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  1. The chain on the gravel bike is a bit rusted - I didn’t do anything after the bikepacking trip during which there was a wet day.

    I just measured the chain stretch to see if it is worth cleaning it up or just replace it. Apparently it’s still good! Seriously considering just waxing the chain after degreasing and cleaning the rust!

    #BikeTooter #Bike #bikemaintenance #HomeMechanic #cycling

  2. The chain on the gravel bike is a bit rusted - I didn’t do anything after the bikepacking trip during which there was a wet day.

    I just measured the chain stretch to see if it is worth cleaning it up or just replace it. Apparently it’s still good! Seriously considering just waxing the chain after degreasing and cleaning the rust!

    #BikeTooter #Bike #bikemaintenance #HomeMechanic #cycling

  3. The chain on the gravel bike is a bit rusted - I didn’t do anything after the bikepacking trip during which there was a wet day.

    I just measured the chain stretch to see if it is worth cleaning it up or just replace it. Apparently it’s still good! Seriously considering just waxing the chain after degreasing and cleaning the rust!

    #BikeTooter #Bike #bikemaintenance #HomeMechanic #cycling

  4. The chain on the gravel bike is a bit rusted - I didn’t do anything after the bikepacking trip during which there was a wet day.

    I just measured the chain stretch to see if it is worth cleaning it up or just replace it. Apparently it’s still good! Seriously considering just waxing the chain after degreasing and cleaning the rust!

    #BikeTooter #Bike #bikemaintenance #HomeMechanic #cycling

  5. Post-script: It took a few tries but I have successfully performed a "lever bleed" that just purges the air from an otherwise functional hydraulic brake system on a relatively new bike and now it works nicely.

    So I will probably again defer taking the bike to the 100-mile tuneup the manual recommends (as I cross over 400 miles) because I don't wanna

    #eBike #BikeMaintenance #DIY

  6. Post-script: It took a few tries but I have successfully performed a "lever bleed" that just purges the air from an otherwise functional hydraulic brake system on a relatively new bike and now it works nicely.

    So I will probably again defer taking the bike to the 100-mile tuneup the manual recommends (as I cross over 400 miles) because I don't wanna

    #eBike #BikeMaintenance #DIY

  7. Post-script: It took a few tries but I have successfully performed a "lever bleed" that just purges the air from an otherwise functional hydraulic brake system on a relatively new bike and now it works nicely.

    So I will probably again defer taking the bike to the 100-mile tuneup the manual recommends (as I cross over 400 miles) because I don't wanna

    #eBike #BikeMaintenance #DIY

  8. Post-script: It took a few tries but I have successfully performed a "lever bleed" that just purges the air from an otherwise functional hydraulic brake system on a relatively new bike and now it works nicely.

    So I will probably again defer taking the bike to the 100-mile tuneup the manual recommends (as I cross over 400 miles) because I don't wanna

    #eBike #BikeMaintenance #DIY

  9. This channel is charming, well-produced, and clear. I particularly like the 1-minute recap of the process at the end.

    Syd Fixes #Bikes

    youtube.com/watch?v=o-YvMRJunwo

    #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #YouTube

  10. This channel is charming, well-produced, and clear. I particularly like the 1-minute recap of the process at the end.

    Syd Fixes #Bikes

    youtube.com/watch?v=o-YvMRJunwo

    #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #YouTube

  11. This channel is charming, well-produced, and clear. I particularly like the 1-minute recap of the process at the end.

    Syd Fixes #Bikes

    youtube.com/watch?v=o-YvMRJunwo

    #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #YouTube

  12. This channel is charming, well-produced, and clear. I particularly like the 1-minute recap of the process at the end.

