Cycling Tips

Most cyclists, if they check their bikes at all do it just before the ride. I can't tell you how many times people have come into our store for air or brake adjustments. Why jeopardizes your next outing! Complete this 5- minute inspection after each of your treks and you're ready to go at the drop of a hat.

Quick Release:

Check for side to side play in the wheel: QR's or skewers that aren't tight or secure.

How: Make sure quick releases are closed all the way and that bolt- on skewers are securely fastened.

Wheel:

Check for Trueness:

How: While spinning the wheel, watch the distance between the rim and the brake pad. It should be uniform for the entire rotation. If the wheel wobbles it isn't true.

Brakes:

Check for grit on pads and caliper alignment:

How: If your brakes feel gritty, clean the pads with a rag and degreaser. Replace pads if thee groves are worn more than 50 percent of new pads. Calipers are aligned if pads are equidistance from the rim.

Tire:

Check for low tire pressure, embedded glass, slices in the tire or sidewall.

How: Inflate tires to proper pressure, and carefully remove embedded debris with tweezers. A cut tire or sidewall is prone for blowouts and shouldn't be ridden, replace it.

Seat Bag:

Check for Supplies you may have used during your ride. If you used something during your ride or found you were in need of an item but didn't have it make note and add or replace it before your next ride.