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| >Fixing a Flat How do I fix a flat? Remove the tire from the rim with tire levers, remove the punctured tube and look to see where the tube was punctured (this will help you inspect the tire for any foreign object). Inspect the inside of the tire for holes or any sharp object that may have caused the flat. Patch the tube or replace it with a new one. With one side of the tire already attached to the rim, put the new or patched tube back in starting with the valve and working your way around the whole wheel. It’s a good idea to put a little bit of air into the tube so it holds its shape as you reinstall the other side of the tire (with tire levers, if necessary) – be careful not to pinch the tube as you do this. Inflate the tube to your desired pressure and you’re good to go! Go Back >Repairing a Broken Chain What if my chain breaks while I’m out on a ride? You should always carry a tool with you in case you are faced with this situation. Many multi-tools have a chain tool on them, but a simple chain tool also small enough to fit in your pocket or your gear bag. Should your chain break while on a ride, use the chain tool to the push the first usable pin on an unbroken link out far enough to disconnect the link, but not all the way through the other side of the chain (this will make it easier to reconnect the chain at another link). Reconnect the link to an unbroken link on the other end of the chain. This may be easier if you put the chain on your small chainring. If you had to take out a few damaged links, your chain will be shorter than it should be, so your gearing may be limited – for example, you may want to avoid using your big chainring to avoid another break. But this should do the trick to get you home, or to a location where you can repair or replace the chain. Go Back >Basic Maintenance Tips What are the basic things I need to know about bike maintenance? Keep your chain lubed and your tires well-inflated. It’s a good idea to know how to fix a flat tire or repair a broken chain, especially if you ride in remote areas. Always carry small tools, a tube or patch kit, and a pump. This will help you to be self-sufficient. You may choose to take your bike to your local mechanic for anything more complicated than this. But if you are mechanically inclined, and want to work on your bike yourself, there are resources to help you with that (see below). Go Back >Resources for Additional Information Is there anywhere else I can go for help with maintenance and repairs? The web is full of sites that offer additional information also you can go to the individual manufacturers website to get specific information about the product you need to repair or maintain. . If you are looking for further resource we recommend the following: The book “Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance” is available for purchase. Just go to our books and videos department to find many more items that will help you. Go Back |
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