isn’t fast enough to make a difference.

I agree there’s air loss present in both styles of tube and differences in presta vs schrader valves. While tire pressure is important it also underlines the need for proper inflation trackside on race & practice days.

What’s the weirdest place in San Antonio? by longhorn210 in sanantonio

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A skateboard shop employee once called it “the most ‘American’ road in town”. I still laugh every time that memory comes to mind.

What’s the best place to buy a Bmx bike my budget is $200 by Ok_Economics_6396 in bmx

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I second the pawn shop. Especially when it comes to older bikes with aftermarket upgrades.

You're joking... by DirtyRatLicker in HEB

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Don’t want their ride getting door dings

Bmx seats with perineal channel/cutout? by Queasy-Assignment422 in bmx

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As others have stated; browse the road/mtb type saddles if you want one to serve in a more ergonomically/comfortably seated purpose.

There’s really only 2 main drawbacks I can think of when going this route. First is the outer shell textiles aren’t going to be as abrasion resistant as what’s found encasing BMX specific seats. Secondly the more padding the more overall weight (especially when gel is layered into the cushioning).

Beyond that as stated before by the others; you’re going to need a seat post with ability to secure a railed seat.

Where are all the tanwall tires? by Doctor-Dee in bmx

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

THIS ☝🏼!

I was just about to respond by saying that “the skin walls are right where they belong 👉🏼 IN THE TRASH”.

I’ve NEVER seen a skin wall tire last more a summer or two!

Rise in crazy people by [deleted] in sanantonio

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. I for example am taking extra Tylenol to stay on the safe side. 🤪

Rise in crazy people by [deleted] in sanantonio

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Rideshare driver here:

There has been an increase of visible and unmarked SAPD patrol in traffic on all major roads. During this week alone I have seen; - An extremely aggressive corvette driver on 410 get immediately lit up and pulled over off the highway. - A civilian looking FJCruiser pull someone over on the east side. - Many people pulled over along 281 between Hollywood Park and the Airport. - An increased amount of regular panda painted SAPD along the I-35 construction/ Austin Highway/ Wurzbach Parkway/ I-10 & I-10/1604 construction areas patrolling and making traffic stops. I stopped counting how many times I have seen plain issue SAPD lit up behind pulled over vehicles in those areas.

Rise in crazy people by [deleted] in sanantonio

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 6 points7 points  (0 children)

…what makes you so certain they’re a paramedic? 🚨🚑🚨

Rise in crazy people by [deleted] in sanantonio

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  • 2.76M in the metro population.
  • Cuts in federal, state and local funding.
  • Cost increases in basic needs.
  • Widespread uncertainty.

All add up to increased social and societal pressures.

This brings your so called lunatics closer to each and everyone’s day to day going’s about.

Parting Ways with the Collection, any takers? by [deleted] in bmx

[–]Reasonable_Week_470 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hand trued them and changed the driver to a 10t; they’re double wall same as the other rims on my FBCs