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Tag Archives: bicycle mechanic
Mr. Fix-it #2. 30 days of biking, #20
When troubleshooting bicycle-related issues, keep the word related in mind. It’s easy to focus on equipment to the exclusion of all else. Like a couple of days ago when I was listening to a rider talk about his power meter. … Continue reading
Posted in #30daysofbiking, Equipment, maintenance
Tagged #30daysofbiking, bicycle, bicycle mechanic, bike, fast ride, power meter, troubleshooting
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Mr. Fix-it #1. 30 days of biking, #19
Troubleshooting. It can be the most rewarding or the most infuriating aspect of owning a bicycle. You hear a click. You think, for sure it’s the crank arm, so you check to make sure both cranks are tightly attached to … Continue reading
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Tagged #30daysofbiking, bicycle, bicycle mechanic, bike, frustration, process improvement, troubleshooting
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Bicycle shop talk: Drew Hagen
“I was like, no, no, not ball peen, you gotta get a claw hammer because you have to strike that thing like a nail. Everyone looks at me like I’m crazy, and I’m like no, no, really–look it up on Sheldon Brown.” Continue reading
Posted in Business, Report from the road
Tagged bicycle mechanic, bicycle shop, Champaign Cycle, cottered cranks, Drew Hagen, Urbana
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15 steps to better bicycle tool storage
Sound about right? You hate wasting time, but you’re not the most organized person in the world so you’re a fan of anything that makes it easier to keep track of tools. Continue reading
Posted in Equipment
Tagged bicycle mechanic, bicycle tools, organization, pegboard, tool board, tool holder, Tool storage
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