Bicycle Commuting Guide
Winter Bike Care
Winter Bike Care
Rims: When wet, brake pads grip aluminum rims better than they do steel.
Tires: Fat tires have better traction. Tires less than 1 1/4" wide work better on wet streets when under-inflated. Use tires with a deep tread pattern.
Salt damage: With lots of winter riding, occasion-ally wipe your frame, rims, spokes, and derailleurs, and lube your chain. Use a toothbrush for hard-to reach parts.
Fenders: They beat almost anything to keep you dry on wet pavement. The newest plastic ones are inexpensive and light, but can break if installed wrong.
Bearing damage: After biking in wet weather put your bike indoors so bearings can dry.
Brakes: Grime builds up on brake pads, making them squeak or scratch your rims. Run a rag between each pad and the rim, like shining a shoe. Occasionally remove the wheel and check pads for wear.
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