NBD and first impressions: Factor LS - a gravel bike for roadies

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11-26-20, 05:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jbasirico

I saw a suggestion to use these dome plugs to fill the holes for bike accessory mounts. I think there are also some cheap purpose-built plastic plugs you can use or even M5 nylon bolts can also be used, all of which cost a few bucks at most and weigh practically nothing.
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/836-2590

Thanks for that. I have actually put in some regular waterbottle cage bolts, but the nylon ones is a good idea! Have ordered some.

Incidentally, heard back from Factor on both the issues flagged:
- they are re-tooling the plugs to make them more secure
- the issue with the rear through axle was sloppiness on the part of the bike shop putting together my bike

Have updated the review accordingly.