Bike fit is a massive topic all by itself and there are plenty of people doing it as a profession, so what I’m covering here is the raw basics to
Author: pembosmith
Basic Tool Kit & Which Ones To Carry On Your BikeBasic Tool Kit & Which Ones To Carry On Your Bike
A basic toolkit consists of standard tools, many of which you may already have. A pump with a gauge – Presa or Schrader Flathead Screwdrivers – small, medium & large
The 10 Most Common Trail RepairsThe 10 Most Common Trail Repairs
Puncture Remove the tube Remove whatever caused the puncture (check rim tape) Replace the tube or mend the puncture NO MORE TUBES OR PATCHES? Fold the tube at the puncture
Adjusting Your GearsAdjusting Your Gears
Rear Mech Set Up Remove Cable Tension Ensure chain is correctly routed through rear mech and wheel is squarely in dropouts. Is mech a high or low normal design? For
Step By Step To Cleaning Your BikeStep By Step To Cleaning Your Bike
Clean your bike after every ride Remove cycling accessories Seat bag Water bottle Computer Pump Clean the frame and all the components with a hose Pressure washers are okay, but
Preparing For Every RidePreparing For Every Ride
There is nothing worse than heading out on your bike to remember when you are 20 miles away from home that your spare inner tube is still on your bench
CHOOSE YOUR PATHCHOOSE YOUR PATH
It is amazing how much strength we all have if someone is in the mud with us. We can actually find it funny seeing each other slip around. We will
How I Clean My BikeHow I Clean My Bike
I believe that good bike maintenance starts with keeping your bike clean. I clean my bike after every ride and always before I clean myself. I find that if I
Who Am I?Who Am I?
I just wanted to share some stuff to see if anyone would be interested. I have enjoyed the life I have had so far and would like to think that
