🌟 [ 2 ] This Simple Hack Stops Your Carbon Frame Cracking [ @ ]
( 17919 viewed : 987 like : 72 comments ) Carbon fibre has long been the go-to material for top-end bicycles because of its versatility!
However, there is a downside to the material. It does not hold well on high impacts such as a crash or fall!
Interestingly though, most cracks on carbon frames occur on the top tube inflicted by the handlebar.
Dr. Bridgewood explains how you can avoid cracking your frame with a simple hack!
00:00 Simple hack to protect carbon frames
00:07 Carbon frames are susceptible to impact damage
00:39 What causes bar strikes?
01:29 How to prevent cracked frames
02:14 Unwrap the bar tape
02:28 Mark the contact points
02:49 Stick gel padding on marked area
03:11 Re-wrap the bar tape
03:42 Disclaimer
04:03 Let us know your thoughts
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[ 2D ] This Simple Hack Stops Your Carbon Frame Cracking Hack [1]
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