Frugal foam flat protection (Cheapo Cush Core / Hokey Huck Norris / Funky Flat Tire Defender)

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  • Original video by Children of the Loam: • Save Your Rims - DIY M...
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  • @hetewei
    @hetewei 5 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Hi. Great video as always! What about the long term results for this hack??? The sealant got absorbed by the foam or it's ok??

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      I gave up on it after I had to change a tire and didn't think it was doing much of anything!

  • @NotingIsWhatItSeems
    @NotingIsWhatItSeems 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    "Good for you, i'll see ya on the trail." The most passive agressive se ya on the trail ever lmao.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Hahaha, I'm gonna use it more often

  • @Derkenblosh2
    @Derkenblosh2 6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    OK... tech tip (i've already done this) ...
    * use a bread knife to cut the foam.... electric bread knife = more better
    * draw a line before cutting
    * Use a apple core cutter for the valve stem
    * use spray glue specifically made for foam to glue the ends together (it actually melts it and makes a perfect bond

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great tips dude!

    • @ThisGuyRides
      @ThisGuyRides 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I used both spray glue and super glue, and the ends fused together after I rigged a way to apply pressure overnight. Guess it's safe to skip the super glue next time.

    • @molar1979
      @molar1979 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      A cheese slicer would work great.

    • @tomguillon3457
      @tomguillon3457 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does the foam have a special name or so ? I’m planning on trying this but can’t find some in stores...

  • @bkxc
    @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I've got a NEW SHIRT designed by my homegirl Kristina from Sketchy Trails. It's pretty awesome and will be GONE soon: teespring.com/just-go-ride

  • @dfellb
    @dfellb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Installing CushCore is too time consuming.
    Spends hours making own CushCore. Haha, sorry. I had to! Let us know how things go with the DIY version.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Haha, this did not take hours!!

    • @thatguythatdoesstuff7448
      @thatguythatdoesstuff7448 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I spent $80 on Thai food for the family last night and I AM NOT spending $150 on foam. I completely understand economies of scale, but it's still just foam.

    • @collinmcballin
      @collinmcballin 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love this idea!
      :cush core Takes 'bout 8-12 minutes a wheel to install

    • @copperhanesart
      @copperhanesart 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@collinmcballin and 200$

    • @collinmcballin
      @collinmcballin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@copperhanesart I refuse to ride without Tire inserts. I would rather lose my seat dropper then lose my tire suspension and cornering grip/stability

  • @itsjarydroyer
    @itsjarydroyer 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Even though I am new to your channel, I absolutely LOVE IT MAN!!!! I have raced motocross my whole life, moved to Phoenix for Dental School and BAM!!!! I needed something to make up for the lack of adrenaline rush. You are GOLD man, sure hope I can get rolling solid by taking form your advice. Thank you for everything you post and keeping things fun! _Hope to see you on the trail_ Jaryd R.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome aboard!!!

  • @WorldwideCyclery
    @WorldwideCyclery 6 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Huge fan of these inserts, save your rims big time!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can only hope!

  • @dummmylog3070
    @dummmylog3070 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a meticulous, diligent work!!!

  • @gabriellord7556
    @gabriellord7556 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    134k! I was here at 20k! You're absolutely amazing. keep up this awesome work.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you're still here!

  • @ChildrenOfTheLoam
    @ChildrenOfTheLoam 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video, we appreciate the shout too. I hope those rims stay dent free!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you're willing to experiment and share!

  • @gastonuzc
    @gastonuzc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude.... April Fools Day. Although Spotting the Van was even better on Instagram. Keep us posted as you guys are getting started!!!!! Awesome dude.

  • @jcollins782
    @jcollins782 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha that moment at 45 seconds in when the cush core suddenly magics its to the table behind you. Great video dude

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha thanks

  • @henriquefernandes2059
    @henriquefernandes2059 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey brian, love your videos! Made me came out to the trails with the guys! Huge cheers from portugal!😊

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great to hear!

  • @OutdoorGold
    @OutdoorGold 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it! So many great strategies Brian and I learned alot! I liked how you saved the sealant and used the trash can to help work the tire, all good stuff. For seating the bead, if I'm having a hell of a time getting it to go, I take a tire lever and run it around both sides gently pulling back (helps seat the bead). I've never tried cushcore or the "pool noodle" flat protection so maybe it will or not work. Sweet vid BKXC and happy riding!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much man, glad you could get a couple little tips from this mayhem

    • @spencerimre
      @spencerimre 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Although I like the stingy spirit of saving the sealant to use again, the actual liquid sitting in the bottom of the tire after a few weeks is pretty much just milk. All the latex particles floating around in there have stuck to the inside of the tire, which is why sealant works. The latex gets pushed into the hole by the rushing air and liquid. If you're changing the tire, you should change the sealant too.

