Winter riding can be a fun experience. Whether you are commuting every day or just going out for a spin, there are a few things to keep in mind when you get back before you make yourself a hot cocoa and relax.
After each ride, you should wipe the salt and slush off your bike. The extra five minutes each day will ensure you have a bike once spring hits. Keeping your winter steed as clean as possible will keep it safe and reliable. The salt from the frozen roads will destroy your bike if left unattended. Don’t use pressurized water when doing this, a wet washcloth will do just fine. Plus then your bike will be nice and sparkly and make you want to ride it again! Once a week you should clean the gunk off the chain and re-lubricate it. Doing this will help your bike shift better (if you have gears) and keep your chain strong as you push through the frozen ruts. No one wants to deal with a popped chain in 10-degree weather! After every winter you should always tune up your bike. The cables that hook up your brakes and pull your derailers will often times need to be replaced. Plus this is a great time to change the cable housing color to customize your shred sled. Venture North offers a discounted basic tune-up at $50 until the end of February!
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Big Chungus
2/12/2019 06:06:19 pm
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3/14/2019 10:32:32 pm
Very good things to have on the list!! I really appreciate that you described these items out!
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8/18/2022 07:20:25 am
Make sure they have plenty of stopping power. If they don’t, try adjusting the cable or trying new pads. Also check the brake fluid and make sure it has a sweet smell (not sour).Chain: Check that all pins are tight, especially if you plan to ride over rough terrain. A loose chain will wear out quickly and can cause serious problems with your drivetrain.
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10/1/2022 07:20:05 am
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