The Beauty of Blueing Raw Steel - Vintage 96 Voodoo Hoodoo Resto-mod Build

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[@rolandovera5935]

Never mind all these “dream build” channels, you are building the sickest bikes on KZbin.

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Still though.. i would choose to put full kit (front + rear) Magura MT7 +pro 4 pistons hydraulic brakes on it to be even more Epic.. otherwise this bike turn out fantastic indeed ! ;0)

[@imbadwrench]

That is my exact dream frame.... slightly different finish but damn close.

[@mattcortelyou1781]

This deffinatly qualifies as dream build

[@ol_derty3143]

I said to myself out loud, "that's siick", multiple times throughout the video. Perfect word for his work.

[@TheDesertegal7]

dream builds about bolting exotic expensive parts together, never impressed me. but old shovel is not only really building but puts spirit in it

[@stewartdriver1400]

I love the fact that 96 is now vintage, god I’m old.😂😂👍🏻🇬🇧

[@Metal-Possum]

I still ride my bike from '96, it's even been my regular bike for the past 12 months or so while I don't have anything better to use instead. Santa Cruz Heckler, performs like a boss.

[@Metal-Possum]

@Giuliano Skywalker I'm also the first to admit how awful 90's bikes can be though. I've ridden a variety. Klein Mantra, GT LTS, a variety of hardtails. For the most part they force you to ride slow and grip tight.

[@pede8889]

Bet you groan 6 days out of 7 in the morning when clambering out the side of the bed

[@clintpressley8337]

I think this is called "taking it to a whole new level".

[@jolynnathan8475]

This is pure ASMR! Thank you for refraining from using annoying background music or useless babbling. Highly appreciated!

[@sjemmiesjem]

Let’s just hope you’ve created a new era of tech-vids without annoying music but just the art of adding less... What a clean and solid ride!!😍

[@ih302]

Your videos are like therapy to me.

[@SilveradoOutdoors0205]

I love seeing how much life you can put into a bike with some time and effort.

[@Emphaphis]

And mostly a shit ton of money if you're going with the same components..

[@michaelmcclure3383]

@@Emphaphis worth it

[@reapanomin899]

@@Emphaphis The unfortunate fact revolving around bike components.At least for broke people like me.

[@SilveradoOutdoors0205]

@@Emphaphis Dude I just spilt chocolate milk on me because of how true this comment is. At least we can watch people do bike builds like this.

[@almaz405]

you mean into a frame everything else is new

[@ersonvelasco2531]

I locked the room, paced my breathing, and concentrated on watching this... and.. I found my inner peace that I needed... 🙏🏼

[@Sokolva]

It's such a cool idea to use gun bluing to color a bike! Such a neat affect, it really gives it a deep, smooth gun metal look, which is gorgeous against the shiny steel of the lettering and symbols. Absolutely gorgeous build like always!

[@gustavmeyrink_2.0]

Unfortunately cold bluing like this provides only minimal resistance to wear and rust. Usually only used to touch up small areas of guns.

[@Ben86511]

@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 I was just wondering about that. Thanks for answering my question

[@404648x]

@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 No one ever shows what it looks like after 6 months of riding.

[@mr.rodriguez3512]

@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 isn't the clear coat the one that will be protecting from rusting?

[@KennethNicholson1972]

@@gustavmeyrink_2.0 CLEAR COAT !

[@999zahra]

You have inspired me to build myself a touring bike during the winter using parts that I have and an old urban Trek frame from roughly 2015 or 2016.... Thank you for being creative and inspiring. Much respected from the UK.

[@gshockmodz4367]

Hallo i am from singapore. After seeing your videos i was inspired and started restoring old bikes . Giving this old nostalgic bikes new life those during my childhood give me great pleasure . Also seeing my kids ride the bikes i restored made me very happy. Really hoping to see more of your upcoming videos.

[@oldshovel]

Awesome awesome awesomeness

[@gshockmodz4367]

@@oldshovel can u give me links to order the oury grips n spray cans so i can sell them in sg

[@triplebutted]

Old Shovel: Installs brand new Paul, King, Raceface purple ano parts Also Old Shovel: electrical tubeless tape

[@crewkatie9875]

And the cheapest handlebars and seat available. With how much everything else costs I imagine those were the cuts that had to be made. When I do bikes like this I keep in mind how much anyone would actually pay in the end vs the cost to build. This one would most likely loose money as in my area no one would pay anymore than $400 for it.