  • @royjaleco
    @royjaleco 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice hack, Brian. My mates and I will definitely try this, specially Cush Core and the like cost an arm and a leg in these parts.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha awesome

  • @reirei4367
    @reirei4367 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Someday in the distant future I want to be able to say: "back in my day you did BXXCs cheapo cush core hack and called it good". Haha thanks for the vid Bryan!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha yeah!

  • @rterry2752
    @rterry2752 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    $60 bucks for one tire is nuts, love the ghetto way !

  • @stiingya
    @stiingya 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool, I always thought people were joking about this... Look forward to results.

  • @MTBFlowRider
    @MTBFlowRider 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Can't wait to see what results you get. I'm all about DYI if it works. Haha.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha we shall see

  • @TommyHuynh
    @TommyHuynh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Awesome video Brian the workshop looks so dope. That seemed like a ton of work. Lol, my suggestion is throwing on Schwalbe super gravity tires (Magic Mary upfront and Hans Dampf in rear) they are slightly heavier than those Maxxis you run but they are bombproof. I used ride Maxxis Minions and used to get flats all the time down Mt Wilson (you know how chunky that place is) but as soon as I tried the Schwalbe Super Gravity, never had another flat. Almost all of my boys run Schwalbe SG and the ones who still ride other tires are the ones who get flats. The other big benefit is I am able to run my tires super low, I run 18-19 upfront and 23 in rear. To me tires are the biggest bang for the buck when it comes to upgrades to the bike.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Now you've got me going down the rabbit hole on tires, dude!! Love getting good recommendations.

    • @nathan42694
      @nathan42694 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tommy Huynh on another note, couple years ago I was running Schwalble Magic Mary's 2.35 on a 29er" I had. 2 flats in a Season. Now I run Maxxis 2.3, 2.5 on my 27.5 for the second Season in a row with no flats, an I'm hitting way harder trails with Maxxis tires. I most allways run the psi for the terrain of the trail, an I learned how to be light on my pedals.

    • @TommyHuynh
      @TommyHuynh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ty Wells most likely you had Schwalbe Evo casing NOT Super Gravity casing there's a huge difference. The SG casing is basically DH sidewalls with Kevlar down the spine.

    • @nathan42694
      @nathan42694 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tommy Huynh exactly! I'm waiting on a guy to bring me a Maxxis DHF 2.4 DH casing for extra sidewall strength. Schwalbe are good tires, don't get me wrong. We could go on about the whole Maxxis V.S Schwalbe forever lol. It does depend on terrain, and my mtb friends run Maxxis. In another town, people could be about Continental.

    • @TommyHuynh
      @TommyHuynh 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ty Wells for sure Maxxis are great tires and that's all I used to ride but if you want bombproof you roll Schwalbe SG. I had Maxxis DH casing and warped them down telonics, they were brand new (3rd ride) and when I contacted Maxxis for warranty they asked what psi I ran I told them 25 front and 28 rear and they said it wasn't warrantied because the minimum on Maxxis DH tires is 35psi. I couldn't believe it, that was my last set. Don't get me wrong I had issues with Schwalbe Evo casing too, blurped them all the time on chunk but since the SG came out that's all I been running on all my bikes. They are definitely heavier but grip and durability is more important to me than weight. I am now able to run my psi super low 18 front and 23 rear no issues. Tires is definitely a personal choice and this is just my opinion based on my past experiences with both tires.

  • @roped2theground
    @roped2theground 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    10 hours haha. As always great video bud. Cant wait for the CushCore fight to the death 👊

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha it's gonna be fun!

  • @marldayniellesilvestre3372
    @marldayniellesilvestre3372 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should've lined up the maxxis yellow name of the tire next to the valve Brian. At least that's what pros say and do. Hmmm nice DIY you got there. Looking forward to its video on trail!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😁👍

  • @Nox-rq7of
    @Nox-rq7of 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm in the same boat as you Brian. 130 lbs and I'm on rim number three 😤. I love how bike-ghetto this is. Cheers!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dang!!

