7 of My Best Bike Purchases That Changed My Cycling Forever!

[@nicklucc]

I did it… I got the helmet mirror. I feel like there’s no coming back from the man I’m about to become. Helmet mirror dad on the Omnium cargo bike. I have reached my final form. Thanks Zach

[@snowdrop629]

😂😂😂😂

[@AlluringOpera]

Here in Japan, pedestrians have right of way on sidewalks and shared roads, and it is technically illegal to use a bell or other warning device for the purpose of asking them to move. I prefer it this way, and think it contributes to bicycle use being very popular here.

[@TheSpaceBrosShow]

Aren't bells also legally required on bikes, creating this weird cultural paradox of needing one but no one using theirs?

[@AlluringOpera]

Caveats apply, but, basically, yes. 😕@@TheSpaceBrosShow

[@event4216]

Shared roads (cyclist/pedestrian, I mean) are useless for cyclists so better just ride on street.

[@Shadowboost]

​@@event4216 not in my area. Our MUPs are really nice and I can still average 18 mph on them, even navigating the pedestrians

[@aleydrus8067]

In America, some pedestrians get upset if you pass without letting them know you were behind them about to pass. Also pedestrians in groups tend to take over the whole path so it’s more polite to let them know you are approaching so they can make a space for you to pass.

[@zdiggidy6565]

Breaking into the fixed gear scene and this channel has been a huge resource and god send. Thank you for working hard to make these vids mate!

[@juniormeyer27]

Same, love this guy

[@juanpecan7089]

Lumos helmet with lights has simplified bike fiddling quite a lot. No worrying about lights getting lost or stolen, the higher up lights feel more visible, and the bike stays clean. And USB-C!

[@la8920]

The point #4 is super accurate. Using your front and back lights during the day is like a cheatcode to make riding more secure and enjoyable

[@BruceChastain]

I have the same bell and the nice part is you can ring it from farther away giving them more time.

[@teddgram]

Love my Spurbell. If you get on their mailing list, you'll get maybe 3 emails a year, and one of them is letting you know they are selling their "Frankenbells". They are all the bells they made that didn't pass their QC check. You can save quite a bit getting one and it will usually have this tiny blemish that no one will ever notice. If I remember correctly, this is usually around Halloween. As far as the USB-C battle is concerned, I just carry USB-C cables with USB-C to Micro adapters. Takes up barely any space in my bag. I just leave them on the cable when not using the cable. Having said that, I do love it when something comes in USB-C.

[@donntrotter]

Sick. Thank you!

[@nathanielkhoom6043]

Lights wise, I do absolutely love my dynamo hub lights. No worrying about charging, or one light dying on a ride or finding one dead just as I'm about to commute home in the dark evenings. The modern hub dynamos are so good now, you don't notice the few Watts it takes to power the lights. It's not the cheapest to purchase all the kit and you can't swap from bike to bike, but as a fit and forget option.........

[@Aubreykun]

I use a tung lin 12v rim dynamo and while the loss is noticeable when it's on, it's not major and I can fully disengage it. I don't care about having a "clean looking" bike so it's got a mess of lamp cord and electrical tape leading to a headlamp i built from a used tracklight on both of the bikes I have it on.

[@WCIIIReiniger]

​@@AubreykunDynamos are the way for commuting. I tried a lot of cheap battery lights (internal battery and replaceable ones) and all of them were a huge waste of time. Below 0 °C I sometimes could get to work and back home with one fully charged pair of batteries. I ended up getting a used dynamo front wheel and invested in the highend Supernova M99 DY Pro. It is literally a night and day difference to other lights. I feel like I am riding my motorcycle with that lightning.

[@Aubreykun]

@@WCIIIReiniger The tung lin ones I use are so powerful that the bright MR16 bulbs they power have caused people to ask if my bike is electric before lol. They can go over 16v if I'm going too fast as well. I have a standlight circuit I prototyped but need to actually build and test, as the lights go dim at stops pretty quickly

[@nahguacm]

not directly bike related but the evolution of Zach's drip has been great

[@nicklucc]

We love to see it !

[@ScottPalangi]

The daytime light insight is the best one I've heard in a while. On it. Thanks man.

[@yiucycle]

I recently starting using the glasses mirror, game changer for safety. I thought it was dumb but I can pull over if I see a car or big semi truck without turning my head. I tried the handlebar mirrors but it's hard to see. Highly recommend the mirror.

[@geoff5623]

For charging stuff, a multi-port usb charger is great. I have one with 5 ports, and have 3 micro and 1 usb-c cables plugged into it, which covers my lights, bike computer, and gopro. If I get any newer devices that use usb-c, I can just swap out one more of the cables. Everything is also either on my bike, or on the table where the charger is set up, so I don't have to search around for any of them when I'm getting ready for a ride.

