RadicalWacko September 6th, 2009
A nice little article from Bartlesville Live reminding us the ABC+ of bicycle equipment checks . . .
A is for air
- Inflate tires to rated pressure as listed on the sidewall of the tire.
- Use a pressure gauge to insure proper pressure.
- Check for damage to tire tread and sidewall; replace if damaged.
B is for brakes
- Inspect pads for wear; replace if there is less than 1/4th of pad left.
- Check pad adjustment; make sure they do not rub tire or dive into spokes.
- Check brake level travel; at least 1” between bar and lever when applied.
C is for cranks, chain and cassette
- Make sure that crank bolts are tight; lube the treads only, nothing else.
- Check the chain for wear; 12 links should measure no more than 12 1/8 inches.
- If the chain skips on the cassette, it may need an adjustment or a new one.
Quick is for quick releases
- Hubs need to be tight in the frame; the quick release should engage at 90 degrees.
- The hub quick release should point back to insure that nothing catches on it.
- Inspect brake quick releases to make sure they reengage.
Check is for check it over
- Take a quick ride to check if derailleurs and brakes are working properly.
- Inspect the bike for loose or broken parts; tighten, replace or fix them.
- Pay extra attention to the bike to keep it in good working condition.
The Nuts and Bolts of Bicycle Safety | BartlesvilleLIVE
Tags: bicycle repair, Maintenance
RadicalWacko January 25th, 2009
Schlegel Bicycles will be offering both the novice and intermediate versions of their Park School bicycle maintenance classes. The novice class will be offered on February 17th and the intermediate class will be on February 7th and 14th. The complete description of the courses are below:
Novice Bicycle Maintenance Class
Students get an overview of many aspects of bicycles maintenance. Tires and tubes, brakes, and gear adjustments are demonstrated, discussed and worked on by the students. The class content is similar to a 90 day check-up on the bike. This is an excellent class for someone with a relatively modern or brand new bike who wishes to learn about maintenance, but can only make a limited time commitment for the class. In the novice class, the emphasis is placed on knowing when there is a problem, and on cleaning the bike. The presentations will often be descriptive. For example, showing what rear cogs are and how they work is part of the class, but demonstrating or practicing their removal are beyond the scope of this class. This is about a three-four hour class. Cost for the novice class is $40.00 per person. This class is typically offered on a monthly basis.
Intermediate Bicycle Maintenance Class
The Class content will be similar to a basic shop tune up. Emphasis will be placed on adjustments, but components will not be pulled completely apart. This class might be an option for someone who has tried some basic repairs. The student should have some familiarity with the topics presented, but may not necessarily have the experience. Participants with limited bike knowledge might consider the novice class before taken the Intermediate course. The Intermediate class is approximately a 6-8 hour course. This course will be broken down into two classes. Cost for the Intermediate class is $90.00 This class is typically held bimonthly.
Via: Learn Bike Repair At Our Park School! – Schlegel Bicycles – A TOP 100 Bicycle Retailer in the US two years running!
Tags: Education, Maintenance