    • @Nox-rq7of
      @Nox-rq7of 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      BKXC enduro 🤷‍♂️

  • @grantfeddema5332
    @grantfeddema5332 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    May not ever do this to my bike, but it's a good instructional vid Brian!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha yeah, not recommended!

  • @fijibubba
    @fijibubba 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm 300 lbs I run 30 psi LOL and true on a 3' wide tire :) Brian, Awesome video. I'm gonna try it.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good stuff Pete!

  • @TE_53349
    @TE_53349 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ive never personally had a puncture, snakbite or ding but this foam stuff seems interesting

  • @meSSican80
    @meSSican80 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did this and while the insert worked great i noticed that the sealant was absorbed by the insert. When I pulled mine out it was obvious it saved a bunch of rim strikes....even down the center.

  • @kevinsage245
    @kevinsage245 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Buy the 1 inch x 6 foot pipe insulation which is split. I split and turn inside out lining the tire. I put in 20x4 Fat Tire and downsized the tube to Slime 20x 1.75-2.00 tube. Inflated to 35 PSI posted on sidewall.

  • @ozzieharwood4547
    @ozzieharwood4547 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome vid as usual, stay inspirational cause right now your very inspiring👍🏻

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much!

  • @janmejaypant4181
    @janmejaypant4181 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    love your work and keep it up
    love from India
    please add videos on how to , by the way i watch your videos everyday

  • @OneWheelLess
    @OneWheelLess 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A bread knife is a much better option to cut foam, blade is really thick on that one so there’s much more resistance. I was a little worried you were gonna lose a finger 😬 it’s a great idea, I’m interested to see how it works 👍

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, good call on the bread knife!

  • @darkomtc
    @darkomtc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trick is to stretch it all around the rim, tighten it hard with zipties and no gap is needed for valve since it has holes on the sides. I used slightly larger diameter which made it super hard to put tire on it , but after some elbow grease, there was no way to burp a tire, since it was filling the sidewalls near bead fully.
    Also, wrapping the whole insert in cello tape will prevent it from sucking all the sealant that you put in.
    I run 2.35 Gravity Magic Mary on about 15PSI with no problems. Cheap stuff. I made it few times, and with experience it gets lots easier and works really well.

  • @BurninatorTheTrogdor
    @BurninatorTheTrogdor 6 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    This is definitely a bodge.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Big time!

    • @th_js
      @th_js 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No, it's a HACK!

    • @Metal-Possum
      @Metal-Possum 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a Hodge!

    • @TheSorrowedMan
      @TheSorrowedMan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haaaaaaaacks and bodges!

  • @bradleytrew4832
    @bradleytrew4832 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video Brian👍 never knew that you could do that👍👍

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks bud!

  • @TwitchyNick
    @TwitchyNick 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Look forward to hearing about the results. For $16, the experiments worth a try.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely!

  • @maxm7510
    @maxm7510 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I would like to see a comparison of BK XC core versus cushcore I also wonder what you would do if you got a bad sidewall tear ps thank you for continually making entertaining content

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Max!

  • @HairyMTB
    @HairyMTB 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Look forward to seeing the follow up vid!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      We shall see!

  • @tim3kgt
    @tim3kgt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "F'n CUSS-CORE" / "CURSE-CORE" / "SMEASH-CORE"
    i have cushcore too. i swear by it! the method you showed here is best. 1 tire bead, insert cush core, pinch cushcore to high volume area of tire and set 2nd bead. If you leave the chush core and the tire in the sun for a few minutes before, the process goes much smoother. 1st couple times are tough but it becomes very doable, and not so bad. Also, dont worry about the spacing of an air escape. The air will find a way. Esp, with the cushcore valves! sealant in tire before setting bead, not through the valve stem; works best for my setup.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fantastic, Tim, I really appreciate the tips!

  • @rekamniar
    @rekamniar 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    This vid is much more fun that it should be.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha glad to hear it

  • @mikekobylasz3490
    @mikekobylasz3490 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet idea Brian!!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      😁👍

  • @johnbell3826
    @johnbell3826 6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    You should send this into GMBN for hacks and booges. Im gonna try it

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha yes

  • @1bigkevs
    @1bigkevs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very comedic, thanks for the laugh bro.

  • @gregtherider1
    @gregtherider1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been using very similar stuff - closed cell isolation foam for heating pipes. They are dirt cheap and its more similar to huck norris and it works great! I rode it through whole season without any snakebite! Before that? Dont even ask!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, good stuff!!

