Sometimes when you slit or puncture a tyre, regular tubeless sealant just won't seal the hole and the tyre will lose air and sealant. Thankfully, Effetto Mariposa's ZOT! Nano is designed for just such occasions. Teamed with Effetto Mariposa's Caffelatex Sealant, ZOT! Nano can seal holes up to 10mm.Acts as a catalyst for Caffelatex sealant when injected into damaged tyreOnce catalysed, Caffelatex sealant can seal holes up to 10mmEasy to use design with metal needle allows precise application - One bottle is enough for 2-5 usesPerfect for when punctures are just too big for normal Caffelatex cannot seal the holeOnly works with Caffelatex Sealant will not work with other brands of sealantFor use with Effetto Mariposa's Caffelatex Sealant only, ZOT! Nano acts as an instant polymerisation catalyst for the sealant, helping it to plug holes up to 10mm that the sealant on it's own would not be able to cope with. The metal needle makes application easy and the 10ml bottle only needs to be used in small quantities. As such the bottle is good for 2-5 uses depending on the size of the hole in the tyre. If you get a big hole in your tyre, ZOT! Nano can mean the difference between being able to keep calm and carry on or having to resort to an inner tube. Even worse than this, it could save you from a long walk home!
Carbomove from Effetto Mariposa is a release spray, acting at the same time as penetrating oil and as powerful solvent. It s a great ally to free blocked components.Carbomove is very effective to free any blocked component of the bikeIt s the last resort to remove blocked aerodynamic seat-postsEasily cleans Carbogrip tracesDoesn t damage carbon composites or metalsWhen to use it: If the bicycle components have been mounted professionally, using Carbogrip or other specific assembly products, it's quite easy - for example - to modify the saddle height, even after some time. On the other hand, if the components have been assembled dry or not with the right products, repositioning or removing them can be a real challenge. There are ways to resolve the problem, but they all involve the use of brute force. Carbomove is a great help even in desperate cases, penetrating between the surfaces and facilitating their movement.Typical applications:Removal of a seat-postRemoval of threaded bottom bracketsRemoval of aerodynamic extensions from their clampsRemoval of traces of glue from the frame (vinyl stickers)Removal of CarbogripExample - Using Carbomove for a seized seat-post:Create a funnel by wrapping the seat tube with packing tape, leaving it open around the seized seat-postSpray abundantly Carbomove inside the funnel, in order to have the interface between seat-post and seat tube constantly moistenedLet it rest for a few hours. If needed, spray more Carbomove if neededCheck if the seat-post starts to move. If it s still stuck, repeat from #2The length of insertion of the seat-post into the bicycle frame heavily affects the duration (and success) of the operation: if the seat-post is inserted for more than 20 cm, the task becomes very difficult. It is sometimes useful to turn the bicycle upside down, remove the bottom bracket and spray Carbomove inside the frame from there.The worst case scenario is with aerodynamic seat-posts, whose section is not round. This means that their components cannot be twisted. In this case, Carbomove is the best and only option.
With tubeless tyres becoming more and more prevalent, never has there been a better time to invest in tyre sealant. Effetto Mariposa's Caffelatex Tyre Sealant is an innovative sealant that has long been proven at the highest level on and off-road. Highly effective tyre sealant that lasts up to 2 years in a tubular tyreFoaming action when wheel is turning helps to prevent puncturesMicroscopic silicate particles also help to provide quicker sealing, resulting in less air loss when you punctureSeals holes up to 5mm on an MTB tubeless tyreContains no ammonia and is non-corrosive, making it safe to use in tubular tyresCaffelatex's formula contains microscopic silicate particles, allowing the sealant more time to seal holes up to 5mm. These particles are so small, at less than 2 microns in diameter, that the sealant is still highly fluid and easily coats the inside of your tyre or tubular. The formula also has a foaming action when the wheel is spinning, further helping to improve the sealing of any punctures.Not only is Caffelatex sealant highly effective at sealing punctures, it is also incredibly durable. Thanks to its innovative formula, the sealant can last up to 2 years depending on the application and the external conditions. When using the sealant in a tubular tyre with a latex inner tube, you can expect the sealant to last between 1-2 years. For tubeless-ready tyres the sealant lasts 4-6 months, so you can go a long time between fill ups and enjoy puncture-free riding for months on end before you need to check if the sealant has dried out. Durable, reliable and excellent at sealing punctures, the Effetto Mariposa Caffelatex tyre sealant is some of the best you can buy.