[@balasquin]

one of the simplest things that made my rides more fun, and somewhat safer, is a bike bell, whatever a it is, i really recommend you buy one; it makes you more visible/audible to cars and it's really fun to make some noise hehe

[@not-fishing4730]

Good to see you rocking the mirror. I have my mirror on my glasses.

[@frizenies3659]

the color of your bike looks really good! It reminds me of EVA 01.

[@n22pdf]

Great vid dude.. could I ask which bolt v2 stem mount you use with the light attachment ? I just ordered a Brooks Swift saddle 😊 ❤ Thanks Pete 🚴🏻🚴🏻👍

[@EGregorio78]

To me TPU inner tubes was a game changer

[@sketchy0078]

USB c lights are a great invention same with the Apple Watch and a gps computer. The tubeless tyres personally suck but that because I’ve not found a setup that works for me and brooks saddles are just over rated. I ride a selle italia and it didn’t need a break in period and is just the right shape for my behind. Great video Zach keep this kinda content coming 😊

[@АлександрДюков-д3ы]

If your bottom hurts while riding, it's rarely ever a saddle problem. It is more likely tied to your positioning on the bike, i.e. stem length, handlebar shape, seat post insertion and setback, crank length, etc. Buying an expensive high-maintenance Brooks saddle won't ever solve your butt pain, and it could even make it worse.

[@kennymai2223]

It's a saddle problem for me every time. I've got 5 bikes. I alway dial in the handlebars, stem, and seat position first. When that doesn't work, the last step for me was the saddle. You are right about other bike fitment issues though but if my bottom hurts, it's the saddle. Don't look too far from the problem to find the solution.

[@nathanielkhoom6043]

I agree on many levels and I always tell people to adjust the angle of the saddle as that can make a huge difference, as well as saddle height, etc. However, I think unless you've tried a worn in Brooks saddle, you'll never understand. The one on my touring bike is like an armchair for me. At the end of the day, it's more about what works best for you.

[@Aubreykun]

My sit bones are too far apart for most saddles. A cheap noseless ISM Sport clone is more comfortable than every other saddle I've tried with the exception of a leather sprung double rail saddle. Which I only don't use because the rail clamp is made improperly (I got it used) and I've yet to get a replacement.

[@tay-lore]

I'm honestly pretty frustrated that I need to replace my lumina because they finally decided to go to usb-c... They had already upgraded the vmax to usb-c when I got this set of lights, but were just behind on getting the luminas switched over. I can't understand it...

[@cassiusgreene2840]

Lol, I find rule of thirds while facing away from the camera funny at 10:00

[@einfach_afan]

Hey Zach,could you review the Revin fixed gear bike, it's manufactured in Taiwan and it's way more cheaper than purefix and fyxation,but eventhough it's a steel,the weight is under 10kg.

[@woodyhuband9248]

A fire truck horn would be more appropriate with all the earbuds in use on the trails. I would love that😎

[@torin1001]

are brook saddles really that much better without having a relief channel?

[@treyhorn5645]

Dig the helmet mirror. Im the guy that rides against traffic when in the street. Thats not to often in my commute.

[@Mr.A_nyc]

Zack, please do a video on fixed gear frame options.

[@jjjtung]

Nice jacket! what brand is it?

[@iRollWithPunches]

I have that same bell and love it but I've noticed that a lot of people check their phones for a text when they hear my bell

[@joaolobo6720]

What the... I have been working in Taichung for the last month and instantly recognized the map. Hope to see you cycling around

[@TheSpaceBrosShow]

Brooks Cambium babyyyyy

[@PathLessPedaledTV]

+1 dorky mirror gang

[@richardgee123]

would you ever get a roadie? i also started with fixed gears in high school and now i mostly just ride the njs to take a stroll around town and mostly ride my roadie lol

[@jonathangapay1724]

How does the Spur cycles bell sound in the rain? I've had a couple of bells that get muted when it get wet.

[@nathanielkhoom6043]

I have one, it's fine in the rain, just doesn't have the beautiful brass ring. Still makes a reasonable amount of noise.

[@slidyslipinslide]

i love this guys channel

[@newoldsteel]

Are those the Nitto Mod 55 drop bars? I noticed that beautiful Knight logo and I have 2 of those bars! 🤤

[@Johann-4354]

Just bought a new, better, light and it does make a difference.

[@erickhernandez5316]

Love your new cut, Belo.

[@nicksyahrilstorror5183]

I'm also using a Cycling bell as well🤓👍🏼

[@georgeirvingnormaniii3291]

Dude awesome stuff*** always refreshing- hey the first part of the video you left out that very cool coat ..... nice where do you find one thanks***George SLC UT PS I ride Ti on the dirt where I am your videos still come thru 👏👍

[@maicloud8302]

Hey, can you review the kona paddy wagon?