  • @deadeonzx
    @deadeonzx 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    anytime you disagree with someone you should always say "we get it, see you on the trail" cuz that was lovely lol

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha, pretty much my favorite part

  • @mark77woody
    @mark77woody 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For everyone watching and considering doing it, DONT!
    Tried it with whole backer rod not cut and still ripped my tyre. It's just not dense enough. I wasn't being cocky and running low pressures either(28 psi hardly low) Save yourself the hassle and buy something fit for purpose.

  • @HFODT
    @HFODT 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I tried making a ghetto huck Norris out of a sleeping mat used for camping...should be closed cell foam. It absorbed like half a big bottle of sealant...

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hahaha, damn!

    • @HFODT
      @HFODT 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would be interesting to know how yiur experiment turns out! Follow up video in a few weeks? :)

  • @donchristie420
    @donchristie420 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, Ali Clarkson did a similar deal- DIY all the way!!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice!

  • @FeeneyHollow
    @FeeneyHollow 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was thinking about doing something similar myself. Thank you for convincing me not to! Ha ha. Love the channel.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha nice!

  • @masonkauffmann694
    @masonkauffmann694 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    your so inspiring, great idea keep, up the amazing work

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks man!

  • @schmickles1968
    @schmickles1968 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice hack Bri, i may give it a try out 👍🏻
    maybe you could call it
    “No more Ring Ding” 😉🤟🏻

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha nice

  • @Bush01
    @Bush01 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving the nuggetorium videos!!!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome, thanks Adam!

  • @cammoandy6498
    @cammoandy6498 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thriftiness to the core.....love it!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahah yes

  • @seans4018
    @seans4018 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So what was your final thoughts??? Would love to hear an honest comparison to the other expensive options. I'm thinking this route for my bike.

  • @philwise3541
    @philwise3541 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    If it works Bryan then it looks like a great job. One thought I have is that maybe the wheels will be out of balance? I know the zip ties won’t weigh much, but they do weigh something, so maybe put a zip tie at the opposite side of the wheel to what you have to have them on, just to balance the wheel out.
    Great to see a bit of ingenuity. 👍

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, it's definitely NOT an exact cut on the foam either!

    • @philwise3541
      @philwise3541 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      BKXC fair point 😆

  • @rayvenarroyo9598
    @rayvenarroyo9598 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thats very helpful. Your brilliant!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks!

  • @slebla240
    @slebla240 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found that the easiest way to remove old sealant is to use the top from a spray paint can. It fits the inside of the tire nicely. Works well for me.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh wow, that's great

  • @jonathanmtb9330
    @jonathanmtb9330 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great idea great video very interested to see how it works out for you. Also how are you liking the orbea Rallon?

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love the Rallon!

  • @wtfeatapples
    @wtfeatapples 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    lol im going to try this. I run minimum 3o psi btw

  • @raivkka4313
    @raivkka4313 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    First and foremost Brian, leave the homemade cush core IN when you send it back. The people that get the bike will get a hugh chuckle from it. 8)
    2nd, here is a revolutionary thought, couldn't you just put in a couple more PSI to prevent flats?
    And yes, I know less PSI makes a better ride but unless your are a downhill racer (as in someone who doesn't pedal) that device is a waste of money and extra weight.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, I'll leave in a thank you note!

  • @oliversharman3592
    @oliversharman3592 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just a tip, hook up a car battery to a thin piece of stripped copper wire. It will get very hot and you can slice the foam real neat like a knife through butter👍 other than that cool video man👍👍

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's a great tip!

  • @alchapi0073
    @alchapi0073 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now we wanna see the riding test!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep yep!

  • @saml8119
    @saml8119 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I flat pretty much every ride it seems. I’m going to just start filling my tires with expanding foam.
    Joking aside I like that your trying this out.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, it was worth a try but not that great. There are some better options out there like Huck Norris and Vittoria Air Liner

  • @blakeshields4868
    @blakeshields4868 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is a sick idea

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      😁👍

  • @btphonehome95
    @btphonehome95 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brian's Noodle?
    Kushion of Kennedy?
    Loved this hack though! Keen to see a test run on the rough stuff

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha good stuff

  • @matttaylor9385
    @matttaylor9385 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I know it was a super duper clean cut, but next time might want to think about hitting the sliced edge with a torch. It'll sheen up the cut cells and might help keep it from saturating with tire goop.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh interesting!