While the bigger, more common 3.5mm Plug is great for bigger punctures on mtb tyres, several times a 1.5mm Plug is enough for smaller damages or road/gravel Tyres: having both available is simply better. The somehow bad reputation of 1.5mm plugs, unable to fix punctures, is due to the common mistake of using these small Plugs with big Forks… opening the hole more than size of the plug. The tiny, dedicated Fork of Tappabuco 1.5 prevents this occurrence.
The Tappabuco is a Tyre Plug tool ideal for repairing punctures in Tubeless Tyres. Designed to work as an end-plug for Road and Mountain Bike Handlebars, these tubeless tyre plugs can be carried inside most Shimano and SRAM Bottom Brackets too (it fits holes with inner diameter between 15 and 20 mm). This tubeless tyre repair kit is easy to carry and fast to use.Contains: Tappabuco 1.5 + 5pcs 1.5mm PlugsStainless Steel ForkHigh Density Silicone1.5mm PlugsFits into Road or MTB HandlebarsWhy We Created It - Tyre Plugs have become a standard way of fixing bigger punctures in Tubeless Tyres. With Tappabuco (Italian for stopgap or literally hole plugger) Effetto Mariposa wants to offer a practical solution for road and off-road riding, easy to carry and fast to use.Easy to Carry - Tyre Plug tools have to be easily reached in case of puncture but because of their sharp shape they should be stored in a safe way. Tappabuco solves this, as it s designed to work as end-plug for road and mountain bike handlebars, and it can be carried inside most Shimano and SRAM Bottom Brackets too (it will fit holes with inner diameter between 15 and 20 mm). Keeping the Rubber Tyre Plug already in the Tappabuco Fork ensures fast puncture repairing of Tubeless Tyres.Lightweight - Tappabuco is made of high density Silicone with a Stainless Steel Fork, for maximum durability and adaptability. Weight is just 13g for Tappabuco 3.5 and 11g for Tappabuco 1.5. Replacement Plugs can be kept on Tappabuco, keeping them as 5pcs card and inserting the Fork between two Plugs (the picture helps see it).
Tubular tyres can be a daunting, difficult and time-consuming proposition for a lot of riders. While clinchers are a comparative breeze to mount, tubulars require glue or less-effective taping in order to be safely mounted. Effetto Mariposa's Carogna Tubular Tape provides all the performance of glue, with the ease of tape.Extremely easy to use, making tubular tyres far quicker to fit safelyProvides excellent adhesion and is highly heat-resistant; perfect for road racingLeaves the rim ready for next gluing or taping when removed.Suitable for road or cyclocross use on carbon or aluminium rimsSize-specific for different rim widthsGluing tubular tyres and rims is both time-consuming and messy. With the need for the glue to set before mounting the tyre, realistically it can take days rather than minutes to safely mount them. This is where Effetto Mariposa's Carogna Tubular Tape provides a key advantage; it is incredibly easy and quick to use and offers incredibly secure adhesion to rival gluing. It also offers excellent heat-resistance, making it perfect for high-performance use where rim temperatures can soar. The tape also leaves no residue, so once removed the rim needs no additional cleaning before it is next glued or more tape is re-applied.Not only is Carogna Tubular Tape extremely easy to use, it is also suitable for both road and cyclocross use, with it being rated to extremely high and low-temperature use. Rim material is not a problem either, as the Carogna Tape is suitable for use with both aluminium and carbon rims. The tape comes in different sizes to suit different rim widths, with the Small width suitable for rims up to 20mm wide, Small/Medium suitable for 21-24mm rims and Medium suitable for the latest modern rims between 25 and 28mm wide. Easy to use and incredibly secure, no longer should you fear tubular tyres thanks to Effetto Mariposa's Carogna Tubular Tape.
