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[Ulysses N. Owen]

A list of 7 things to look for and take care of in order to get your bike ready for the Spring riding season.

 

1. Know your enemy - Rainy season in Thailand

 

2. Bike wash - DO IT !!

 

3. Check the tires and brake pads - Are they up to the task? Or in need of replacement?

 

4. Inspect and lube the chain - Happy drivetrain = Happy rider

 

5. Install NEW cables - The most inexpensive way to keep your expensive bike components from becoming worn out early

 

6. Equipment check - Be ready, be prepared. The weather when you leave your house will not be the same weather when you return from your ride.

 

7. Add some bling - Bikes with NEW bling demand to be ridden. They beckon. They plead. And, maybe they turn some heads out on the trail or road.

 

Read all the details at - http://bicyclethaila...ke-for-spring/7

[The Wrench]

One question that always comes up about bike washing - using a pressure washer. Don't do it.

 

Yes, I know the pro mechanics do it, but they replace bearings A LOT and they get those bearings for FREE.

 

So, unless you get FREE bearings from your sponsors and you replace them after every race/ride then DO NOT use a pressure washer to clean your bike.

 

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