I use a similar sprayer to clean my bikes. I put car wash soap in the spray bottle with filtered water. To finish it off I use a spray bottle with 100% filtered water. This method is very gentle on the parts. It works like a charm! I try to use disposable / biodegradable towels to dry the grimy stuff. I use a microfiber cloth to dry everything else.
I have used isopropyl alcohol for years on my rim brake bikes for cleaning rubber brake block residue from alloy rim surfaces. Never tried it on the drivetrain components but sounds like a plan!
The last tip, using aluminum foil over your feet; The concept exists as "vapor barrier liner" socks. Extremely effective. For those who suffer from cold feet in the winter, you can purchase VBL socks which fit much better. For the cheapest and also a very comfortable option (due to the thin plastic), plastic wrappers from loaves of sandwich bread is moms home solution. They fit pretty well over the feet and don't bunch up too badly.
Nice video. But be warned! Watch out for the high pressure spayer without an pressure relief valve! (The green one in the video) With hot water in it and enough pressure, the entire spayer exploded! Result a hole in my hand from the round knob and a trip to the hospital.
Can confirm that the two sprayer combo is a total game changer for those of us in an apartment. I bought both for cleaning the car, but actually ended up using it more on the bikes. The big 5L one is great for rinsing when the bike is prop'ed up in the bath, and the nozzle is small enough that you can get inbetween spokes et al and really get everything washed. The smaller foam works well, though the foam does go everywhere...
Instead of aluminum foil, use a small plastic bag, like you line small trash cans.with, instead. It'll do the same thing, stopping the wind, but it is way more playable and comfortable....
I second the boot dryer. I invested in one after a particularly wet commute left my winter boots full of water. They didn't dry after several days on a radiator. A couple of hours on the dryer and they were dry as a bone.
Yeah, my Mom used to do the same for us as kids. She came up as a child of the Great Depression. She had all sorts of little money saving ideas like this.
Yes I have done the newspaper trick but with the lack of newspapers lately, I just put a fan on the shoes positioned so the air blow inside the shoe. Works great too.
For the boot dryer, if you’ve got forced air heating and floor-mounted vents, there’s a simple passive device with 6 drying posts that you can get for about $15. Great for a pair of shoes, gloves and socks after a wet ride.
Been using tin foil in my shoes for almost a decade, until I sprung for some shoe covers, which are much better. Also still use newspaper inside my jersey as a windblocker on those cold days. Thank you, Sam Gupta!
I've always stuffed wet shoes with kitchen paper, a couple of hours and do it again seems to work. I'd like to avoid the waste so thinking about Drysure or similar inserts, would love to know if anyone's had experience with these
Ever heard of weegies welly’s That’s Glaswegian welly’s . Just put a carrier/plastic bag in your shoes before heading out 🤷instant waterproof and cheap 10p
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Bloody brilliant idea the sprayer. Thanks mate!
I fill it with hot water for winter cleaning.
Indeed, brilliant ideas
Been doing it for years - also works for the dog. Fill it up, put it in the boot ready for post-ride/walk clean ups
I use red nail varnish on my red bike, as well as use it as loctite. Keeping it in the fridge prevents it from drying out too soon. Good video today!
Love the foot foil trick 😊
I use a similar sprayer to clean my bikes. I put car wash soap in the spray bottle with filtered water. To finish it off I use a spray bottle with 100% filtered water. This method is very gentle on the parts. It works like a charm! I try to use disposable / biodegradable towels to dry the grimy stuff. I use a microfiber cloth to dry everything else.
I have used isopropyl alcohol for years on my rim brake bikes for cleaning rubber brake block residue from alloy rim surfaces. Never tried it on the drivetrain components but sounds like a plan!
Those sprayers are a great idea, never thought of those. Those will be great for being on a trip when you can't clean your bike at home.
The last tip, using aluminum foil over your feet; The concept exists as "vapor barrier liner" socks. Extremely effective. For those who suffer from cold feet in the winter, you can purchase VBL socks which fit much better. For the cheapest and also a very comfortable option (due to the thin plastic), plastic wrappers from loaves of sandwich bread is moms home solution. They fit pretty well over the feet and don't bunch up too badly.
i use an 8L sprayer in the same way, great for MTB as well, through in trunk for post bike spray down
I have this dryer. Perfect and not too hot!
Nice video.
But be warned!
Watch out for the high pressure spayer without an pressure relief valve! (The green one in the video)
With hot water in it and enough pressure, the entire spayer exploded! Result a hole in my hand from the round knob and a trip to the hospital.
Can confirm that the two sprayer combo is a total game changer for those of us in an apartment. I bought both for cleaning the car, but actually ended up using it more on the bikes. The big 5L one is great for rinsing when the bike is prop'ed up in the bath, and the nozzle is small enough that you can get inbetween spokes et al and really get everything washed. The smaller foam works well, though the foam does go everywhere...
Instead of aluminum foil, use a small plastic bag, like you line small trash cans.with, instead. It'll do the same thing, stopping the wind, but it is way more playable and comfortable....
Used the boot drier for years
Good tips! Meaningful hacks. Thanks!
I second the boot dryer. I invested in one after a particularly wet commute left my winter boots full of water. They didn't dry after several days on a radiator. A couple of hours on the dryer and they were dry as a bone.
Its nice to have sprayer but,just have vitamins and water with you it will benefit you so much
For shoes I use newspapers. Overnight they are dry.
Yeah, my Mom used to do the same for us as kids. She came up as a child of the Great Depression. She had all sorts of little money saving ideas like this.
Yes I have done the newspaper trick but with the lack of newspapers lately, I just put a fan on the shoes positioned so the air blow inside the shoe. Works great too.
Ive been thinking of car wheel cleaner if they are safe for bikes. They do a really good job on loosen gunks and its safe for disc brakes.
For the boot dryer, if you’ve got forced air heating and floor-mounted vents, there’s a simple passive device with 6 drying posts that you can get for about $15. Great for a pair of shoes, gloves and socks after a wet ride.
To keep your toes warm: Cut off the top of a zip lock quart food storage bag. Much more comfortable than aluminum foil.
Brilliant!! Great ideas!!
Denture cleaning tablets in the the US, rather than the Milton tabs you mentioned.
Been using tin foil in my shoes for almost a decade, until I sprung for some shoe covers, which are much better.
Also still use newspaper inside my jersey as a windblocker on those cold days.
Thank you, Sam Gupta!
Meaningful and informative. 👍🏾
I've always stuffed wet shoes with kitchen paper, a couple of hours and do it again seems to work. I'd like to avoid the waste so thinking about Drysure or similar inserts, would love to know if anyone's had experience with these
Fantastic tips there!!
Am I the only one who doesn't see promised 'links in the description'?
Also wanted the links too since I have the same issue of living in an apartment.
Me too! 🤷🏼
Apologies - they're there now!
Great video 👍🏿
awesome, just what i needed to know xD
Ever heard of weegies welly’s
That’s Glaswegian welly’s .
Just put a carrier/plastic bag in your shoes before heading out 🤷instant waterproof and cheap 10p
I just use a squirt of bleach to clean out my water bottles.
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Small plastic bags work wonders to keep feet warm and dry. You can even layer a baggie between 2 thin pairs of socks for extra protection
The boot dryer's an extravagance, just roll up some newspaper and keep a can of shoe freshener handy.
EPO was brilliant
Plastic shopping bags also work like tinfoil and waterproof