Flowerpower is a performance wax-based lubricant using natural ingredients including a high sunflower seed wax content. It is an efficient way to lubricate bicycle chains yet harmless to the environment with its formula avoiding any fluorinated compounds (PFAS), graphene or sulphides.Effective and clean lubricant for chainsHarmless to the environmentStrong adhesion to metal - High sunflower seed wax content adheres to clean metalWater resistant formulaSuitable for road or off-road ridingLong lastingLow friction formulaStore and apply temperature range 5 - 35 ° C (41 - 95 ° F)Made in Italy100mlAfter treatment with Flowerpower lube, the chain will run quietly and more efficiently, giving more power to the rider. It will not attract dirt like oil-based lubes, so the life of the chain is extended. Flowerpower is a wax emulsion based in water, not alcohol. It has a high wax-to-water ratio exceeding 50%. Applied to a clean chain Flowerpower penetrates and coats the chain with a thick layer of wax which anchors to the metal as the water base evaporates. This leaves a long-lasting wax coating that is resistant to pedalling stresses and water from rain or the trail/road.It is recommended that about 4ml of Flowerpower lube is used on a clean chain. This will last approximately 300km in dry riding road conditions or 7,500km per 100ml bottle. Off-road or use in heavy rains are likely to require more frequent applications.
With tubeless tyres becoming more and more prevalent, more and more riders are enjoying the benefits of tubeless. But what if your rims are not tubeless compatible Effetto Mariposa's Caffelatex Tubeless Tape is the answer, allowing you to convert normal rims to tubeless.Rim tape is incredibly easy to use, converting your rims to tubeless-readyRequires tubeless valves and sealant (Sold separately)Can be used with some non-tubeless-ready MTB tyres not recommended for tube-only road/CX tyresWhile more and more rims are designed from the outset to be used with tubeless and tubeless-ready tyres, there are still a huge number only designed to take tubes. Rather investing in a new set of wheels, the Effetto Mariposa Caffelatex Tubeless Tape allows you to convert your regular inner-tube only wheels to tubeless-ready. Starting with the Caffelatex Tubeless Tape, you can remove your current rim tape or cloth and install the tubeless tape. This is the first step in setting your wheels and tyres up tubeless. The tape helps to make the rim as air tight as possible when combined with the tyre sealant. The width of the tape varies, so you must select the right size for your rim. The S Kit suits rims with an external section of 20-24mm, M suits 25-29mm and L suits 30-34mm wide rims.
Effetto Mariposa Caffelatex Tubeless Presta Valve KitThe Caffélatex Tubeless Valve is a great accessory for any tubeless wheel. Thanks to its conic adapters, this versatile valve will adapt to both Presta and Schrader-drilling and features a removable valve core, which allows re-building and the fitting of a tubeless-specific Caffélatex valve extension. Being made of nickel-plated brass, it's also impressively strong and won’t break even with unfriendly pump heads (or rough hands). To make this valve easily recognisable even when mounted it comes with an anodised aluminium-tuning cap. Like all Effetto Mariposa products, it’s made in Italy to the highest quality standards. Features: Anodised aluminium tuning cap makes your quality product easy to identify even when mounted Removable valve core allows re-building and the fitting of tubeless-specific valve extensions Conic adapters adapt to both Presta and Schrader-drilling Nickel-plated brass won’t break (even with unfriendly pump heads) Suits: Road & Off Road Length: 40mm full length (37mm effective length when inserted into the rim-bed) Kit Contains: 2 x Caffélatex Tubeless Valves 2 x Anodised aluminium tuning caps 2 x Rubber conic adapters 2 x Metal washers 1 x Presta mechanism/Valve extension key Buy Effetto Wheels & Tyres from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.
