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How Do You Store Bicycles And Gear?

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How Do You Store Bicycles And Gear?

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Whether it’s your restored Schwinn Sting-Ray with banana seat or the latest carbon-fiber race bike, all pedal-powered machinery has one thing in common: It wants to be used frequently. Extended storage will make it ill-tempered and balky. But there are a few tricks that will keep your two-wheeled friend content during a seasonal layoff. Oil the chain and sprockets. This is the single biggest problem area for stored bikes. Use a special chain lube, available from a bike shop, or any lightweight machine oil. Spin the pedals and shift through the gears to distribute the oil thoroughly. Wipe the bike down with a rag. Look for dirt caked around the derailleurs, brakes, and bottom bracket (where the pedals attach to the frame). Inspect brake and shift cables for broken strands. If you find any, it’s time for a professional tune-up. There’s no harm in waiting until next season, but tape a reminder note to the bike. Install large, rubber-coated ceiling hooks in your garage to hang the bike. Fo

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