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How often should you clean your bike?
How often should you clean your bike?
What should you use to clean exceptionally dirty chains?
What should you use to clean exceptionally dirty chains?
How often should you replace your brake pads?
How often should you replace your brake pads?
What should you check every 6 months?
What should you check every 6 months?
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What is recommended to do at the 6-month mark?
What is recommended to do at the 6-month mark?
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Study Notes
Bike Maintenance for Triathletes
- Triathletes often prioritize their bike maintenance, but may not always follow through due to lack of knowledge or time.
- Proper bike maintenance is crucial for safety, performance, and prolonging the life of the bike.
Daily Maintenance
- Conduct a brief daily check of bike equipment to avoid getting stranded miles from home.
- Check tire pressure, and slightly under-pump rather than over-inflate.
- Ensure brakes function properly, with wheels spinning true in the center.
- Verify wheel skewers are tight and seated properly.
Weekly Maintenance
- Clean the bike every seven days, especially after riding in wet conditions.
- Wash the drivetrain weekly, using Goo Gone and a pressure washer.
- Apply degreaser and chain lube to keep the drivetrain running smoothly.
Semi-Annual Maintenance
- Perform a full tune-up every six months, or at least a thorough once-over.
- Check cables for fraying or damage, and replace as needed.
- Inspect brake pads and replace if worn down, especially after riding on hilly terrain.
- Check tires for flat spots, cuts, damage, bulges, or fiber casing showing through the rubber, and replace if necessary.
- Ensure the headset is tight and the handlebars are snug.
Annual Maintenance
- Visit a local bike shop yearly for a professional tune-up and learn from the mechanics.
- Take advantage of learning opportunities from bike mechanics while they work on your bike.
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Learn the importance of daily bike maintenance for triathletes, including safety checks, tire pressure, and brake function to ensure optimal performance and prolong the life of the bike.
