What's The Ideal Depth For An Aerodynamic Wheel Rim? | GCN Tech Clinic #AskGCNTech

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Why don't we use E-Motorbikes when we shoot GCN Videos? What's the ideal depth for an aerodynamic wheel rim? Can you put sealant in an inner tube? All of these questions, and more, answered in this week's GCN Tech Clinic!

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00:00 Intro
00:20 Why don’t we use E-Motorbikes to film GCN Videos?
01:32 What is the ideal rim height for aero wheels?
3:47 What alternatives to chain lube are there if you’ve run out?
4:46 Is it possible to mix and match Ultegra Di2 derailleurs with Dura Ace shifters?
5:22 Are short nosed saddles just designed to get around UCI rules?
7:40 Can you put sealant into an inner tube?
8:36 Can you use C02 inflators on latex tubes?

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