[johnbryanpeters]

We have been babbling about bicycle-related shortages for bikes and related parts and accessories.

I have been noting that, between the pandemic and political maneuvering, this is affecting all sorts of stuff. We have noted building supplies in general. I went to get a couple of spray foam cartridges the other day and was told at Aubuchon that there are no foam cartridges because of a cannister shortage. Similarly, I went today to get some PEX and Sharkbite fittings; no half inch gate valves, no PEX to half inch copper fittings...

PITA of the day, or the decade, or whatever.

 

[boostindoubles]

Blame Texas

 

[maxyedor]

Checked lumber prices getting ready to redo the patio cover, holy shit!

Also stainless steel, looking at December delivery on a PO I placed this morning. Nothing special, just 1.25" 416 Stainless round bar, granted I'm looking for 10k lbs, but it used to be that I'd have at least 2500lbs on the dock within 24hrs of ordering.

 

[boostindoubles]

The cost of PVC pipe has skyrocketed along with high tensile wire. I heard dewalt batteries are scarce due to EV production sucking up all the lithium.

 

[Westy]

The results of international supply chains. What might be made next store still relies on components, raw materials, equipment from somewhere else in the world.

And while a lot of the U.S. is ignoring the pandemic, or well vaccinated from it. People are really getting hit hard across the world, especially in the developing countries we depend on.

Things are going so well in India right now. The folks I work with are terrified to leave their homes.

 

[jdcamb]

I have heard that there is a Glitter Shortage. Since the Strip bars are closed. The Glitter manufacturers in Portugal just aren't shipping it to the strip bar suppliers. Thats what I have been told.

 

[Westy]

I have heard that there is a Glitter Shortage. Since the Strip bars are closed. The Glitter manufacturers in Portugal just aren't shipping it to the strip bar suppliers. Thats what I have been told.

Why do you hate fish?

Scientists call for a complete ban on GLITTER

Glitter is making its way into lakes, rivers and oceans and is hurting marine life. These issues are leading scientists to call a complete ban on the shiny particles -saying it is causing a natural disaster.

www.dailymail.co.uk

 

[jdcamb]

Why do you hate fish?

Scientists call for a complete ban on GLITTER

Glitter is making its way into lakes, rivers and oceans and is hurting marine life. These issues are leading scientists to call a complete ban on the shiny particles -saying it is causing a natural disaster.

www.dailymail.co.uk

I am willing to sacrifice Fish in exchange for the Glitter enhancement of small breasts. Aren't you? Sometimes fish scales are kind of glittery. Have you not noticed some forms of Marching Powder appear glittery? Nobody is calling for a ban on Cocaine or Hookers for that matter. Scientists should really shut the fuck up....

 

[Jm_]

I really haven’t had any problems getting parts. A few I’ve had to look a little harder for, but I’ve built a bike in the last year and ordered stuff for my Iditarod race with no real issues. I realize that just one OEM part in the supply chain can snag the whole system, which seems to be what is happening. That’s one reason I don’t buy complete bikes. I may have just put myself in this position of waiting for a new frame though.

 

[jonKranked]

The results of international supply chains. What might be made next store still relies on components, raw materials, equipment from somewhere else in the world.

And while a lot of the U.S. is ignoring the pandemic, or well vaccinated from it. People are really getting hit hard across the world, especially in the developing countries we depend on.

Things are going so well in India right now. The folks I work with are terrified to leave their homes.

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Not just international supply chains, but lean supply chains and JIT manufacturing.

 

[johnbryanpeters]

The results of international supply chains. What might be made next store still relies on components, raw materials, equipment from somewhere else in the world.

And while a lot of the U.S. is ignoring the pandemic, or well vaccinated from it. People are really getting hit hard across the world, especially in the developing countries we depend on.

Things are going so well in India right now. The folks I work with are terrified to leave their homes.

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Yeah, I have been watching India with interest.

 

[Jm_]

Not just international supply chains, but lean supply chains and JIT manufacturing.

But we saved money!

 

[jonKranked]

But we saved money!

CaPiTaLiSm!

 

[jonKranked]

For anyone interested, there was an inside line (vital mtb) podcast back in February with the ceo of santa cruz in regards to the challenges they've faced (especially supply chain, but also increased demant) since covid. Even box shortages due to increased e-commerce.

It's about 30 minutes, worth a listen.

 

[jstuhlman]

all the lumber/home improvement stuff is nuts. building in these parts has persisted and even intensified. add on home improvements and renovations, along with worker slowdowns...boom. $60 sheets of 3/4" pluwood

 

[jonKranked]

all the lumber/home improvement stuff is nuts. building in these parts has persisted and even intensified. add on home improvements and renovations, along with worker slowdowns...boom. $60 sheets of 3/4" pluwood

I bet I could sell my brush pile on facebook

 

[jstuhlman]

I bet I could sell my brush pile on facebook

 

[maxyedor]

all the lumber/home improvement stuff is nuts. building in these parts has persisted and even intensified. add on home improvements and renovations, along with worker slowdowns...boom. $60 sheets of 3/4" pluwood

Only $60? Where? I'll come pick some up. It's $80 here, if you can find it.