[@triplebutted]

@@crewkatie9875 Oh come on. I don't even know what size it is, I'm a complete random, and I'd pay shipping and 1000 bones all day. At least! This thing is dopeee

[@tobymiddleton7279]

@crew’s customs cheapest saddle those things are like £100+ I’d give my left bollock for one

[@dubplateriddim]

But why mech disc?

[@davidnicholson6680]

@@dubplateriddim because Paul Klampers.

[@jonathandougherty3677]

I just shake my head at the end, the creativity and craftsmanship is unreal. Love the steel’d blue. The only gripe I have is please don’t ever skip that outro, I love it, and it gives a great motto to live life by. 👍🏻 Sick build friend.

[@tjernst6315]

I concur! I look forward to hearing his thoughts at the end of the video, especially reminding us to give old things new life.

[@reapanomin899]

As an ardent viewer of his videos,I always hope to hear his advice to restore bikes where possible.His words alone are akin to a movement.

[@AnkitKumar-lt6go]

May

[@TimmHuffman]

Agree! Not the same without the commentary at the end.

[@olroymtbetc.6117]

As a person who has never liked purple, this video has single handedly changed my feelings on purple forever! This bike is incredibly awesome! Next level is an understatement! As another KZbinr would say, "this bike is the DREAM!!!" I figured it was going to turn out pretty good, but, it far surpassed all of my expectations! This is double cool!!!

[@oldshovel]

Lol awesome. “Today is going to be epic!”

[@olroymtbetc.6117]

@@oldshovel ,perfect!!!!! That comment is well good!

[@jonesingaround3260]

I've been watching you for years. Now its my dream to own an Old Shovel Custom one day. That would be the pinnacle of my bike owning.

[@BernsteinOmega]

Paul's components and old school RaceFace cranks! SWEET!!!

[@davidc6032]

Having bought my first mt bike in '89 your video really brought back good memories from the mid 90's of wrenching away on my steel hardtails of that era. Also, that is a nice bit of filmmaking to show the magic of pumping life into that old beauty, it really got the nostalgia wave going for me.

[@oldshovel]

Awesome

[@pedror.bertolini79]

This bike is just beautiful. You are a true artist. Your taste when combining everything together is excellent

[@jmm8709]

I worked in a bikeshop for 5 years growing up. I can say that when assembling the headset, bearing race, and cutting the fork I could tell when was happening just by the sounds alone. Thank you @oldshovel.

[@oldshovel]

Awesome

[@steakdave666]

Cool vid. Only tip i have is when using the derailleur hanger tool, always use the wheels valve as the test for reference. If you just spin the tool around with the wheel stationary, the tool can pick up a false-hit if the wheel is out of true at all

[@exs3574]

"THIS IS BEAUTIFUL! WHAT IS THIS??? VELVET???" And seriously... man this is sick! You keep going up to the next level with every single project on this channel! Again - this is beautiful!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@brianbelfer4259]

"Who's gonna clean up all these flowers?"

[@bkprtube]

@@brianbelfer4259 Y'all made my day with these comments :) #nostalgia

[@BhBraaq]

These are my favorite. Taking an older bike, complete makeover and updated. Bet that thing is a blast on the trails.

[@jasonroper7154]

Who are the sad people that gave this a thumbs down, I think they need a hug

[@bandsix1984]

I gave you a thumbs down to try and get a free hug... lol!!

[@jasonroper7154]

🤗

[@SiopaoSauc3]

people that were wondering if he used electrical tape as tubeless tape and then proceeded to not hear the pop when he filled it with air.

[@jayll71]

People who realize the frame prep for bluing is half-assed, the bluing itself is poor, the brake boss on the rear looks like crap, the anodising on the stem and cranks are poorly done, and drilling holes in the frame is a health risk.

[@jasonroper7154]

Wow the anger do you need 3 hugs, he's just an awesome guy who doesn't claim to be a master frame restorer , he's just trying new things.

