Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?

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2008-08-22 9:49 PM

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Subject: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?

Or can I use the skewers from the Shimano RS10 wheels that are already on the bike?

What else do I need to buy?  I am purchasing

-  HED Clinchers

-  Mich Pro Racer II tires  700x23

-  Tube  700x23

I am confused if I need anything else.

2008-08-22 10:48 PM
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2008-08-23 3:12 AM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?

I'd second the suggestion about getting another cassette.  

I have skewers for all my wheels; they're not too expensive and it makes it easier/faster to swap out wheels.   Plus I seem to have the knack for dropping and losing the springs when I take the skewer off a wheel...

Mark

2008-08-23 10:38 AM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?
as Jeepfleeb said....the crack pipe is key. I'd get a couple, as mine gets running away and hiding. You might want to get the scewers that say HED on them....for the bling factor.
2008-08-23 10:48 AM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?

running2far - 2008-08-23 11:38 AM as Jeepfleeb said....the crack pipe is key. I'd get a couple, as mine gets running away and hiding. You might want to get the scewers that say HED on them....for the bling factor.

That or drop $150 on some titanium ones with carbon fiber levers. 

Mark

2008-08-23 2:38 PM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?

I see people refer to the crack pipe pump.  What is it called or where can I find one.  Does anyone know if BicycleDoctorUSA sell them?  Nashbar?  Performance?\

Thanks for the help.

2008-08-23 3:01 PM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?
bartturner - 2008-08-23 2:38 PM

I see people refer to the crack pipe pump.  What is it called or where can I find one.  Does anyone know if BicycleDoctorUSA sell them?  Nashbar?  Performance?\

Thanks for the help.

Crack pipe is not a pump, but an adapter that fits in the head of your existing pump:

CP

Here's one source:

http://www.trisports.com/sipudiwhad.html

2008-08-23 5:16 PM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?
I purchased a Joe Blow Pro Pump.  I also will use 36mm stems.  My understanding is that this will allow me to pump up the tire.  Thanks for all the help
2008-08-23 5:52 PM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?
Alternatively, there's an adapter you can buy for an existing pump that lasts longer than the crack pipes. You have to replace the hose & the pump head, but it's worth it imo. I don't know the name offhand though, sorry.
2008-08-23 6:27 PM
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JBrashear - 2008-08-23 5:52 PM Alternatively, there's an adapter you can buy for an existing pump that lasts longer than the crack pipes. You have to replace the hose & the pump head, but it's worth it imo. I don't know the name offhand though, sorry.

Lasts longer? I've never had an adapter wear out...

2008-08-23 6:32 PM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?
 Silca makes the crack pipe. They seem to be elusive creatures in my part of the world. I'm waiting for mine, in the mean time I am using one of these from Topeak http://www.topeak.com/products/Floor-Pumps/PrestaValveExtender

2008-08-23 6:46 PM
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Subject: RE: Purchasing HED H3s. Do I need new skewers?

If your buying the HED's through the HED store it comes with skewers.  As for the crack pipe I bought the smart head upgrade kit.  You attach it your your regular floor pump and it's a heck of a lot easier than the crack pipe.  It will only cost you a few bucks more than the pipe.

http://www.rei.com/product/634037

 

 





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