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A Simple Guide to Buying a BMX Chain

The chain is one of the most integral parts of your BMX, which also wears down fastest next to your tyres and breaks. Maintaining it can definitely prolong its lifespan, but even then, it’s bound to wear down and you’ll just have to get a new one. Buying a BMX chain is quite different from buying a chain for a mountain or road bike. Most BMX chains are narrower than regular chains, and they’re single-speed.

BMX riders generally look for lightweight chains so that they can perform tricks and jumps easier and ride over rough terrain quicker. With that said, when looking for a BMX chain, make sure you’re getting one made of a lightweight alloy that features protective coating. There are two different types of BMX chains – traditional and half link BMX chain.

Traditional chains are the most common type found on BMX bikes, and they feature the same inner link-outer-link config as mountain and road bike chains. These chains consist of two half links. A half link BMX chain, on the other hand, has identical links that feature a thin and thick end. The thick end has a standard chain width, while the thinner end is the same size as the inner link of a traditional chain. Half link chains are easier to adjust more accurately, which is why they’re the preferred option of many professional BMX riders.

Some chains are easier to install than others, but that’s a relatively easy task if you’re handy with some basic tools and have some basic knowledge. Even if you don’t, there are many how-to videos and guides online that can guide you through the process. As long as you pick the right bike chain, you’re not going to have many issues using and installing it on your BMX.

Today’s BMX bikes use chains with half inch pitches. The pitch is the distance from one pin to the next. And while the width can vary, you can always rely on the half-inch pitch as a form of measurement. The roller width (the internal width between the inner plates) on bike chains is 4.8mm, 4mm, 3.2mm or 2.4mm. When getting a new chain, you shouldn’t be too hung up on its length. As long there are about 116 links, you’ll have more than enough to properly size your chain on your own. The easiest way to properly size it is to put it right next to your old chain and shorten it to match the old one.

A Simple Guide to the Different Types of Electrical Measurement Equipment

Electrical measuring instruments, as their name suggests, are devices that are used for measuring different electrical aspects such as the presence and the amount of current, resistance, voltage, and power through installation. The purpose of this kind of equipment is to check whether a device is faulty or if there is any abnormal activity by providing the exact measurements of a certain electrical instance, in order to prevent it from causing damage or injury. For each one of these basic electrical characteristics, there is a device that can measure them, so let’s take a look at the equipment. Read More →

A Simple Guide to the Importance of Dog Doors

Pet doors are a very convenient invention, one that opens a new world of freedom for both you and your furry friends. However, when considering the option of installing an outdoor dog door, first make sure that you have a safe, enclosed yard for your pets, since the safety of your beloved furry family members should always come first. Now, take a minute to go through these very good reasons why you should consider owning a pet door.

1. Health

It is of utmost importance for pets to have the possibility to go out to urinate every time they feel like it, instead of waiting around. Since pets don’t talk, humans can’t tell if something is wrong with them until it is too late. They can get infections from improper urination activities and it can be too late or too painful before humans can see the problem. Besides the need to urinate, your furry family also has the need to explore the outside world. This simple and fun activity keeps your pets mentally stimulated and alert. Moreover, by owning an outdoor dog door you provide daily exercise for your pets, which ensures that they stay physically fit and firm, and above all, strong and healthy. A little fresh air and sunshine go a long way.

2. Convenience

After a long and stressful day at work, it is only normal to have a lie-in and relax time for yourself. As much as you need your alone time, your pets need attention, they need to exercise and simply need to go out and in as they please. It is in their nature to wait for you and to expect play-time immediately after you walk through the front door. With a pet door, you will no longer serve as a doorman each time your pets want to go out or come in.

3. Home Accidents

For pet owners, home accidents are a daily occurrence. From potty related misbehaviour to ruined furniture and much more. By providing your pets with the freedom to easily move and go out as much and as often as they like, you will keep your furniture in a prefect-condition. Your dog won’t be bored and feel trapped, so, consequently, it will not ruin your indoor décor. Moreover, without a dog door, each time your dog wants to get a breath of fresh air it will be forced to tell you that by scratching the door or wall. It is their way of communicating their need to you. Protect your doors and walls, and invest in an outdoor dog door.