[@larischr]

How do u film the videos on the bike?

[@DavidS11]

You should try the MagicShine EVO 1700, it is really like night and day. Literally better than most motorbike and some car headlights

[@Djacob_]

Next you should get some gears and brakes so you can start doing some serious climbs and fast descents.

[@po-pi-po]

3:33 what bag do you own?

[@greatmouflon]

Haha. Love the video and the ideas. But i couldnt shake the thought it was funny to talk so much about safety accessoires without having one brake on your bike. Although its funny, i rode brakeless for a while and u understand the feeling. I juat had one close call too many.

[@Varaxis]

In my experience, Brooks saddles seem to transfer a bit of dye and make the seat of my pants look a bit abraded.

[@Destide]

Noise cancling headphones seem to kill bell sounds I've been behind people who only hear me when I'm right behind them and talk

[@m.marriott5996]

I have a micro usb to usb-c adapter I bought at Dollar Tree over a year ago. They don’t have it anymore!

[@DIY-DaddyO]

I'd say the mirror is tops. I use one on my glasses and have a constant view of what's behind me.. which means when the roads empty, it's your playground... Your new haircut freaked me out fyi...

[@BinodTharu_2.0]

Hey Zach, I've been thinking of buying a fixed gear bike for a long time and I gained alot of knowledge about track bikes from your channel and I'm from Kerala,India and literally struggling to find a good fixed gear bike brand here, Since I'm a student and a beginner I'm on a tight budget(around 250-350$ max),could you please help me find a good fixed gear brand in india that sells bikes on a reasonable budget?

[@JamesParus]

How width are those tyres?

[@davidcawthorne7115]

Your fixed gear bike has no brakes. Here in uk we have to have brakes on bikes. The Pedal Cycles (Construction and Use) Regulations 1983 demand independent brakes acting on the front and rear wheels. A fixed-wheel drivetrain counts as a brake, so fixies are legal with just a front brake.

[@robinsnelson2465]

I thought that was odd too. I ride regularly on the track and it’s safe to ride at speed in a pace line - because we non of us have brakes. How do you stop without at least a front brake in an emergency?

[@MAGAIVER]

After being hospitalized in bikes accidents a few times and needing my phone to call for help, I'm completely paranoid of leaving my house without my phone. I barely take it out of my pocket but I like knowing it is there should some asshole decide to run me over once again.

[@mosesh06]

Whats wrong with taking pictures during your ride?

[@AUDAX_TT]

No Fenders?

[@craigtorso]

If you like to never worry about charging your light, having bright lights, and literally never thinking about taking them on or off or turning them on or off, let me tell you about dynamo lighting.

[@BountyBard]

eyyy looking good!

[@psychoaiko666]

No I'm a snob, I like yelling at ppl

[@korcommander]

Jokes on you both my lights are micro USB

[@jepulis6674]

Dynamohub for lights. Thats something thats convenient. Oh no a 6W penalty, just when I had my armpits waxed and sugared.

[@udokotela.]

i thought you were going to say that the bike lights have solar panels that arent huge

[@axeldominguez9551]

This ear rings thing it's getting crazy 😅

[@Mr.A_nyc]

Pirate style.

[@bonbones4890]

We can find a spot for the bike bro bro

[@AluWalaNaan]

wow ryan higa started a new channel!

[@Housecathst]

You make it sound like you use a bell like the kind of motorist that turns up behind a cyclist and starts pumping the horn, part of me would just ignore the horn and just sit there as well. Some people will react well to a bell, some people will think your being dick demanding they get out the way. If I’m riding in place with pedestrians I give them right of way at all time. I find a cheery. Hello works way better than a bell.

[@Donovangulya]

Idk if you whatch the NBA but whatching your haircuts change over the years reminds me so much if Jeremy Lin. He would have a new cut every other game 😭.

[@Exelumnos]

When we gonna get WIRELESS CHARGING ON LIGHTS

[@Likelybiking]

Great list! Doing century rides in jean shorts and sandals always trips out my roadie friends. Couldn’t do it without my brooks! I actually like to run my spur bells upside down with the lever pointing up and bell under the bars. Also, yes!! If you ride a lot, tubeless is amazing!

[@notl33t]

ooh! the spur bell looks neat and so does the helmet mirror--i'm putting these on my wish list today!

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

Awesome :)

[@BlairAir]

As to bike bells: face it, the freaking LIBERTY BELL would not convince some folks to MOVE! Don't forget the ones that, when you say "on your left" -they move... TO THE LEFT. Hopeless cases.

[@brayan8346]

I always yell when I’m on a trail unless it’s a blind curve because I feel awkward yelling when there may not be someone there. In my experience it’s mostly women with small dogs that don’t pay attention. 😂 I got attacked by one so I’m a little PTSD from that.

