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2013-03-17 4:42 PM
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Subject: RE: Aerojacket Disk wheel covers
I was thinking the same thing.  I am going by home depot later to see what their selection of rivets or fasteners looks like.


2013-03-17 4:44 PM
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Rivets would be good but they would almost require you to have an extra set of wheels for training with.  The covers wouldn't come off very easily

 

2013-03-17 5:45 PM
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gohmdoree - 2013-03-09 11:54 AM

There are some tricks to installing also.  I tape the spokes on the drivetrain side to hold secure.  Push the screws in, and don't screw them in.  Had a friend who didn't read instructions and screwed his in, and it came undone during a race.

 

There is also a company in the UK called RalTech, that makes the same thing, custom, but in carbon.

 

I saw this recommendation with the screws - why does this happen? YOu'd think that screws are meant to be screwed in, not pushed in like a nail. Trying to avoid any mishaps before I bust mine out for the first time.

2013-03-17 8:51 PM
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Wanted to share mine. Just installed today. Didn't need any tape on the drive side but may use it for peace of mind. Question for those using it. Just spinning it, it feels a little warped on the non drive side. I was excited and didn't read to use the larger screws first and used the shorter as my wheel isn't that thick. Possibly on too tight? Or is this common?

Note: you can't see where it's warped just can feel it. I'm self diagnosed OCD

 

Sorry for granny gear I know it's against the rules but I was checking the clearance



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2013-03-17 8:57 PM
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tcj103 - 2013-03-05 8:15 PM

The fit issue is not only your wheel/hub, but the bike frame also.  The website has info on it, and when in doubt, email them, they are pretty responsive to questions.

I was going to say something about this, but you beat me to it. I will say that the Aerojacket I got for my Bontrager Aeolus 5.0 wheels does NOT fit in my Scott Plasma 20. Apparently that's a common problem that I didn't know about or I wouldn't have purchased that model bike (which I love otherwise), a lot of disc wheels don't fit the Plasma either.

The Aerojacket fit my Madone fine when that was what I was racing with. I'll probably give it to a friend with similar wheels for his Cervelo.

2013-03-18 6:34 AM
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Subject: RE: Aerojacket Disk wheel covers

Go to ST and ask Jackmott he'll give you the full details, he lurks here a little. But in reality for $90.00 and you have a compatible wheel it is very worth it. Taping the disk  to the wheel is the way to go it will look better and it won't slide around a bit like it can when usuing the screws devices.

 Frame type can determine if you can use a wheelcover like many have stated.



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2013-03-23 6:24 PM
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Subject: RE: Aerojacket Disk wheel covers

Just put an Aerojacket on my Karbon Speed 88.

Some follow-up comments to the previous posts:

a) I agree, the rivets are as good as useless. I wouldn't even bother using them - electrical tape is the way to go.

b) another poster said you can order the Aerojacket without the rivet holes - I wish I'd known that, I had to put tape over the holes which is kinda ugly.

c) duck taping the inside of the Aerojacket to the spokes on the drive side is definitely a good idea.

d) I was a little unsure where to put the magnet for my speed/cadence sensor. I ended up drilling a tiny hole in the Aerojacket and screwing it in but I'm honestly not sure how secure this. Anybody got any better ideas?

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2013-03-23 10:56 PM
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It depends on your fork design, but you can always put a speed sensor on the front wheel...
2013-03-24 9:10 AM
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Good idea - thanks!

Duh!



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2013-03-24 12:52 PM
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So is the consensus to order without rivets and holes?   
2013-03-24 11:17 PM
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So is the consensus to order without rivets and holes?   

Per my post, that's definitely my own recommendation. 

The only real downside is the longer installation time, which may be an issue if you plan on taking the jacket on/off your wheel a lot.



2013-03-26 8:44 AM
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My cover with screws/rivets specifically instructs me to use a coin not a screwdriver to screw in the screws. Nothing about pushing them in. Have I proverbially screwed myself?
2013-03-26 10:24 AM
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peteweb55403 - 2013-03-26 8:44 AMMy cover with screws/rivets specifically instructs me to use a coin not a screwdriver to screw in the screws. Nothing about pushing them in. Have I proverbially screwed myself?
Mine is the same and has worked fine that way for years.
2013-06-04 11:04 AM
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Has anyone figured out a better way to mount the magnet for a Garmin GSC 10 speed/cadence sensor? I use this sensor with TrainerRoad all the time and would prefer not to remove the jacket while it's on the trainer...

