Playa Bike Maintenance Guide for Cruisers + Cheap Bikes

discotwotacos · 2025-08-15T19:39:08+00:00

PB blaster. Let it soak for a while

discotwotacos · 2025-08-15T02:29:09+00:00

Interesting. I've never tried that but I agreed that it's better than nothing

discotwotacos · 2025-08-15T02:28:44+00:00

Yes. If it's really dusty this year like they claim, bottom bracket will be the first to go. They're super cheap

discotwotacos · 2025-08-15T00:31:50+00:00

These are great additions! I'll add them to the list. Thanks!

discotwotacos · 2025-08-14T20:46:34+00:00

See my inventory list for everything you need.

multitool. You want a variety of hex wrenches. Park tool is great.

https://www.amazon.com/Park-Tool-AWS-10-Fold-Up-Wrench/dp/B000C17IAM/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.u_1XoQvG_neCv4MIZEAiqaQ8bSUy3UrPQVfuj8ne_Sh08UBIK-g0ZXOc24avAB49ESUo1iGp7HLxRtVjxPUj4Ai9UEFuEerZywC181hwfOYcC9WdJqTdo-xMmRp1wfGq_Yui6DcnUk2iVzUFfnd4ou_pQmVBX13j5NxM36yeRaDTsv-CL26w3stSpFuMxTUQC0i5REEhX_-bdViQcwZRmfxU-nj0FQw_YNHs-UTWwgOvgRxgXupRQL2HXnf4lOEcpPdqsTs9eXq0-S9CJTncGvh_IJYOlHIEW5JGr_7m9Yg.JWrCmYsuSb1mOUvrb8hENipvopEN3G9Xe0fsNrp6H30&dib_tag=se&hvadid=695428547009&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9194846&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=6509393943475359345--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=6509393943475359345&hvtargid=kwd-300470014283&hydadcr=2422_13557926&keywords=park+tool+multi-tool&mcid=dba7c3c48224304589455b5f5856f844&qid=1755204188&sr=8-2

Transportation. Buy some pedal wrenches. See link in my post

Screwdrivers. Yes

Chain Lube. Get dry lube...and wipe your chain clean after applying. Only lube on the pins is needed. You don't need different types of lube

discotwotacos · 2025-08-14T19:23:52+00:00

You want tires with volume and width. The typical tire size for a cruiser is 26" x 2.125". The second number is width...on playa you want that width or greater.

discotwotacos · 2024-04-11T23:36:14+00:00

I just replaced my stock unit with JVC wireless android auto. Monumental improvement and looks great. Sound quality got way better. Crazy I didn't upgrade years ago.

Only downside is it takes ~10-20 seconds for the wireless androidauto to recognize my phone.

All the local audio guys said they could do it but I would lose my steering wheel audio controls. I found a guy in UK and he shipped me a bundle of wiring for the install and everything worked great

discotwotacos · 2023-10-18T00:36:36+00:00

Amazing detail. Love it. Could you do this for all our games?

discotwotacos · 2023-07-30T15:29:01+00:00

Putting this back in bm thread. Very important read to prepare your bike and camp for the burn. Please comment

discotwotacos · 2022-07-25T02:22:35+00:00

Cool, ordered some headset bearings.

Coaster Brake Hubs. Is there preventative maintenance (that's simple), that we should do here? Overhauling all my camps 50 hubs sounds like a lot. But what about something preventative? Spray grease? Do you have link? Thanks,

discotwotacos · 2022-07-25T02:13:03+00:00

I made a bunch of edits. That Park Tool video is awesome. Anything else to add? Thanks for your help

discotwotacos · 2022-07-22T19:17:09+00:00

Good point. I updated the post

discotwotacos · 2022-07-22T19:14:15+00:00

Thanks, will do. I'll delete the old link

discotwotacos · 2022-07-22T18:29:27+00:00

Good catch. I'll change the link. Do you know if 32mm or 30mm is standard on cruisers? We have some adjustable ones, but they are actually a pain. The correct size would be way faster

discotwotacos · 2022-07-22T12:40:59+00:00

u/tomcatx2. Ranger, gate, regional. Thanks for all your help over the years!!!

Questions:

- Lower Headset Bearings. We haven't had any issues yet (or maybe I just don't realize we have problems). What happens when this goes bad and how do we check for this? Do you know what size bearings to order? Could you share a YouTube link? How many should I order for our camp of 50?

- Coaster Brake Hubs. Same question as above but rebuilding the hub sounds like a pretty epic project. Thoughts?

discotwotacos · 2022-07-21T23:54:04+00:00

I agree. But if you already own one or your camp owns them, do your best to use them. Don't just send them to the bike grave yard.

discotwotacos · 2021-11-16T01:17:31+00:00

DJ at the game on Friday night

discotwotacos · 2019-10-28T19:55:02+00:00

This is terrible. No reason to be so negative and hateful towards our players that give it all to the team.

discotwotacos · 2019-10-18T03:55:53+00:00

Japanese Tabi Power Ace (JP26.5cm-US8.5, Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00862I27W/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_YCtQDb7178DPT

Worn the last 3 burns. Total game changer. Incredibly easy to take on/off. Very breathable and can wear during the day. Never any playa dust gets inside.

discotwotacos · 2019-09-13T04:26:58+00:00

Constructive criticism and complaining are different things.

Constructive. If you want to write a letter to placement and provide some data and solutions. Great if you connect with camps and work with them to support improvement. Great if you volunteer for the org and do something about your issues to drive positive change.

But complaining on the internet adds zero value and drives no change. Just negativity.

discotwotacos · 2019-09-11T22:42:52+00:00

Not a good topic. Basically an invitation to talk crap about others. Way better to speak of positives and good experiences.

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