[@hippolytevallee1971]

never seen a more perfect mtb bike in my life

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@hippolytevallee1971]

@@oldshovel your very welcom wish I could have a bike like this

[@patrickcarlos6898]

I admire what you do to old things especially recreating old mtb frames and making it Road worthy again. Many thanks to your channel. It keeps me inspired. Thanks!

[@oldshovel]

Awesome thanks

[@timndel]

I still love, and ride, my '99 VooDoo HooDoo AL. Thanks for reminding me of that fact, because I really need to remember that when I see all these $4k to $12k bike vids today.

[@Bacon676]

This is one "no expenses spared" kinda build, holy crap. Paul levers, chris king headset, wolf tooth seat clamp... I wish I could afford this stuff LOL

[@kh17150]

they sponsor him, so he gets all the stuff and tools for free... and in return they get forever advertisement from his videos (not a bad investment).. I think OURY grips has been with him forever and Park Tools sign with him as well... I do like his videos and Yes.. I own OURY Grips and Park Tools.. seeing how proficient they are.. Oury grips tend to get really sticky though in time

[@crewkatie9875]

Except the bars and seat I agree.

[@Asphaltsquadron]

@@kh17150 Oury grips are sticky brand new out of the blister pack haha. I never thought to put coins in the ends of the bars. I was just starring at one of mine the other day and thinking of something to put on the bar end after I had to remove it to install a new BOX brake perch/lever. For others that don't know, they are really soft, so its easy to poke a hole in them at the ends.

[@michaelwilson4230]

First time I seen one of these was at the Norba National round#1 1996. Masterful craftsmanship

[@mareaaan988]

This is made with curiosity and enthusiasm, thus making it art!

[@johnsonjay60]

Every build

[@-MacCat-]

The total is far more than the sum of its parts and labour. Very well done. I would enjoy having that in my stable.

[@AndrewSliwinski]

Wow. This is perhaps my new favorite of your builds. The blueing of the frame is such an interesting touch. I love how it still gives a hint to all the love that went into the bike when you look closely.

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@terratitanic2937]

I'd love to watch him restoring FS Bikes like: GT RTS/LTS, Kona Stab, Manitou FS, San Andreas Mountaincycle, etc.

[@devononair]

Oooh yes!

[@stevecrump1375]

Especially the GT RS OR LTS

[@rqteqobzrvr3592]

@Steve Crump... He has a resto video on a GT, triple triangle frame, that one also came out 🔥.

[@stevecrump1375]

@@rqteqobzrvr3592 Thanks. Yes i saw that one....👋 God bless.🙋

[@portmanteau9314]

i would much prefer to buy one of your builds over a new bike. Something about it being brought back to life and the experience the frame carries as well as the experience you have as a builder is very dope. Even more so now that i will be actively avoiding public transit in the city do to my immunocompromised state. All that to say that i love your channel and builds!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@joesouth9695]

The blued frame looks soooo good! Interesting. Never seen that before. What a beauty!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@CarlosGomez-mp6ve]

Does blueing an old road frame that is blazed could make it weaker at the bracket that join the tubes? Excellent bike and agree with other comments that the creativity is top notch.

[@cjohnson3836]

I didn't know my father well. But, he always had a chevy. I remember when I was a kid seeing how he'd look at a restored camaro or vette. I'm not much into cars. That was my father's game. I have a beat up truck that I use when needed but mostly just like to ride bikes. I think, looking at this, I can understand what he was feeling at those times.

[@davedelarosa319]

Love, love, love this build. Your level of work is increasing exponentially and I can't wait to see what you have in the future.

[@NeronAzemi]

Out of all these bicycles renewed on youtube this by far, is arguably the best transformation I've seen.

[@lgrankin]

Wow, just about brought a tear to my eye. Very well done!

[@MannequinOngaku]

I converted a 99 Voodoo Nzumbi into a fixed gear tracklocross bike. Needless to say I'm in love with old Voodoos now! Amazing work.

[@martinbridgewater]

I love watching your builds. Over the time I’ve been watching them and seen how your technique and craft has evolved, your attention to detail has been fine tuned and the finished bikes are becoming functioning art pieces. But the bottom line is still to give old things new life - something I take away and try to do with the bikes I build. Keep doing what you do: it’s wonderful. 👍🏼

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@justinblee]

Great, now I’m in love with the blued steel and have a Trek 820 that needs repainting.

