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READY FOR THE RIDE
4 Things to Check Before Your Next Bike Ride Bicycles are the star of this month’s newsletter! On the cover, we share a few ways to get more out of your cycling experience (and a few great places to bike), but the tips don’t end there. It’s always important to be prepared for every ride. As you get ready for your next ride — whether it’s your first of the year or you’ve been out numerous times — there are four things to check before jumping on the saddle:
only a light coat of lubrication to keep it running smoothly. When you lift the chain up on the bottom run, there should be little give (no more than half an inch or so) before the rear derailleur cage begins to move forward. Any more and a bump on the road can knock the chain off the drivetrain. • Brakes With regular use, brake levers and cables can become slackened, which means weaker braking. That’s the last thing you want if you need to stop in a pinch. On top of this, brakes and brake pads wear out and need to be adjusted or replaced regularly.
• Tires Always check tire pressure before heading out. Maintaining good tire pressure (firm to the pinch) ensures a safer and more efficient ride. Underinflation can damage rims and spokes, and overinflation can split the tire, especially if you hit a bump. Both can damage the tire and inner tube as well. • Spokes Correctly tensioned spokes keep the wheel perfectly round. Poorly tensioned spokes can create a wobbly ride and can damage the wheel, brakes, and the bike itself. Adjust spoke tension with a spoke wrench or take your bike to a bike mechanic for a checkup. (It’s always good to take your bike in at least once a year for a professional tuneup.) • Chain Give your chain, shifters, and derailleurs (gears) a regular once-over. The chain should be well-tensioned and clean, with
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