Quote Originally Posted by nuthatch
I was going to guess loc-tite too! What a day! And you sound so organized and cool! I've got the tools on board but I'd probably still be freaking out about being late getting home! It's amazing that you found all those pieces on the trail.
Thank you! The funniest part was actually feeling pleased that I finally got to use my tools. I haven't even got a flat this year. (knocking on desktop)

Finding the pieces was truly a surprise because they're tiny, smaller than a nickel. I think the leaves kept them from bouncing and the failure was immediate, so they weren't strewn further.

Loc-tite will be applied as well as some compression (?) rings to act as redundant security. The mechanic is also getting a new machine (I forget what it's called) but the rods that attach to the bike and are locked to the rack will be altered such that there is some friction area to prevent slipping. The rods are currently completely smooth.

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