[@Mr.A_nyc]

Rides bike to “get away from screens”. Then puts a Wahoo screen ON his handlebars. 😂

[@MangoJim90]

Tube tires ❤ with some tube sealant. We have a lot of "goat heads" in our city so there are no other options other than tubes with sealant/tubeless or puncture proof tires😅. Tubes set up in many cases is more reliable and constant 👍

[@urlauber2884]

I love your earrings.

[@Torsan1977]

Usb-c is great but it's very expensive. You only need cable for voltage/current and not data, so why pay for that?

[@TheSpaceBrosShow]

It doesn't have to carry data. Can just be wired up wot USB2 standard

[@raceface_m2579]

omg the bell's $69.

[@nicholaschong3852]

Made in USA baby 😂

[@mosesh06]

Id say you dont have to leave your phone at home, just have self control.

[@Avram1919]

Why does the saddle say "usually ships in 6-7 MONTHS" wtf is that? Says deliver end of June or early July 😂 what a joke

[@substance1]

Can't you just take your phone, and turn off the power?

[@dovbaeb]

Did I get the second comment ?

[@antonmilius5197]

not interested in rubbing the skin of some dead animal on my ass

[@jered2177]

😂

[@whitneyb.8185]

I wasn’t but now, I am.

[@ManuelRodriguez27]

Sorry, but my quality leather boots have stood up to more abuse than any other pair of shoes or boots I've owned before. Thanks for your service, moo-moo's 😢

[@tristanl9726]

No one asked! SHUT UP!!

[@VideoGameAtlas]

lol

[@mayankthakur5137]

Bro is riding a brake-less fixie and talking about safety

[@bonbones4890]

Bro it’s 2023. Gay ok

[@Wzded]

What is so addicting about your phone that you can't put it down, even on a bike ride...? Seems like a serious condition that needs professional help

[@chriss.7772]

Interesting that you wear an apple watch. Based on your other stuff, you really seemed more like someone who would enjoy a nice mechanical watch tbh. For me, the idea of having another thing that needs daily recharging is appalling. I always keep my phone with me for emergency calls, but it is silent and resides in the back-pocket of my cycling jacket.

[@juliancorona234]

Did I get the first comment?

[@TL243]

😎❤️🇹🇼‼️

[@x2mars]

Hmm , dinging your bell expecting everyone to get out of your way seems pretty obnoxiously entitled

[@defy231]

2rd comment

[@hjbrockway]

pedestrians walking down the middle of a trail (or sidewalk) ignoring bells. sigh

[@MotorolaTriumphUser]

I prefer my bike to be cruelty free. Animal abuse is unnecessary

[@supernova1976]

No abuse , the leather is dead

[@MotorolaTriumphUser]

@@supernova1976 the abuse is everything that came before the leather was dead. Watch dominion and come back with more humanity

[@supernova1976]

@@MotorolaTriumphUser No one wants abuse for animals, I agree they should be treated with more respect. But doesn't mean I will become vegan or stop using animal products. This has been the way for 100k years . I can't live on plants only.

[@MotorolaTriumphUser]

@@supernova1976 you can live on plants only. Especially when it comes to what you wear. We live in a modern world, there is no excuse to kill. There is no survival. And humans only adapted to eat meat and dairy out of survival. Humans were originally prey, not predators. We ate plants, just like our closest ancestors. We would only ever eat meat as scavengers, never as predators. That’s why we made tools, for protection and cutting up already dead carcasses to make it easier to eat. Not for hunting. We developed tools approximately a million years before we became hunters. And if we are meant to eat meat, then why do we need to make tools? Why do we have to develop cooking? Why don’t we have actual canines? Why does almost every modern disease stem from excessive meat and dairy consumption? Everything about modern animal agriculture is unnatural. Humans have always eaten a majority plant based diet, even today, only 32% of the average persons calories comes from meat, and we consume far more meat and dairy than our ancestors could have ever imagined.

[@antonmilius5197]

@@MotorolaTriumphUser Amen for that 💕🌱

[@supermiku2229]

Bold bold bold bold bold bold bold bold bold bold bold bold!!!!!!!!!!! 🎙️ 🐟

[@FIXIELATED]

Earlyyyyyy

[@marcomiotto7637]

yes but you ride brakeless...

[@CoreyGolphenee]

And?

[@Starlight_Akira]

​@@CoreyGolphenee Even if you can perfect break on a fixie, its only back wheel breaking... Have you ever tried back wheel breaking when a reckless driver comes out of nowhere?

[@seamlessdread]

​@@Starlight_Akirawhy are you so concerned with other people's lives?

[@Starlight_Akira]

@@seamlessdread I'm just worried.

[@Starlight_Akira]

@seamlessdread besides, the guy was asking... I don't see what's wrong.