That's my main issue. I walk like a penguin so I also hit the stays with my wonky legs
Invisiframe vs Ride Wrap
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Just put something more substantial in that spot like a tube, mastic tape etc.
Ridewrap and really any of the other similar stuff is really only to prevent damage to the paint or finish.
I've had good luck with ride wrap
The frame has some protection there from the factory so that's good
Soap acts as a lubricant that later evaporates but allows re-positioning for a while. Remember, most greases have soap as a base but carried in a gel.
They're a pain in the ass, but they do protect against transportation scratching, which is where the majority of my frame marking comes from.
They're a pain in the ass, but they do protect against transportation scratching, which is where the majority of my frame marking comes from.
Thanks for mentioning transportation. I'm a moron and completely forgot about stupi scratches from it. Will splurge and get the fancy 95% ride wrap and then complain about a weekend spend playing with foil
The one thing I liked about Ridewrap is that their packaging and contents was really good. Its comes with everything you need except for the bike, water and spray bottle.
But yeah when you go to do it, be prepared to punt any nearby random object when you either mess up, discover some dirt/bubbles or have to try and peal the wrap back and do it again. Bring beer.
One thing I learned is to not even bother with trying to cover the welds - the shit just won't stick to it.
But yeah when you go to do it, be prepared to punt any nearby random object when you either mess up, discover some dirt/bubbles or have to try and peal the wrap back and do it again. Bring beer.
One thing I learned is to not even bother with trying to cover the welds - the shit just won't stick to it.
I don't normally rub frames much, but still wore through that in about 10 minutes. Godspeed.
I've been riding bikes long enough that I know where I rub/scratch frames so I just apply the 3m Helicopter tape or whatever it is called where it is needed because it is relatively inexpensive and a roll will last several bikes.
Cool thing with anodized frames - you can use a blowtorch to undo munted fasteners and seized bearing races without tarnishing them.
Uh... not that I'd ever recommend a blowtorch as a bike tool. No sirreee
I dont have toooo much time with RideWrap, but I bought the "Covered" bundle and its been great. I was concerned it was gunu look like clear stickers on my flat tan paint job, but it is next to invisible. The instructions kinda intimidated me for a sec, but watching a couple youtube vids made the job a breeze.
I just got back from whistler, traveling and flying with my bike, and im glad I bought this stuff. Holy shit some people don't care about their jobs
Pulled the triger on those. Will see. I'm not the most precise person in the world but I have time next weekend so I will just go slow
I think its actually one of those types of things where chugging a beer and just sending it, is the better way to go. Otherwise you're going to be humming and hawing over it not being perfect, which will just make it worse.
Its all in the prep making sure the pieces fit and are ready to go. Then beer + full send.
Its all in the prep making sure the pieces fit and are ready to go. Then beer + full send.
have a needle ready
They advice against that.
for the day after, when you gonna see where you fucked up
My GF is a daugher of a tax inspector. I will just use her OCT to check for mistakes and correct immediately.
That's where the problem is, if you peel it up and fix one bubble, when you lay it back down there's going to be another one somewhere else or a piece of dust or something. Or in my case in one spot, a friggin cat hair.
If you don't get it right the first time, then its probably going to be like that for good. Just make sure to soak everything in the liquid - like seriously, get that everywhere and make a mess, the more the better. And then big long firm strokes of the squeegee.
If you don't get it right the first time, then its probably going to be like that for good. Just make sure to soak everything in the liquid - like seriously, get that everywhere and make a mess, the more the better. And then big long firm strokes of the squeegee.
my bubbles only appeared after drying
I installed the RideWrap Tailored kit on my new bike back in late March. Overall it fit pretty well and I had to only make a few minor adjustments to some pieces. There were so many pieces though, some areas don't really seem necessary to cover. Next time I'd probably just get the Covered kit instead. I took my time with it over two evenings and probably spent 5-6 hours getting it installed. It turned out really well with almost no bubbles and I haven't noticed any edges coming up yet.
Shiiiiiit. I have cats that produce enough hair to fill 1 years worth of patagonia jackets. I may need to do it outside.
warmth is your enemy too
It's 18C here.
Little known fact: Hospitals use Baby Shampoo to clean wounds. It has a tiny bit of anti-ouch sauce in it. You know, for the baby's eyes. I carry a travel size bottle on road trips with my first aid kit.
The Don (GMBN) just used Ride Wrap on his brand new Levo build. Looks legit.
The anti-ouch is for you.
Will split this to 2 days since I have shit to do today but jesus. I should have went with less protection. All the bends and cutouts in ride wrap mean that it's easier to pass a kidney stone than to have no places where the wrap sticks out. Will get a scalpel tomorrow and "correct" it.
I do not understand this
Och aye that's what she said.3 weeks to fit some sticky back plastic?
Just grab your fanny pack and ride the fucking thing!
Gary you're so hard and manly I'm worried I would not have survived your testosterone levels. I would also feel weird with hair growing even on my eyeballs.3 weeks to fit some sticky back plastic?
Just grab your fanny pack and ride the fucking thing!
Also I have a nasty toe infection that has been going on the past 1.5 weeks. Having a clown nose for a toe is a good excuse. (yay climbing is healthy)
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Finished it. Right in time for the toe to get close to being usable (will robably be able to ride in 1-2 days). @canadmos you were right about the beer. This was so frustrating beer would have helped me from getting mad. Coffee was the wrong beverage of choice.
Also practicing to get the perfect ratio of the "formula" is key. Jesus what a difference it makes. It's like a difference between having sex and having sex with a hedgehog.
Also practicing to get the perfect ratio of the "formula" is key. Jesus what a difference it makes. It's like a difference between having sex and having sex with a hedgehog.
have fun having a babyhead deflect up and dent your pretty new frame's downtube right through your thin clear anti-scratch labor of love on your first ride and wishing you'd used the oh so simple but oh so not cool mastic tape instead!
Weirdly it's not much thinner than the old tape I used on my DH bike plus the downtube has a protector thingy so unless I'm unlucky it's not as bad. Kinda bummed in 1 part the film on the DT is a bit visibly uneven but it's been 6h and my patience for 1 annoying piece ran out.
Also thankfully the DT isn't as flat as some Trek or Intense designs so I am hoping it will deflect rocks a bit better. I have a phobia of flat af downtubes for fear of dents anyway.