[@DJLauf]

Paul components are so rad. They are a customer of mine, so if you bought those parts, in a round about way you helped support my family. :) nice job on the build and video!

[@oldshovel]

The folks at Paul’s are awesome and I am happy to help support great people and families.

[@DrHenley]

AWESOME! I love steel frame bikes, old and new. It never would occurred to me to blue the frame, so beautiful! That is really really cool!

[@fonzifonz4163]

I would love to see little footage of you riding the bike after the finished build.

[@vernerjuliussen2071]

This will never be original again, but you have adapted it to "the present" and ensured use for 20 new years. It has never been this good and well equipped before. A "one-of" jewelry. 🤩🤩🤙🤙

[@newttella1043]

I wish Chris King and Paul Components parts showed up at my doorstep, sigh. That bike needs to be ridden but maybe add a brace between chain stay and seat stay as that new disc brake mount is gonna need it.

[@FightFilms]

It'll probably flex a little, but the frame will be fine.

[@richardcarr6493]

l ve seen alot of bike builds over the years but you JUST TOOK IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL !! THIS IS AN AWESOME BUILD !!!

[@reapanomin899]

Are we seeing a recurring 90s theme with purple anodized components? Also,as ever,the end result of this (re)build renders me speechless.

[@demoanddestroy]

I love how you retro these bikes to disc. I have a collection of vintage mountain bikes I build, swap and rebuild components among my bikes. Whatever is compatible. Watching your videos is really mind blowing.

[@andyod753]

Simply stunning. Plus it has inspired me to blue my Dawes Ultra Galaxy.

[@bobpotts73]

When OCD meets bike building, absolutely perfect. 👍

[@ryanmtb314]

Never knew that the derailleur hanger extender existed. Oh the possibilities

[@travissteele837]

Is that the red piece he installed? Is that just to give the derailleur more travel to use the new 1x10 setup?

[@sirbarryvee-eight6485]

When I saw a square taper BB going in, I knew I was on the right channel. 🤘

[@pablososa6967]

the best way to start my sunday!!! cheers from argentina!!!

[@kingcopycat9945]

This build has to be my favorite build

[@troyy2307]

Great looking build! I really miss you explaining the different choices or the process. That is something I really liked about your videos.

[@oldshovel]

Noted. I had commentary I was going to use but it just felt soooo awesome without it on this beauty.

[@Prjslayer]

I really love what UK industries has really done for the better future with no single use Plastic packaging.

[@BikeItUK]

Fantastic build, loving the colours as always great production. all the best and keep up the good work Andy

[@oldshovel]

Thanks Andy!

[@michaelx9079]

A work of art..... the gun blue thing works so well

[@landonthings]

Absolute favorite bike build I’ve seen to date. You put everything into this, your anodized parts look incredible matched up with it all!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@jrios662]

This guy is definitely the bike whisperer.... That restoration was absolutely phenomenal....

[@Lububrn]

You never cease to amaze me with your builds. I love the bluing. I am curious to see how it wears. Keep up the good work.

[@oldshovel]

Thanks. I’m curious too. I hope it holds up too.

[@thehacker7919]

@@oldshovel you the best

[@johnlawrencebueno9230]

I love watching bikes restoration that I can afford

[@johnlawrencebueno9230]

I wish I can afford my own bike

[@maxlabarbera5797]

This is my favourite Old Shovel build yet! It’s obvious how much preparation went into this and your choice of parts (and those colours) was inspired. I’m so glad you attached those disc brake cable stops to the frame. My only criticism of your previous Kona Explosif build was the use of cable ties (and also when you bashed the headset cups into frame with a mallet 😂). Keep up the good work! Such a pleasure to watch!

[@gianvoci]

You remember me when I totally revive my old '90 mtb that was a gift of my Father, i 😢 very much, congratz.

[@rw13crew]

I love this , all the bikes I ever had is fully custom 🔥💯

[@oldshovel]

Awesome

[@willyt3186]

Been a hardtail rider since the 90’s. Good for all around every day bike. Anyways you build the sickest hardtails, love your channel.

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@M4tth2w]

god damn this bikes beautiful, pure mona lisa of bikes with a classic 90's frame and design.

