Bicycle Maintenence

[willow_red]

I signed up for Bike-to-Work Day for the third year in a row. However, I've only actually biked it once, back in 2003. Last year, I was unable to get my bike into decent enough shape in time, so I walked to work that day (~3.5 miles). My feet were not happy with me by the end of the day, but I did it, channeling Yomiko Readman the whole time ;). This year, I have my bike mostly in shape. After months of searching on and off, I finally found replacement brakes. They don't work quite as well as I want them too, but they'll be good enough for now. I think I need to get the cords tightened, but that'll require me to take it in, which won't happen by next week. Btw, thanks to nickhalfasleep for that link on how brakes are supposed to fit. The tires could use more air, but I'll survive if I don't find my bike pump in time. Must search for my helmet, however.

I took a test ride around the neighborhood for a mile or two, which cramped up my legs more than it should have. Oh well, Bike-to-Work day generally equals pain, but I can do it! Maybe I can start biking to work a day or two here and there to get some exercise.

Check it out! I wrote a short post, and it's the second one this week! Go me!

Comments

Bah, pumps!

[mackys.livejournal.com]

That gas station over by the McDonalds at Moorehead and Table Mesa has free air. I remember cuz that's where I top off my motorcycle tires before heading out for a ride. You can even walk your bike over there to fill it up if need be.

Duh, Big Red Truck

[willow-red.livejournal.com]

Thank you for pointing out the obvious. That never occurred to me.

Re: Duh, Big Red Truck

[nickhalfasleep.livejournal.com]

But be careful, gas station pumps are very powerful and you need to be careful about overfilling bike tires. It's not dangerous, and you can overinflate to +10psi ususally for short periods of time, but it will destroy a set of tires.

Use your dial pressure gauge that you use to properly inflate your hybrid's tires for maximum rolling efficiency. Wait, you do have a dial pressure gauge, don't you?

-Nick
highly recommended gizmo.

Re: Duh, Big Red Truck

[willow-red.livejournal.com]

I don't have a dial pressure gauge, only the stick kind. Is that good enough?