orange seal sealant update

i had some questions about the sealant and they were answered by adam over at orange seal.

i asked about the corrosion that happens to aluminum rim with some other sealants with prolonged use. adam clued me in on some simple chemistry, liquid latex/latex gives off ammonia. ammonia likes to corrode aluminum. lower quality latex speeds up this process. orange seal uses a higher quality latex than most and their sealant has what they call nanites in it. nanites are what they call solid particles that aid in sealing the punchers up 1/4 inch.

orange seal  sealant is also working on a winter sealant that will be good well below zero. it is being tested up in north dakota by a guy that races and rides a ton in the winter. this should be ready next winter.

i also used the chain lube tonight i wasn't outside only on the trainer. it seemed to work well. i'll see when i get outside and give it a try.

a.m. ride in cherokee park

today i went for an early morning ride at the park. what a beautiful morning, snow and peace and quiet. this morning i was able to put some new toys to use and some old favorites.

the orange seal tire sealant worked well. i rolled through a bunch of trail work areas with lots of wood chips and thorns. i ran the sealant inside existing tubes at 25psi (i'm a big dude) at 25 with the snow and damp trails this hooked up great. the tires still have air and ready for the next ride.

an old favorite came out today, the verge fleece lined leg warmers. perfect.

i am happy to announce that The Black Spring Bicycle Shop is the official sponsor of the louisville dirt club. as soon as we get enough money together jerseys will be printed. we are hoping to place an order at the end of march. be on the look out for them.

orange seal tire sealant

 looks like i'll be trying out the tubeless thing on the mountain bike. looks like orange seal has some new type of sealant that seems like it may work well. in the pack i received i have one valve. i was bummed at first but, it looks like their sealant will work with a tire only set or tire tube combo. i'll give some updates in a few weeks.

a huge thanks to orange seal for the care package.
check them out at orangesealcycling.com