A Simple Guide to the Basic Pieces of Ski Clothes for Your Next Snow Adventure

Did you know that skiing can improve your stability and balance and may even reduce the risk of repetitive-motion injuries? Also, it provides a way for family and friends to come together and have a great time up on the slopes. Most of us don’t spend that much time outdoors during the colder months, but skiing is the ideal excuse to leave your comfort zone and breathe in some fresh air. It lifts your spirit up, strengthens your mind and body, putting you in a better mood.  Read More →

A Simple Guide to Military Tactical Flashlights

When it comes to flashlights, different people have different needs. The average user just wants something that will illuminate their way in case of a power outage, or when they drop something between the seats of their car, while campers and hikers need something that’s far more reliable and potent. The more advanced, reliable and potent flashlights are also known as military tactical flashlights, and they’re typically used by security, military personnel, and police officers.

Lately, due to the massive advancements in flashlight technology, tactical military flashlights have become available to everyone at very affordable prices. That being said, there’s a wide range of models available, which makes shopping for the inexperienced user quite difficult. In order to make the right purchase, you first need to familiarise yourself with the features that matter most in military tactical flashlights.

First and foremost, a quality military tactical flashlight should be made of tough materials which can withstand a lot of abuse, like for instance anodised aluminium or other high-grade metal and stainless steel for the smaller components. These materials are capable of withstanding a ton of abuse, and they’re moisture, scratch and corrosion resistant. Additionally, they typically include O-ring seals which protect them against long exposure to water.

Next, tactical military flashlights produce a lot of illumination. Generally, tactical flashlights use LED bulbs, as they’re the most advanced bulb type that is extremely energy efficient and durable. Furthermore, the flashlight should have multiple output modes that you can switch between with the press of a button. The ability to illuminate low amounts of light is important when you’re trying to remain unnoticed. Generally, the switch is placed somewhere convenient like the tail, so that you can easily press it when holding it together with a pistol.

Lastly, tactical flashlights can be fitted with extra accessories, like weapon mounts, which allow you to attach them to any type of weapon. This transforms the tactical flashlight from a handheld tool to a weapon-mounted light, which can be extremely beneficial as it adds versatility for hunters and tactical users who need a free hand. That being said, tactical flashlights are capable of handling recoil and shock that’s a result of the weapon firing. Usually, this is done with dual-contact springs and specifically designed circuitry that’s extremely secure. All of these small things eventually add up and differentiate tactical flashlights from conventional ones.

A Simple Guide to Implementing a Spill Control System

Liquid spills aren’t limited to a specific industry or business type only. Any organization that deals with liquids and chemicals is prone to spills, meaning that they should be well prepared. Spills happen frequently in laboratories, workshops, chemical, and liquid storage companies and various manufacturing sectors. That being said, if your business deals with liquids and chemicals, you must have a fully-equipped and effective spill control system in place to protect against spills in the workplace. Here’s a simple 5-step guide to help you properly prepare.  Read More →

A Simple Guide to Pre-Workout Supplements

With so many workout supplements available nowadays, it’s hard to distinguish the good ones from the bad ones, and the ones that work with the ones that are a waste of money, and potentially dangerous. This is especially true for pre workout supplements, which are some of the most commonly consumed ones by gymgoers who look to take shortcuts in their fitness journey and reach that 100kg 10 reps bench press numbers in a few months. Pre workout supplements have stirred a lot of discussion in the fitness world, as they’re gaining a lot of popularity lately, and more and more research is being done about them, unveiling mysteries about their benefits and how they can bring your workout sessions to new levels.

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A Simple Guide to the Needed Products for Manual Handling in Aged Care

Working with older people is not easy at all, especially when immobility is involved. Except for being difficult, working with them can be quite risky as this type of work requires manual handling and lifting which means that one person needs to use force in order to lift, pull, push, move, hold or support another person. Read More →

A Simple Guide to the Benefits of Commercial Combo Grills

Whenever the topic of barbecuing comes up, everyone has a different opinion about almost everything. What place has the best-grilled food, what’s the best grill type, the coolest grill accessories, cooking times, cuts of meat, cooking methods, marinades, sauces and everything in between will be argued like there’s no tomorrow. However, what everyone can agree on is the love for great-tasting, grilled food. If you’re considering opening a Grill House, then you need a great commercial grill to ensure the quality of the food that comes out of your kitchen appeases the demands and expectations of most customers. Read More →