Maybe, but the new
stuff is moar awesome-er. When I finally
got around to trying to acquire some new straps, they were in the middle of a
move from Washington State to Montana
and I had to wait. Well, I haz no more
waiting.
These are some
assorted colors of the 2015 Race MTB Saddle Mount. To quote the official product description,
“Our most popular strap series has taken an evolutionary leap that’s equivalent
to an eagle flying straight out of the primordial ooze.”
So true. I mean, the new design is a big improvement. I’m not even sure how they keep
improving on a product that’s so awesome to begin with (pun intended.) The setup is way easier this time around, it
holds everything much better, and I feel like it’s a helluva lot more secure
than previous model. What does that mean
for you?
No more losing your
shit on the trail.
It’s so easy that
anyone can use it. I can, so yes, that
does mean anyone. I’ll give you the step
by step just in case.
Since it’s been a
little while since I checked the tube in my old setup, I used a brand new
Maxxis tube for my new awesomeness.
Step one is to lay
out the strap on a flat surface.
The next step is to
grab your tube, get all of the air out of it, and roll it up nice and tight
(and even.) Don’t worry too much about
this step as long as you’re close though.
Once that’s done, place the tube on the color side of the strap and pull
each of the two shock cords over the tube to hold it in place.
The next step is
easy too. Grab your air cartridge and
tire lever and stuff it in behind the tube on the Velcro side.
That’s it. Now you just have to mount it to the saddle
rails. Feed the ring side of the strap
all the way through the saddle rails, slide the other end through, and pull
tight. Connect the Velcro and check to
make sure it’s secure.
It sure is.
The installation is
much easier than previous models, and it stays on there better than a tick on a
fat dog. If my instructions still
confuse you, check out the video created by Dicky:
Got it? Good.
Now you won’t lose your shit.
Just as before,
there are several models of these straps to choose from. For instance, the Hypalon Mutherload Frame Mount:
Think of this one
as an “extra”, since it goes on your frame when you need moar stuff. You know, like when you’re endurance racing
or out for a long ride in the hills or something. Installation is the same, so no worries
there.
Once again, I’m
awesome. And once again, thanks to
Backcountry Research for taking care of me again.
Why don’t you have
some in your life (or on your bike)?
YOU GO BUY NOW!