    Syd Fixes #Bikes

    youtube.com/watch?v=o-YvMRJunwo

    #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #YouTube

  13. Ever since Anna's bike came back with the replacement rear wheel I've been kind of side-eying it, the spokes feel kind of sparse and it doesn't match the front wheel and it's fine but it's different and I don't think looks as good

    but

    today i changed out the rear tyre because rainy season has started and the old treads were worn down to flat and

    i did not need, like

    tools?

    really? to get the old tyre off? I used some levers but I probably didn't have to? Same for putting the new one on? It was super fast and easy because IT'S NOT TUBELESS READY SO IT DOESN'T REQUIRE LOCKING THE THING INTO A BLOODY VISE TO POP THE FUCKING BEAD

    so now i'm all "oh, _that's_ why"

    and I'm 100% on team new rear wheel xD

    #BikeMaintenance #BikeTooter

  14. Ever since Anna's bike came back with the replacement rear wheel I've been kind of side-eying it, the spokes feel kind of sparse and it doesn't match the front wheel and it's fine but it's different and I don't think looks as good

    but

    today i changed out the rear tyre because rainy season has started and the old treads were worn down to flat and

    i did not need, like

    tools?

    really? to get the old tyre off? I used some levers but I probably didn't have to? Same for putting the new one on? It was super fast and easy because IT'S NOT TUBELESS READY SO IT DOESN'T REQUIRE LOCKING THE THING INTO A BLOODY VISE TO POP THE FUCKING BEAD

    so now i'm all "oh, _that's_ why"

    and I'm 100% on team new rear wheel xD

    #BikeMaintenance #BikeTooter

  15. Ever since Anna's bike came back with the replacement rear wheel I've been kind of side-eying it, the spokes feel kind of sparse and it doesn't match the front wheel and it's fine but it's different and I don't think looks as good

    but

    today i changed out the rear tyre because rainy season has started and the old treads were worn down to flat and

    i did not need, like

    tools?

    really? to get the old tyre off? I used some levers but I probably didn't have to? Same for putting the new one on? It was super fast and easy because IT'S NOT TUBELESS READY SO IT DOESN'T REQUIRE LOCKING THE THING INTO A BLOODY VISE TO POP THE FUCKING BEAD

    so now i'm all "oh, _that's_ why"

    and I'm 100% on team new rear wheel xD

    #BikeMaintenance #BikeTooter

  16. Ever since Anna's bike came back with the replacement rear wheel I've been kind of side-eying it, the spokes feel kind of sparse and it doesn't match the front wheel and it's fine but it's different and I don't think looks as good

    but

    today i changed out the rear tyre because rainy season has started and the old treads were worn down to flat and

    i did not need, like

    tools?

    really? to get the old tyre off? I used some levers but I probably didn't have to? Same for putting the new one on? It was super fast and easy because IT'S NOT TUBELESS READY SO IT DOESN'T REQUIRE LOCKING THE THING INTO A BLOODY VISE TO POP THE FUCKING BEAD

    so now i'm all "oh, _that's_ why"

    and I'm 100% on team new rear wheel xD

    #BikeMaintenance #BikeTooter

  17. Does anyone have any recommendations for touching up bicycle paint on a steel frame? Particular products that are good, or should be avoided? The Cube pens look convenient, and aren’t the cheapest, but I wonder if they’re a gimmick? Is there a reason not to just use Hammerite direct to metal and thus make the bike a bit less attractive to thieves as well?

    #Biketooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #Cycling

  18. Does anyone have any recommendations for touching up bicycle paint on a steel frame? Particular products that are good, or should be avoided? The Cube pens look convenient, and aren’t the cheapest, but I wonder if they’re a gimmick? Is there a reason not to just use Hammerite direct to metal and thus make the bike a bit less attractive to thieves as well?

    #Biketooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #Cycling

  19. Does anyone have any recommendations for touching up bicycle paint on a steel frame? Particular products that are good, or should be avoided? The Cube pens look convenient, and aren’t the cheapest, but I wonder if they’re a gimmick? Is there a reason not to just use Hammerite direct to metal and thus make the bike a bit less attractive to thieves as well?

    #Biketooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #Cycling

  20. Does anyone have any recommendations for touching up bicycle paint on a steel frame? Particular products that are good, or should be avoided? The Cube pens look convenient, and aren’t the cheapest, but I wonder if they’re a gimmick? Is there a reason not to just use Hammerite direct to metal and thus make the bike a bit less attractive to thieves as well?

    #Biketooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #Bicycle #Cycling

  21. #PortlandME - #PortlandGearHub

    #OpenBenchTime

    "A time for you to work on your bike using our tools, and receive guidance from professional mechanics and friendly volunteers.

