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How To Remove A Bike Chain On Both Single and Multi Gear Bikes
Removing a bike chain from a single-speed BMX is a simple and straightforward matter that most kids figure out on their own as soon as they’re old enough to pick up a wrench. But bikes with multiple gears almost always have a derailleur, and that makes things much more complicated. In this guide, you’ll learn how to remove a bike chain from either a single gear or a multi gear bike. Here’s What You’ll Need: First, let me tell you about the chain tool. Trust me, you have to have one to remove a chain. If you are removing a chain that is supposed to be “tool-free,” you’re probably going to find that you need a tool anyway. Oil, dirt and road grit seem to form a hard cement that practically welds the links’ outer and inner plates together. And the best tool in this case would be a chain tool anyway. You can get a good one for about $15. How To Remove A Bike Chain Step One: Take A Picture Of The Chain And Derailleur This step would have made my first attempt at replacing a chain a success. You’re going to be putting another chain back on, aren’t
Best Automatic Pour Over Coffee Maker (Plus Our Runner-Up)
If you’ve ever tried coffee made with a pour over coffee maker, you already know how much better it tastes than most other brewing methods. In case you haven’t had the luxury of experiencing this yet, I’ll give you a taste of what you’re missing out on… deeper flavors, fresher taste, less bitterness, all without loose coffee grounds floating around in your mug. What’s better than drinking pour over coffee? Not having to spend as much time making it! Using an automatic pour over coffee maker saves you the time and hassle of adding small portions of hot water at a time, having to wait for it to seep through the grounds before adding more water. The machine automatically takes care of this for you so you can simply measure out the grounds, pour in the water, and hit a button. Yep, it’s that simple. We’ve researched the most popular and best-selling automatic pour over coffee machines on the market, and we’d like to introduce you to our #1 recommendation… Gourmia GCM4900: The Best Automatic Pour Over Coffee Maker *IMPORTANT UPDATE at the end. We feel that this model stands out above the rest for a number of reasons. First
Best Coffee Grinder For Pour Over Coffee (Electric and Manual Options)
If you want to get the optimal flavor out of your coffee, you’ll need a coffee grinder that’s adjustable so you can fine-tune the grind size just the way you like it. That’s why you’ll want to get a coffee grinder that’s ideal for pour over coffee. We’ll share our top picks shortly, but first… The most important thing you should know as you’re shopping for the best grinder is that you’ll want to get a burr grinder, not a blade grinder. With a burr grinder, you’ll get a much more consistent size of grounds, whereas you can’t really control the uniformity of the grounds with a blade grinder (picture coffee powder mixed with grinds of varying sizes – not ideal). We’ve done quite a bit of research and narrowed it down to our top two picks for the best coffee grinders for pour over coffee, one electric and the other manual. Thankfully, there are just as many good quality electric grinders as there are equally great quality manual grinders. So the choice between manual vs electric is very subjective. For example, you might want a manual grinder if you go camping a lot, since it’s easy to take with you
Cold Brew vs Iced Coffee: Which One Is Healthier And Tastier?
To the uninformed coffee drinker, it may seem that iced coffee is just cold brew coffee with ice in it. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. So how does cold brew coffee compare to iced coffee? The main difference between cold brew vs iced coffee begins with the brewing process. The differences in the brewing process affects the coffee’s taste, its caffeine content, and its level of acidity. Next, we’ll be exploring each of these difference so you can truly understand how the two compare, and which one is better for you. Note: technically, cold brew coffee can be iced, making it “iced cold brew coffee.” For the purpose of clarity, in this article we’ll be referring to “cold brew” as coffee made from brewing coffee at room temperature, and “iced coffee” as hot-brewed coffee that has been chilled and iced. Cold Brew Iced Coffee Brewing Process Differences Iced coffee is simply traditionally-brewed coffee that has been chilled and ice has been added. In other words, iced coffee can be brewed in a variety of different ways: pour over (such as with a Chemex) method, using a French press, with an Aeropress machine, and so on. The key
Best Walk Behind Mowers Compared (Electric vs Gas vs Reel)
Cutting the grass takes responsibility, consistency, and above all, a credited lawn mower. Choosing which mower will benefit you most all depends on your preference – and checkbook. Each lawn mower type varies, along with how it’s used. “Push” mowers are pretty self-explanatory: they require the user to manually push the mower towards a certain direction, whereas a “walk-behind” mower pushes on its own accord due to the engine. If you have a small, yet modest yard, an electric or reel mower might suit your needs. But, if your yard is larger, a gas-powered mower might be of assistance. In this briefing, walk-behind mowers will be the prime focus, as well as helping you decide which one will truly help your lawn look its best. Here’s our cream of the crop lawn mowers you can purchase today. Best Gas-Powered Walk Behind Mower: Honda HRX217K5VKA When it comes to gas-powered mowers you have to be aware of their flaws. They are much louder than electric or reel mowers and tend to need maintenance checks about three times a year. On top of that, they require gasoline as its fuel source, hence the name. All of these factors contribute to its overall payout.
Greenworks Lawn Mower Review: 60v Cordless Electric 21″ (MO40L410)
So, you’re in the market for a new push mower. That can be an intimidating experience! There’s so many models with so many features, benefits and drawbacks. It can be a doubly daunting task if this will be your first cordless mower. Let’s review some of the pros and cons of the Greenworks lawn mower with 21″ deck and 60-volt battery. In summary, it’s a nice machine for anyone with a quarter-acre or smaller lawn who wants the advantages of an electric mower without giving up the power of their old gas mower. Ratings Here’s how we rate the Greenworks MO40L410 mower compared to other cordless models. Cut Quality: 4.5/5 stars Engine power: 5/5 stars Ease of operation: 5/5 stars Durability: 5/5 stars Ease of maintenance: 4/5 stars Noise Summary This is a powerful mower with a 20″ cutting width and a run time of around 60 minutes. It’s super easy to maintain, thanks to its brushless electric motor. 90 percent of the maintenance required involves cleaning. You can store it in a 1’x2′ space. All you have to do is pull a pin and fold the handle over. Then you either hang it up or set it on its back