[@sageie27]

Out done yrself on this one great work!!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@Tc-hb8vp]

Id be proud to own that bike its a work of art a real thing of beauty

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@mareaaan988]

It's really sad to see that videos like this don't get as many views as "OMG DREAM BUILD" titled ones.

[@ludoms100]

I think it’s cause a lot of parts aren’t dream bike worthy

[@johnsheetz6639]

Watching this is very therapeutic to me

[@velio84]

The video was suggested by KZbin to me (never seen your videos before). I must say - absolutely great work on this bike. The finish of this frame with the purple bits added is absolutely phenomenal! Really great looking bike :)

[@oldshovel]

Thanks and welcome to the channel.

[@keahicambra308]

Beautiful. The whole time I’m watching this I’m singing Under My Voodoo by Sublime.

[@davidleal7133]

Can’t wait to build my response elite

[@ElFurioso]

Removing the paint with the angle grinder and a wire brush is easier and faster than sanding. Love your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@odnetnin4720]

Beautiful! I have a jealous Cinder Cone in the basement! Keep them coming.

[@oldshovel]

Awesome

[@bikemtns]

This is one of the best refurbs I’ve seen.

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@mauriciofloriani]

beautiful assembly, congratulations on good taste.

[@IanG1978]

I don’t have anything witty or deep, but u came correct with this build! I started seriously cycling in 2002, if I saw this rig on the trail I would have stopped to give respect.....and still would today.

[@Jays_GG]

A masterpiece, as usual 💪. I'm on my first restoration/build and you're a motivation for me, big big thank you for tips and inspiration. Greetings from France 🙏

[@leroygt1]

I think this is your nicest build.

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@averykeelschexnayder6824]

I would love to see a retro specialized build in a voltage bule and black

[@slflores1]

it just feels good to watch these videos

[@XNR750]

perfect build mate ,i would love to see a steel gravel bike with raw silver steel frame and gold accents ,just an idea

[@oldshovel]

Gold would be cool.

[@ethanstockwell4290]

I love this bike. This is the 7th time I have watched this video. Awsome bike!!!

[@v7nf]

great job,dude!!! really love it,just wish you woulda TIG welded that rear brake set up ,but still love your work!!!Im getting ready to do same thing with old tequsta.

[@valiantabello]

My favorite bike yet

[@oldshovel]

Dido

[@ns671fr]

Didn't known there were that many purple parts. But bike looks way modern now. Nice

[@jackrichards1863]

Hot Diggety. Thats sweet. Keen to see it ridden. on any surface you can see how a quality bike feels to ride. You don't hafta ride it to understand. Blued steel. Good idea. The better prep , the better the finish.

[@danielmegran3107]

Would love to see how the finish is holding up on this now after riding it, thinking of doing something similar, great video.

[@oldshovel]

It’s doing good so far.

[@signaturetile]

@@oldshovel It's been a year. Wondering how that bluing is holding up.

[@usayoungnostradom3534]

This guy makes a perfect neighbor practically fixes everything and everything else

[@Mirkojalile]

Increible trabajo! Mis respetos.

[@KennethNicholson1972]

Awesome, and the anodized purple parts look fantastic against the Blued frame. Inspired choices brother, God Bless you and yours, from me and mine, in UK. Ignore the web experts who poo poo the Gun Blue. Under that clear coat it will last just as long as any other "paint" finish. Im about to Blue the stantions on a cheap old, rusty set of forks, on my daughters bike, which is what led me here, and I am so very glad I did. Wonderful.

[@johnsonjay60]

Wish there was more history behind the bike. Or info. Are these parts someone wanted on? All the purple different brands? Did they just want purple?

[@Sokolva]

Most of his other bike restorations are personal projects or gifts/donations to the community, and he has past episodes in which he restored and colored some of these parts purple. For the new purple parts, he talks about who gave them to him in the description. He has mentioned and shown in other videos that he often will go to second hand shops and flea markets to look for old bikes and old bike parts, and will take them apart and restore the parts that can be restored. This bike was likely picked up in a similar manner, though I agree that it would be cool to learn the specifics of how all these parts came together!