  • @iamsemjaza
    @iamsemjaza 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need to make a foam cutter, which is basically a wire that gets hot and then you just drag the foam though. Cut like butter.

  • @SelfAdjustment
    @SelfAdjustment 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well?? Did it work? Are you going to make a follow-up video? 🙏

  • @ezzzit
    @ezzzit 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude... You are so funny.. Love it.

  • @PeterCPRail8748
    @PeterCPRail8748 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hay its Nugget Magivor. Nice tip Brain, hope it kind of worked!!!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha me too

  • @blazerman61
    @blazerman61 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mcgyver would be proud of you bro!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha yes

  • @rejuniwa7848
    @rejuniwa7848 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    the sarcasm in this video was amazing😂

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😁👍

  • @mphmtb
    @mphmtb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How does adding the foam make the wheel ‘feel’ when riding. I did a back to back tubes to tubeless with the same tyres and pressures and noticed a massive difference. Surely running 5-10psi extra will make less of a difference than adding foam which will absorb the sealant and change the tyre dynamic.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Feels about the same, but with the lower air pressure it's nice!

  • @LordHolley
    @LordHolley 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lmafo. 3k+ bike, and gettocore inserts.... fun to watch.

  • @helldago1233
    @helldago1233 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Use pool floaty from Dollar tree and I think a little bit stiffer! Cheaper also.

  • @JaredHoff
    @JaredHoff 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My next bike is going to have carbon rims and I’m wondering if I need inserts? I’ve been trying. To ride gnarlier stuff. Are inserts a must 🤷🏼‍♂️

  • @markm4503
    @markm4503 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    We need updates on this and your brothers Canyon.

  • @vankarladventure223
    @vankarladventure223 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice video man, I found a cheaper foam material as an alternative for $2 at home depot store, I think it’s named “foam insulator” for copper pipe or something like that, hope it’ll help out for someone looking for it.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm not sure that stuff has the proper strength to hold up to a decent rim hit. The foam I got is pretty rigid, but no where close to as rigid as Cush Core.

    • @vankarladventure223
      @vankarladventure223 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      BKXC yep definitely! I’ll give the foam insulator a try, hope it’ll hold coz my friend did something like this too and he used a pool noodle and it was great so far.

  • @m00nchildblues
    @m00nchildblues 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha.thats some huge backer rod! Now go test it!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha, massive!

  • @stuartmoseley
    @stuartmoseley 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t wait for the test rides.. I imagine might be a little balancing issue.?

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No doubt!

  • @smoothisfast6644
    @smoothisfast6644 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please give a review of Cushcore when you’re get your bike.

    • @th_js
      @th_js 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      When you* get your bike

  • @whiplash231
    @whiplash231 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Funky Flat Tyre Defender FTW!!

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha

  • @MTBScotland
    @MTBScotland 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    seen this hack before - works pretty well from users I've spoke too. I don't have my tyres that soft so pinch flats aren't an issue. with my skill level having less psi doesn't help ha ha ha ha. For those that do it certainly is a great hack to do.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hoping it helps

    • @MTBScotland
      @MTBScotland 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      or you could stop riding so hard though rocks :P

  • @rawmtb7943
    @rawmtb7943 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Brian,
    Why do you use your air compressor instead of you Topeak pump with the compressor built in? Is the built in compressor any good? :)

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn't get it with the Topeak canister

    • @willbros1499
      @willbros1499 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      The guys at the local shop have those new reservoir pumps in a few different brands, and all of the mechanics say they don't work as well as the old ghetto homemade 2 liter bottle solution. They don't even mess with those new pumps anymore...just straight to the air compressor. So you're not the only one....
      LOVED the comment about "self heckling." :-)
      I'm going to be interested to see how much sealant that "closed cell" foam absorbs. What Phil was able to do to the actual Cushcore was eye opening, so for those wanting to run lower pressures and race enduro...I think it's a game changer. I never cared for the "squirrely" feel of pressure low enough to have to worry about rim issues with tubeless, but it would help if you had a tire "going low" and you didn't know it. At least you have a chance of catching it before it's too late with CussCore.

  • @christophelepine6926
    @christophelepine6926 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Brian, can you link me what you use for the floor please, thanks and really appreciate those videos where you're not riding, it change and it's cool too !

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks dude! Here's the flooring: amzn.to/2uN4SB9

  • @omarmartinez7277
    @omarmartinez7277 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Skelitor!!!!!! Lol... I like this type of video, " bkxc's bike hacks for bike hacks..... Lol

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha yes. Thanks Mez!

