Geek Warning

Every other Geek Warning episode typically ends with the geeks answering 3-4 technical questions submitted by members. This week, we’re opening up our usual Member-Only ‘Ask a Wrench’ section to everyone.

For this episode, Dave Rome is joined by US tech writer Jack Duncan and mechanic Zach Edwards of the Boulder Groupetto. The episode starts with some tech news from the week, and then gets into answering member-submitted questions.

If you like this format, please know we offer a shorter version of it every week – you just need to be on the member-only feed to see it.

Time stamps:

00:02:00 - Cannondale USA headquarters to close 
00:07:00 - Reserve goes 32in 
00:11:00 - Ohlins enters gravel 
00:15:45 - Ask a Wrench, an extended version 
00:16:00 - Why are there so many wheel brands? 
00:23:00 - Is the Corsa Pro Speed causing crashes? 
00:32:00 - Buying a budget e-bike in Australia 
00:36:00 - What else to consider other than the Oneup EDC pump? 
00:40:30 - Better gravel wheels for a heavier rider 
00:47:00 - How should I store my dropper post? 
00:49:00 - Capping open hydraulic brake hoses 
00:55:00 - What to use for sticky SRAM D1/D2 brake lever pistons
01:02:00 - How to fix a torque wrench with a slipping ratchet? 
01:07:00 - Should mechanics charge more for emergency and weekend repairs? 

Show Notes

Every other Geek Warning episode typically ends with the geeks answering 3-4 technical questions submitted by members. This week, we’re opening up our usual Member-Only ‘Ask a Wrench’ section to everyone.

For this episode, Dave Rome is joined by US tech writer Jack Duncan and mechanic Zach Edwards of the Boulder Groupetto. The episode starts with some tech news from the week, and then gets into answering member-submitted questions.

If you like this format, please know we offer a shorter version of it every week – you just need to be on the member-only feed to see it.

Time stamps:

  • 00:02:00 - Cannondale USA headquarters to close 
  • 00:07:00 - Reserve goes 32in 
  • 00:11:00 - Ohlins enters gravel 
  • 00:15:45 - Ask a Wrench, an extended version 
  • 00:16:00 - Why are there so many wheel brands? 
  • 00:23:00 - Is the Corsa Pro Speed causing crashes? 
  • 00:32:00 - Buying a budget e-bike in Australia 
  • 00:36:00 - What else to consider other than the Oneup EDC pump? 
  • 00:40:30 - Better gravel wheels for a heavier rider 
  • 00:47:00 - How should I store my dropper post? 
  • 00:49:00 - Capping open hydraulic brake hoses 
  • 00:55:00 - What to use for sticky SRAM D1/D2 brake lever pistons
  • 01:02:00 - How to fix a torque wrench with a slipping ratchet? 
  • 01:07:00 - Should mechanics charge more for emergency and weekend repairs? 

What is Geek Warning?

Welcome to Geek Warning, a podcast focused on deciphering the world of cycling tech, explaining how bikes work, and how to make them better. Hosted by Dave Rome, Ronan Mc Laughlin and Brad Copeland, this weekly show is your fix for tech geekitude, covering the latest tech news, industry trends, answering mechanical questions, and whatever else is on our minds.

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