[@johnsonjay60]

@@Sokolva yeah husselfelt stem, Paul brakes,king headset prolly cost more than the frame lol. Wake bars? Race face cranks, thos cheap grips, Wth? Idk im just curios as this is probably one of the best ones I've seen just not too knar on the paint job but the bike is a great choice. Just makes me wonder did someone want this. Parts are hard to find in color right now. Is that why they don't match? Just curious

[@johnsonjay60]

@@Sokolva he was doing that color stuff wasn't he? The magnetic stuff i can't think of? But alot he pulled out of boxes. I think that husselfelt stem was one he colored?

[@senorspiegel]

He's sponsored by oury, he anondized the cranks and stem

[@johnsonjay60]

@@senorspiegel that makes sense i remember the anodizing now. Got it crossed with someone else. I wanna try that.

[@RonaX]

Retro bikes are the way to go. Have a Merida Redskins and I love it so much. Thanks for sharing your builds. Ciao din Romania.

[@MrHunterseeker]

17:16 this is why I don't like 1 bys. The people that go to "1 by" (referring to the cog/gears in front) don't know what a 2x and 3x system is for. The gears are good on this build on the biggest gear in the rear, but the farther you go through them, the rougher/louder the shifting. The purpose of a 2x and 3x system is to keep your chain straight. The 1x system you have obviously has the chain straightest in the biggest gear on the rear. You will wear out your gears/cog and chain and have chain breaks with the 1x system. For those that don't understand (don't worry, the majority of the community- from professional racers to youtubers to even the mechanics and bike shop employees, have no clue how to properly shift gears on a bike): Cheaper bikes come with a 3x or 2x system- (3 gears up front and any number of different numbers of gears on the rear). People that don't understand how bike gears work just multiply those 2 numbers and say they have that many gears, but that isn't correct. All those gear combinations are not meant to be used (anytime you see a video talking about how their bikes gears have the same ratios, you know that person doesn't know how to shift properly), yes you can use them, but you will end up damaging your bike if you use them in an unintended fashion. Bike gears are more akin to big rig semi gears (commercial trucks) than a manual transmission on a non commercial vehicle. with a cheap 3x system, you should never have to replace a chain or damage the cogs/gears if you use it properly. They are made to last forever. That was the purpose of the cheap 3x system in the first place- to give you more gears, but also to keep from damaging your bike. On a 3x system with 8 gears on the rear (24 speed): Front Rear 1---------------------1-3 2----------------------3-6 3----------------------6-8 So keep your left (front) gear in 1 until you get to gear 3 on the right shifter. Then switch on the front (left) shifter to 2, and go from 3 to 6 on the right shifter, then once you are in sixth gear, again switch on the left shifter to gear 3 and progress through the gears on the right shifter until you get to 8. Then do everything in reverse when downshifting. Honestly on my bike, I never use most gears, as I find a comfortable gear and stick to it, riding around on flat ground, but I have hills and mountains that require gears sometimes so its good to have the option. If I am just riding around town I normally keep it in a single gear and never shift. As long as your chain isn't too far in a bind, making noises or dropping, you can get away with not following this exactly on your bike, but its a good rule of thumb to prevent damage and breaking your chain. On the 1x system in the video, you can hear about half way through from the top (biggest cog) to the smallest cog on the rear, that it gets loud and clunky. Anyone that rides that bike in the gears past the halfway point for any period of time will end up damaging the cogs, dropping chains and eventually breaking the chain. Yes 3x systems are heavier, but the majority of the population don't need a thousand dollar 1x system that is lighter for racing purposes. I would rather have something that will last forever when used properly than something a few ounces lighter. Blog ended.

[@jeremystothers990]

Unreasonably beautiful

[@Aubreykun]

Well that settles it. If electrical tape is good enough for _tubeless_ rims on an oldshovel build they're good enough for my tube'd wheels.

[@reapanomin899]

_I have a sudden urge to try that setup out_

[@mihalis1010]

@@reapanomin899 I've tried using electrical tape as tubeless tape. It ended with me on the ground after about 100km. Would not recommend.

[@TannerDeGiovanni]

Gorilla Tape is the move

[@reapanomin899]

@@mihalis1010 Looks like I'll try every kind of tape 'til I find one that suits me.

[@_numanair_]

I thought that was strange as he has the Gorilla tape sitting right there.

[@bespey]

I’ve binged bout 20 of your vids over the past couple weeks, this is my favorite!

[@oldshovel]

Awesome