Putting it on the front would not work for me.
2013-06-04 11:33 AM
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Subject: RE: Aerojacket Disk wheel covers
Originally posted by dprocket

Has anyone figured out a better way to mount the magnet for a Garmin GSC 10 speed/cadence sensor? I use this sensor with TrainerRoad all the time and would prefer not to remove the jacket while it's on the trainer...

Putting it on the front would not work for me.


I leave my magnet on the spoke behind the cover, and position the sensor as close to the cover as I can without it rubbing. Works for me...

2013-06-04 11:48 AM
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Originally posted by tsrf900r

Originally posted by dprocket

Has anyone figured out a better way to mount the magnet for a Garmin GSC 10 speed/cadence sensor? I use this sensor with TrainerRoad all the time and would prefer not to remove the jacket while it's on the trainer...

Putting it on the front would not work for me.


I leave my magnet on the spoke behind the cover, and position the sensor as close to the cover as I can without it rubbing. Works for me...




I'll have to try this the next time I take off the cover. I put it on a Flo 60. Ordered the cover with the rivets (forgot to request not doing it, but I simply put electrical tape on the INSIDE of the wheel, with a second smaller piece facing the first (sticky sides together, so that the sticky part isn't exposed to the hole and collecting dirt.)) Of note, i had trouble with the speed sensor picking up the magnet on my training wheel when I put it back on without adjusting the position. Does the magnet get picked up consistently under the cover, or is it a matter of getting the sensor as close as possible without touching? Is there any evidence that the sensor rubs with bumps or when the wheel/frame flexes under strain?


2013-06-04 11:58 AM
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Originally posted by lakelandsledder So is the consensus to order without rivets and holes?   

For me?  No.  I've ridden it 4-5 times, including a hilly Olympic at Wildflower, and have no issues with the rivets.  Certainly not good as useless, as it works fine for me.  Without the holes you are forced to use tape.  With the holes you have the option of either.  Just my .02. YMMV, blah blah blah

2013-09-06 10:28 AM
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I have a Topeak Joe Blow floor pump with twin head. Anybody have that pump and had issues with getting to the valve with the cover on? Deciding if I need to put the crackpipe in the shopping cart.
2013-09-06 10:35 AM
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Originally posted by GAUG3 I have a Topeak Joe Blow floor pump with twin head. Anybody have that pump and had issues with getting to the valve with the cover on? Deciding if I need to put the crackpipe in the shopping cart.

I have a different pump, but can tell you that the fit of the pump is more dependent upon how large (long) your valve extenders are.  The physical size of the pump head itself shouldn't be an issue getting into the cut out, but if your valve stems are too long you won't be able to get the pump head on the valve.

2013-09-06 12:28 PM
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Originally posted by chrismcturnan

The wom wom wom is totally intimidating

 




The 'Wom Wom Wom' sound only comes from all-carbon wheels and rims. I think of it as the sound of money escaping someone's wallet.
2013-09-06 12:31 PM
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Just adding to the rivet discussion, shipped mine up to IM Canada and rode it, no issues, no rattling, no loose rivets.  And no tape. 


2013-09-06 12:32 PM
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Originally posted by lakelandsledder So is the consensus to order without rivets and holes?   

For me?  No.  I've ridden it 4-5 times, including a hilly Olympic at Wildflower, and have no issues with the rivets.  Certainly not good as useless, as it works fine for me.  Without the holes you are forced to use tape.  With the holes you have the option of either.  Just my .02. YMMV, blah blah blah





I replaced the plastic rivets with aluminum chicago screws from Home Depot. My plastic rivets kept coming appart and getting lost on bumpy courses. I also use electrical tape.


As for a pump - I find the disc cover is flexible enough to get my pump head in. I think I may have extended the opening 1" for better access.

I also switched from Wheelbuilder's opening cover sticker to Duct Tape. It stays on better during wet weather.

Finally, check out ebay for cool decals. I have a big silver spiral on my that turns my wheel into a 'Hypno-Disk'




2013-09-06 2:08 PM
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Mine doesn't rattle, doesn't make any noise, I like to be stealth. You want to know I'm coming, you better look! Mine fits really well, no holes, 3m electrical works great. Mine are 35% less cost and are all hand made. And they look cool too! Aerojackets are lighter then mine, they are made of a thinner material. The DiscDemon web site should be up and running in another month or so I hope. Just getting going.



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2013-09-06 2:59 PM
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The jacket is convenient if you want to race and train with power but don't want to buy two powertaps or a crank based system. However, with the Renn and Flo disks both pricing in the $500 dollar range, the barrier to entry into the disk space isn't what it used to be.
2014-07-17 10:47 AM
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Taping the wheel cover to the rim?

Sounds janky to me ...

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