    We have basic new and used parts available for purchase at the bike school. For everything else, the retail location is only a couple of minutes away.

    If it is busy we will ask that you limit your use of a bench to 90 minutes.

    When:

    Tuesday 3 - 9 PM
    Wednesday 5 - 7 PM (FLINTA* hours)
    Thursday 1-7 PM
    Friday 3-6 PM

    Where: 85 Anderson St, Portland ME

    Cost: Pay what you can. No-one will be turned away for lack of funds. $10-20 suggested contribution.

    FLINTA* hours are designed to create a space focused on Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Non-binary, Trans, and Agender people. "

    FMI and FAQ:
    portlandgearhub.org/open-bench

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeWorkshops #OpenBench #SharingKnowledge #BikeRepairs #BikeMaintenance #GBLTQFriendly #SafeSpace #GearHub

  22. #PortlandME - #PortlandGearHub

    #OpenBenchTime

    "A time for you to work on your bike using our tools, and receive guidance from professional mechanics and friendly volunteers.

    We have basic new and used parts available for purchase at the bike school. For everything else, the retail location is only a couple of minutes away.

    If it is busy we will ask that you limit your use of a bench to 90 minutes.

    When:

    Tuesday 3 - 9 PM
    Wednesday 5 - 7 PM (FLINTA* hours)
    Thursday 1-7 PM
    Friday 3-6 PM

    Where: 85 Anderson St, Portland ME

    Cost: Pay what you can. No-one will be turned away for lack of funds. $10-20 suggested contribution.

    FLINTA* hours are designed to create a space focused on Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Non-binary, Trans, and Agender people. "

    FMI and FAQ:
    portlandgearhub.org/open-bench

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeWorkshops #OpenBench #SharingKnowledge #BikeRepairs #BikeMaintenance #GBLTQFriendly #SafeSpace #GearHub

  23. #PortlandME - #PortlandGearHub

    #OpenBenchTime

    "A time for you to work on your bike using our tools, and receive guidance from professional mechanics and friendly volunteers.

    We have basic new and used parts available for purchase at the bike school. For everything else, the retail location is only a couple of minutes away.

    If it is busy we will ask that you limit your use of a bench to 90 minutes.

    When:

    Tuesday 3 - 9 PM
    Wednesday 5 - 7 PM (FLINTA* hours)
    Thursday 1-7 PM
    Friday 3-6 PM

    Where: 85 Anderson St, Portland ME

    Cost: Pay what you can. No-one will be turned away for lack of funds. $10-20 suggested contribution.

    FLINTA* hours are designed to create a space focused on Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Non-binary, Trans, and Agender people. "

    FMI and FAQ:
    portlandgearhub.org/open-bench

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeWorkshops #OpenBench #SharingKnowledge #BikeRepairs #BikeMaintenance #GBLTQFriendly #SafeSpace #GearHub

  24. #PortlandME - #PortlandGearHub

    #OpenBenchTime

    "A time for you to work on your bike using our tools, and receive guidance from professional mechanics and friendly volunteers.

    We have basic new and used parts available for purchase at the bike school. For everything else, the retail location is only a couple of minutes away.

    If it is busy we will ask that you limit your use of a bench to 90 minutes.

    When:

    Tuesday 3 - 9 PM
    Wednesday 5 - 7 PM (FLINTA* hours)
    Thursday 1-7 PM
    Friday 3-6 PM

    Where: 85 Anderson St, Portland ME

    Cost: Pay what you can. No-one will be turned away for lack of funds. $10-20 suggested contribution.

    FLINTA* hours are designed to create a space focused on Female, Lesbian, Intersex, Non-binary, Trans, and Agender people. "

    FMI and FAQ:
    portlandgearhub.org/open-bench

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeWorkshops #OpenBench #SharingKnowledge #BikeRepairs #BikeMaintenance #GBLTQFriendly #SafeSpace #GearHub

  25. On today's ride, the center suspension on my bike broke and I was a bit far from home, so I felt like the bike was heavy because the suspension was stuck as if it was carrying its maximum weight. Luckily I was able to return... but in the meantime, I'll have to go to the workshop once more... 😔😮‍💨🚲 #bikemaintenance #biketooter