My brother lives in a pretty upscale neighborhood north of LA, no bullshit or hyperbole 20% of his neighbors have major renovations going on. It's no wonder Home Depot and Lowes are out of stock on half their overpriced lumber and sheet goods.

Tariffs on lumber from Trumps trade war haven't helped either, but at least we're sticking it to Canada or something.

 

[Brian HCM#1]

We have been babbling about bicycle-related shortages for bikes and related parts and accessories.

I have been noting that, between the pandemic and political maneuvering, this is affecting all sorts of stuff. We have noted building supplies in general. I went to get a couple of spray foam cartridges the other day and was told at Aubuchon that there are no foam cartridges because of a cannister shortage. Similarly, I went today to get some PEX and Sharkbite fittings; no half inch gate valves, no PEX to half inch copper fittings...

PITA of the day, or the decade, or whatever.

Please don't use Sharkbites & PEX. Go old school and solder your copper!

 

[canadmos]

There is a major steel shortage affecting us at work.

 

[canadmos]

Also semi conductors. Affecting all sorts of things.


Like my new laptop, estimated to be delivered in June.

 

[canadmos]

And beef. Probably only local to here, but still. I went to one grocery store the other day and they had no beef.

Apparently their supplier was shut down because of covid.

 

[stevew]

no shortage of canadian maple....

made with love in california....

 

[canadmos]

Please don't use Sharkbites & PEX. Go old school and solder your copper!

lol man I had a sharkbite connection fail in the apartment I last rented. Good thing I home; the house owner lived in a different country so getting it fixed or noticed would have been a pain.

It was at least easy to fix with a few inch extention thing.

They had pulled two pipes together and joined it, so it was under constant tension and just popped.

 

[Changleen]

Why do you hate fish?

Scientists call for a complete ban on GLITTER

Glitter is making its way into lakes, rivers and oceans and is hurting marine life. These issues are leading scientists to call a complete ban on the shiny particles -saying it is causing a natural disaster.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Yes, micro plastics are evil.

 

[johnbryanpeters]

Please don't use Sharkbites & PEX. Go old school and solder your copper!

Why?

 

[Brian HCM#1]

Why?

I've seen sharkbites leak on a few occasions. They make a great temporary bandaid while in the middle of a remodel to keep water to a bath/kitchen. Pex is fast & easy to install, but if you're looking to fish piping, use soft roll copper, less solder joints. If you have rodents, I've seen them chew through PEX tubing. By the way, I am a licensed plumbing contractor.

 

[jimmydean]

no shortage of canadian maple....

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made with love in california....

I want that top one off the big stack.

 

[jimmydean]

I've seen sharkbites leak on a few occasions. They make a great temporary bandaid while in the middle of a remodel to keep water to a bath/kitchen. Pex is fast & easy to install, but if you're looking to fish piping, use soft roll copper, less solder joints. If you have rodents, I've seen them chew through PEX tubing. By the way, I am a licensed plumbing contractor.

I used all crimps on my Frita pipes. But I wanted flexible for all the shaking that goes on with the diesel.

 

[johnbryanpeters]

I've seen sharkbites leak on a few occasions. They make a great temporary bandaid while in the middle of a remodel to keep water to a bath/kitchen. Pex is fast & easy to install, but if you're looking to fish piping, use soft roll copper, less solder joints. If you have rodents, I've seen them chew through PEX tubing. By the way, I am a licensed plumbing contractor.

The R-Pod got me into PEX, and certain emergency repairs have gotten me into Sharkbites where and as appropriate. I have done a lot of sweated joints and am competent in the art. I detest working with soft roll, although I know how to use it.

 

[eric strt6]

well at least one predicted shortage has not manifested itself. I have had no trouble obtaining quality coffee beans....

 

[Montana rider]

With all this pent up demand, supply chain management fails due to Covid, prices are rising for lots of consumer goods

I was but a wee lad in the early 70s, but it sure seems like inflation is coming.

#IHaveNoIdeaWhatThatMeansPracticallySpeaking

Giddy up...

 

[Jozz]

I've seen shortage of my time to work, and price went up for my client. Covidium can't be all bad.

Went in hardware store to get 4 basic construction items, got out without any. Had to go to the anal intruder hardware store to get raped even more on price.

Frame is going up Monday.

 

[dump]

Seen price increases in building materials (lumber, plywood) however, there is supply if you’re willing to pay.

 

[maxyedor]

Drove by the Bentley, Rolls Royce and Bugatti dealer this morning, looks like shortages there as well. Never seen fewer than 40 cars on their lot, about a dozen today.

 

[Jm_]

Drove by the Bentley, Rolls Royce and Bugatti dealer this morning, looks like shortages there as well. Never seen fewer than 40 cars on their lot, about a dozen today.

It’s been a record year for RR and Bentley. Look it up.

 

[BikeGeek]

Aluminum cans have been tough to get on a reliable timeline, especially printed cans.

 

[SkaredShtles]

Aluminum cans have been tough to get on a reliable timeline, especially printed cans.

 

[kidwoo]

But we saved money! made more money for stock holders!

Remember when we outsourced everything to china and things got cheaper?

-no one paying attention

 

[CrabJoe StretchPants]

There's a shortage of good thread content