  • @wallstreetoneil
    @wallstreetoneil 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Home Brew is a name used in the car world for personal car hacks improvements -so I like Home Brew Core or HB Core.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I like that!

  • @hunkyheyward486
    @hunkyheyward486 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    pool noodle is closed cell too, things like memory foam and mattress foam are open cell

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Interesting!

    • @hunkyheyward486
      @hunkyheyward486 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yaaaaaaaaaaaay he replied

  • @themtnbikegeek
    @themtnbikegeek 6 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I still say it should be called BKXCore

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Haha, I don't want my name on this!

    • @th_js
      @th_js 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      It would be: Brian Kennedy Cross Core!

    • @m1chaelsc
      @m1chaelsc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Shit core

    • @Derkenblosh2
      @Derkenblosh2 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I wouldn't either .... lol

    • @tbrown8790
      @tbrown8790 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cush Poor!

  • @alexthemtbr
    @alexthemtbr 6 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    That’s so ghetto 😂😂 but so awesome man hahaha. Try some Double Down’s and proper pressure 24-27 front / 28-31 rear

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Gotta experiment!

    • @reillyharbach7304
      @reillyharbach7304 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely try double down or DH casing maxxis! Depending on your weight, terrain, and tpi tire pressure varies. Cool idea for a diy video though

  • @samuelmuldoon4839
    @samuelmuldoon4839 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Instead of using tubeless tires, which still require air, I use solid rubber tires. You do not have to pump any air into the tire at all. There is no valve stem. Although they are very difficult to get on the rim, they never go flat. My tires were originally intended for wheel-chairs, not bicycles, but there is plenty of "pressure." I do not know what the equivalent PSI is, but they are not soft when pressed with ones fingers. I've never had them slip off. When putting them on, they eventually sink down into the rim, and there's so much tension/elastic stretch, that there's no way it's going to come unseated. The brand name is "SHOX." I've used "Amerityre" too, which are more mountain-bikey, but expensive as hell. SHOX are city-bike only, but they're dirt cheap.

    • @danharvey3096
      @danharvey3096 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      and you MTB with these how? What tread pattern do they have? Can you downhill or enduro race or even ride with them? Does the grip give good traction on the surface when hitting berms & over awkward shaped rocks? If no to all that then your solid tires are completely irrelevant to the conversation.. You may as well be saying you should run the pedal bike on 96 unleaded because it works fine for your car.. Maybe it would work with roadbikes, but i cant see any situation where they could work with MTB, & that's what the video was about..

  • @zabolatlan_nyekenyoka1291
    @zabolatlan_nyekenyoka1291 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! Finnaly what is your experience this diy "cushcore" ? Work fine, not cork-screw (around its axis) after some ride ?

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I couldn't tell if it really did anything!

  • @alfredde4350
    @alfredde4350 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interested to see what you think about this

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too!

  • @xNoLimits84x
    @xNoLimits84x 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there a follow up video with a review of how the DIY Cheapo Cush Core is working?

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Doesn't seem to be doing anything good or bad

  • @behb3425
    @behb3425 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Brian, maybe you should sort your garbage separalety and drop it in recycling bins.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I do!

    • @behb3425
      @behb3425 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      BKXC nice to hear that!

  • @nicholasmcgibbon6756
    @nicholasmcgibbon6756 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should come ride Brisbane Australia. P.S. great video man

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks dude!

  • @barabolak
    @barabolak 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shipping? You know you can find these in EVERY hardware store right?

  • @JGooden762
    @JGooden762 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got cold sweats watching you use that knife like that...

  • @RJRobinsonX
    @RJRobinsonX 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have taken mine on and off a few times now. no big deal.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good to hear!

    • @RJRobinsonX
      @RJRobinsonX 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love you guys btw. Thanks for all the great content!

  • @TheBikeRoom
    @TheBikeRoom 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope it works. I’ll heed your warning but now my kids are going to be missing a noodle. They can all swim now so it’s been hanging around. If it was porous surely it would be no good as a floatation device. I’m going to try it🙏🏼

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha, love it

  • @GoatRidesBikes
    @GoatRidesBikes 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Livestream from the trail when it fails! Ok. Kidding. If you get in a pickle and have to cross a raging river pull the pool noodles out and you're good to go.

    • @bkxc
      @bkxc  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha "Live from the trail, this thing SUCKS!" Haha, float down the river!