  26. On today's ride, the center suspension on my bike broke and I was a bit far from home, so I felt like the bike was heavy because the suspension was stuck as if it was carrying its maximum weight. Luckily I was able to return... but in the meantime, I'll have to go to the workshop once more... 😔😮‍💨🚲 #bikemaintenance #biketooter

  27. On today's ride, the center suspension on my bike broke and I was a bit far from home, so I felt like the bike was heavy because the suspension was stuck as if it was carrying its maximum weight. Luckily I was able to return... but in the meantime, I'll have to go to the workshop once more... 😔😮‍💨🚲 #bikemaintenance #biketooter

  28. Canberra Cyclists Maintain Winter Commuter Numbers

    Arabic version: راكبو الدراجات في كانبيرا يحافظون على أعداد المتنقلين خلال الشتاء Canberra cycling levels have stayed steadier…
    #NewsBeep #News #Cycling #AU #Australia #bikemaintenance #Canberra #Commuting #e-bikes #schools #sports
    newsbeep.com/au/794740/

  29. Canberra Cyclists Maintain Winter Commuter Numbers

    Arabic version: راكبو الدراجات في كانبيرا يحافظون على أعداد المتنقلين خلال الشتاء Canberra cycling levels have stayed steadier…
    #NewsBeep #News #Cycling #AU #Australia #bikemaintenance #Canberra #Commuting #e-bikes #schools #sports
    newsbeep.com/au/794740/

  30. Canberra Cyclists Maintain Winter Commuter Numbers

    Arabic version: راكبو الدراجات في كانبيرا يحافظون على أعداد المتنقلين خلال الشتاء Canberra cycling levels have stayed steadier…
    #NewsBeep #News #Cycling #AU #Australia #bikemaintenance #Canberra #Commuting #e-bikes #schools #sports
    newsbeep.com/au/794740/

  31. and also, I've changed the bell, which is proof of distracted people... It's funny because the new one sounds like a school recess bell... 🔔🚲📢 before / after

    #biking #bikemaintenance #bell #bikeparts

  32. and also, I've changed the bell, which is proof of distracted people... It's funny because the new one sounds like a school recess bell... 🔔🚲📢 before / after

    #biking #bikemaintenance #bell #bikeparts

  33. and also, I've changed the bell, which is proof of distracted people... It's funny because the new one sounds like a school recess bell... 🔔🚲📢 before / after

    #biking #bikemaintenance #bell #bikeparts

  34. my bike's chain today said "no more" and it finally broke, fortunately I was near my house and I knew that soon it would happen when I've used it very roughly after a year, so as in other parts, it's time to change it.. ⛓️‍💥⛓️🚲🤷🏻‍♂️ #bikemaintenance

  35. my bike's chain today said "no more" and it finally broke, fortunately I was near my house and I knew that soon it would happen when I've used it very roughly after a year, so as in other parts, it's time to change it.. ⛓️‍💥⛓️🚲🤷🏻‍♂️ #bikemaintenance

  36. my bike's chain today said "no more" and it finally broke, fortunately I was near my house and I knew that soon it would happen when I've used it very roughly after a year, so as in other parts, it's time to change it.. ⛓️‍💥⛓️🚲🤷🏻‍♂️ #bikemaintenance

  37. Any #Biketooter out there who can tell me what the problem is that makes a Dutch bike with internal hub gears start to sound and feel like a derailleur bike that is stuck between gears, and what to do about it (besides book it in at the LBS)?
    This toot was brought to you by a #BikeCommute that I aborted about 3 miles in.

    #Cycling #BikeMaintenance #CycleMaintenance #BicycleMaintenance

  38. Any #Biketooter out there who can tell me what the problem is that makes a Dutch bike with internal hub gears start to sound and feel like a derailleur bike that is stuck between gears, and what to do about it (besides book it in at the LBS)?
    This toot was brought to you by a #BikeCommute that I aborted about 3 miles in.

    #Cycling #BikeMaintenance #CycleMaintenance #BicycleMaintenance

  39. Any #Biketooter out there who can tell me what the problem is that makes a Dutch bike with internal hub gears start to sound and feel like a derailleur bike that is stuck between gears, and what to do about it (besides book it in at the LBS)?
    This toot was brought to you by a #BikeCommute that I aborted about 3 miles in.