The Effetto Mariposa Espresso Inflate & Repair takes all of the pain out of getting a puncture in your inner tube, tubeless tyre or tubular tyre. By combining an inflater with a sealant injector, the Espresso Inflate & Repair will help get you back up and running in no time.Combines tyre inflater with a sealant injector to get you back riding quicklyFlexible silicone hose fits directly to presta valves and is easy to useCaffelatex sealant seals holes in inner tubes up to 1mm and holes in tyres up to 5mm125ml size will inflate up to a 29x3.0 tyreNot only does the Espresso inflate your tyre back up to riding pressure, but the Caffelatex sealant also helps to seal holes up to 5mm. Caffelatex's formula contains microscopic silicate particles, allowing the sealant more time to seal holes. These particles are so small, at less than 2 microns in diameter, that the sealant is still highly fluid and easily coats the inside of your tyre or tubular. The formula also has a foaming action when the wheel is spinning, further helping to improve the sealing of any punctures.Combined with the inflating action and the easy to use flexible hose that fits directly to presta valves, should you puncture you can be back up and running in a matter of seconds. Easy to use and incredibly useful, the Effetto Mariposa Espresso Inflate & Repair is perfect for riders who want to fix a puncture in double quick time.
When used on Presta drilled rims (valve hole diameter: 6.5mm), the rubber valve base ensures a perfect air-tightness simply tightening the valve on the rim (with its nut), without any additional adapter. When used on Presta drilled with a wider (> 6.5mm) inside hole, or when used on Schrader drilled rims (valve hole diameter: 8.5mm), Effetto recommend fitting the conic adapter on the valve before inserting it into the rim. Use the metal washer on the outside of the rim, before tightening the valve nut.
Effetto Mariposa Flowerpower Wax Chain Lube (100ml)Efficient, performance-enhancing and not harmful to the environment, the Flowerpower Wax Chain Lube from Effetto Mariposa is a superb chain lube that is ideal for all-conditions riding. Formulated to ensure exceptional lubrication while protecting your chain links and drivetrain from accumulated dirt, grit and grease, this wax-based chain lube is sure to keep your drivetrain running smooth and silent regardless of whether you're travelling on the road or along muddy mountain bike trails.The Advantages of Wax Chain LubricationWe are all familiar with the classic lubricating oils, traditionally used in cycling. However, these products are subject to rapid contamination during use, collecting dust and dirt (hence the classic trace of black they leave) and over time becoming real abrasive pastes that reduce the life of the chain and - progressively - its efficiency (we are talking about several Watts of precious leg power wasted).The use of lubricating waxes has become more and more widespread: the chain treated with these products does not dirty, runs silently for a long time and absorbs less power, all this while increasing the number of miles/kilometres travelled before a chain has to be replaced. Water-based wax emulsions, such as Flowerpower Wax, bring great benefits, following some simple usage tips.How Flowerpower Wax WorksFlowerpower Wax creates a solid layer of wax that is interposed between the moving elements of the chain, reducing friction. It is a water emulsion of natural waxy compounds, with the right viscosity to penetrate inside the chain links, where lubrication is most important. Once the water has evaporated, a thick layer of wax remains firmly anchored to the metal, creating a real anti-friction pad.The chain will not be dry to the touch - given the layer of wax that also protects the outside - but it will not be greasy or sticky and will not retain dirt.First ApplicationWax emulsions require a deep cleaning of the chain before they can be applied the first time. It is essential to remove any oily traces so that the emulsion comes in contact with the metal and can deposit a well-adhering layer of wax.The thing is very simple using Effetto Mariposa's Allpine Extra - an excellent degreaser designed for this purpose - and the Mangiacatena chain cleaner, equipped with rotating brushes. Thanks to these products it is not necessary to disassemble the chain to clean it thoroughly. Rinse the chain with water and dry it perfectly to complete cleaning.Once this is done, after shaking the Flowerpower Wax bottle vigorously, apply a drop of product on each link of the chain. When each link has received its drop of wax, slowly turn the pedals (at least 10 complete revolutions) in order to allow the emulsion to penetrate inside. Leave to dry for at least 2-3 hours.For the first application, repeat the lubrication process described above a second time (one drop of Flowerpower Wax per link, etc.). After waiting again for 2-3 hours to allow the water to evaporate, possibly clean the excess product on the outside of the chain with a cloth and you are ready to pedal.Successive ApplicationsAs the miles/kilometres accumulate, when the chain starts to become noisy, simply clean it with a dry cloth and reapply a drop of Flowerpower Wax on each link. Since the wax retains no or very little dirt, it is possible to continue to lubricate in this way without the need to degrease the chain, which is instead recommended in case of rides in muddy conditions or in the presence of sand. In that case it is better restoring the initial conditions with Allpine Extra, rinse, dry and then proceed with a deep lubrication with Flowerpower Wax.In normal use, Effetto Mariposa recommend lubricating the chain if needed after the usual cleaning of the bicycle, in order to find it ready for the next ride.High Percentage of WaxThere can be major differences between water-based wax emulsions. While many competing products are around 30%, Flowerpower Wax exceeds 50%* of wax-to-water ratio. The result is the formation of a thicker anti-abrasion layer for the same quantity of emulsion applied, with great benefits in terms of durability and efficiency.* Percentage by weight (dry residue after evaporation of water)The Strength of Sunflower SeedsThe wax obtained from sunflower seeds has interesting characteristics for cycling use. It adheres strongly to metal and is water-resistant, prolonging the effectiveness of lubrication even in the event of rain or involuntary washing (creek crossing etc.). It also has excellent mechanical properties, necessary to withstand the continuous stresses of pedalling.Thanks to its formulation, Flowerpower Wax is ideal in any season, both on and off-road.Without Hazardous AdditivesEffetto Mariposa have decided to avoid adding further additives (such as PTFE and fluorinated compounds in general, graphene, sulphides, etc.) to keep Flowerpower Wax totally harmless to the health and environment, also because the current formula - among other things, vegan - has satisfied the most demanding testers and racers in the long development phase. Together with sunflower seed wax, other waxes of natural origin complete the lubricating mix. The emulsion is water-based without the addition of alcohol.Format, Tips for Use and Storage:Flowerpower Wax is available in 100 ml bottles. Shake well before use to allow the ingredients to mix evenly.A single application of Flowerpower Wax allows you to travel about 300 km on an asphalted road, in the absence of heavy rain. Off-road use may require more frequent chain lubrication.Keeping the chain well lubricated allows you to optimize the life of the drivetrain and its efficiency in terms of power absorption. Considering that a complete lubrication of the chain requires about 4 ml of product, a 100 ml bottle allows 25 lubrications, for an approximate total of 7,500 km travelled.Store and apply the product at a temperature between 5 and 35 ° C (41 - 95 ° F). Once applied to the chain, the temperature limits of use are those at which you decide to ride.Features: Creates a solid layer of wax between the moving parts of the chain, reducing friction, noise and increasing the life of the chain Unlike lubricating oils, it does not dirty clothes and resists contamination by dirt and dust very well Thanks to the sunflower seed wax, it is very resistant to water and is ideal in any season, on and off-road High wax to water ratio (over 50%) Rapidly biodegradable: it does not contain PTFE, sulphides, graphene or other chemicals harmful to the environmentBuy Effetto Mariposa Accessories from Chain Reaction Cycles, the World's Largest Online Bike Store.