    #Cycling #BikeMaintenance #CycleMaintenance #BicycleMaintenance

  40. Any #Biketooter out there who can tell me what the problem is that makes a Dutch bike with internal hub gears start to sound and feel like a derailleur bike that is stuck between gears, and what to do about it (besides book it in at the LBS)?
    This toot was brought to you by a #BikeCommute that I aborted about 3 miles in.

    #Cycling #BikeMaintenance #CycleMaintenance #BicycleMaintenance

  41. Time to dust off my bike and start riding again. (Well, not just dust off, but make sure things are clean, tires are up, etc.). Once the water tank at the #CommunityGarden gets filled up (they really should get a #rainbarrel, which I had suggested), I can just ride my bike over and water and weed! With plush pal Phil the Baphomet in tow.

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeMaintenance

  42. Time to dust off my bike and start riding again. (Well, not just dust off, but make sure things are clean, tires are up, etc.). Once the water tank at the #CommunityGarden gets filled up (they really should get a #rainbarrel, which I had suggested), I can just ride my bike over and water and weed! With plush pal Phil the Baphomet in tow.

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeMaintenance

  43. Time to dust off my bike and start riding again. (Well, not just dust off, but make sure things are clean, tires are up, etc.). Once the water tank at the #CommunityGarden gets filled up (they really should get a #rainbarrel, which I had suggested), I can just ride my bike over and water and weed! With plush pal Phil the Baphomet in tow.

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeMaintenance

  44. Time to dust off my bike and start riding again. (Well, not just dust off, but make sure things are clean, tires are up, etc.). Once the water tank at the #CommunityGarden gets filled up (they really should get a #rainbarrel, which I had suggested), I can just ride my bike over and water and weed! With plush pal Phil the Baphomet in tow.

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BikeMaintenance

  45. #BoulderCO - #CommunityCycles

    Offering low-cost #BicycleMaintenance workshops!

    "We offer a variety of workshops where you will learn how to care for and repair your bike, and build confidence with hands-on skills. Some of our most popular classes:

    - Maintenance 101
    - #FixAFlat
    - 6-Session Complete Mechanic Series
    - #EBike Safety and Maintenance
    - #GEM - #GenderEqualityMechanics
    - #EarnABike "

    FMI:
    communitycycles.org/workshops/

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #EBikeMaintenance #BicycleWorkshops #BikeWorkshops

  46. #BoulderCO - #CommunityCycles

    Offering low-cost #BicycleMaintenance workshops!

    "We offer a variety of workshops where you will learn how to care for and repair your bike, and build confidence with hands-on skills. Some of our most popular classes:

    - Maintenance 101
    - #FixAFlat
    - 6-Session Complete Mechanic Series
    - #EBike Safety and Maintenance
    - #GEM - #GenderEqualityMechanics
    - #EarnABike "

    FMI:
    communitycycles.org/workshops/

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #EBikeMaintenance #BicycleWorkshops #BikeWorkshops

  47. #BoulderCO - #CommunityCycles

    Offering low-cost #BicycleMaintenance workshops!

    "We offer a variety of workshops where you will learn how to care for and repair your bike, and build confidence with hands-on skills. Some of our most popular classes:

    - Maintenance 101
    - #FixAFlat
    - 6-Session Complete Mechanic Series
    - #EBike Safety and Maintenance
    - #GEM - #GenderEqualityMechanics
    - #EarnABike "

    FMI:
    communitycycles.org/workshops/

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #EBikeMaintenance #BicycleWorkshops #BikeWorkshops

  48. #BoulderCO - #CommunityCycles

    Offering low-cost #BicycleMaintenance workshops!

    "We offer a variety of workshops where you will learn how to care for and repair your bike, and build confidence with hands-on skills. Some of our most popular classes:

    - Maintenance 101
    - #FixAFlat
    - 6-Session Complete Mechanic Series
    - #EBike Safety and Maintenance
    - #GEM - #GenderEqualityMechanics
    - #EarnABike "

    FMI:
    communitycycles.org/workshops/

    #SolarPunkSunday #BikeTooter #BicycleMaintenance #BikeMaintenance #EBikeMaintenance #BicycleWorkshops #BikeWorkshops