HippY Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 (edited) Hey guys In this topic we should give us simple advices, what can help you, or you did them wrong. Most of them will be already known to older riders, but they can help the beginners and hopefully other riders in the everyday life as well! I start of some first -Always clean your inner side of your tyre before you put it in your wheel. It can help you prevent multiple puncture in small time -Always check that every part is in the box, before you seal it for posting, it can help you preventing the hasle and sparin money about the other package -Always check that all the bolts are tight! It can prevent some accidents and damages -Always bring a pump and some tool for riding. It will brake/ getting loose once, preferably while you are on the bike. So far I only can advise these, maybe older riders can give more advices! Edited February 15, 2013 by UKHippY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bing Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 advice for all beginners, don't take it for granted that your bike is setup for you. take a little bit of time to fiddle with your control centre ie bar height/angle, position of your levers, fat/thin grips, likewise rubber or foam. the best advice I can give for beginners is get your brakes working right, be it disk or rim. it's worth spending the cash on some good pads, and a light grind, to get used yo the bite, or a new rotor and disk pads. gives you alot more confidence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradJohnson Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 -Grease or lube all necessary moving parts -Change your chain at least once every 6 months -Carry spare tubes -If something doesn't sound right, clicking or creaking then fix the problem before it gets much worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butterztrials123 Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 -Grease or lube all necessary moving parts -Change your chain at least once every 6 months -Carry spare tubes -If something doesn't sound right, clicking or creaking then fix the problem before it gets much worse. Why change chain? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swill Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 because when it snaps as your launching across a gap and you end up as part of the bike youl be glad you didn't wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewEH1 Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 Why change chain? Chains stretch over time and will eventually snap, usually when you are high off the ground on your pack wheel and you'll end up with a sore face... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dezmtber Posted February 15, 2013 Report Share Posted February 15, 2013 They snap its doesn't need questioning. Buy top stuff 1st don't spend twice buying cheapo Find someone to ride with Youl enjoy riding much more, even if its bmxers or dirt riders at the skate park. Setup a riding back pack with pump tubes tools and spares, chain and a few bolts. Like Bing says begginers will benefit loads from good brake setup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted February 16, 2013 Report Share Posted February 16, 2013 i have some good advice: if your brake´s squeaking,dont lubricate it! :wink2: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HippY Posted February 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 i have some good advice: if your brake´s squeaking,dont lubricate it! :wink2: Actually I heard someone did that but on a scooter! he told that his front disk brake made a squeking noise, so he sprayed WD40 on it, now its silence but the front brake on a 100 kg scooter does not work, what could be the problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan rider g Posted February 17, 2013 Report Share Posted February 17, 2013 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ogre Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 helmets! a good quality chain tool! (paired with regular chain replacement) ask for a few opinions on set up from other riders, just cause your used to/adapted to it doesn't make it right or beneficial solid parts not weight weenie parts, especially if you can't afford stuff often. theres no point having a scandalously light bike if its so delicate you can't push yourself on it. Push yourself, often. don't talk yourself out of things you dislike (techniques and moves, not lines that will kill you) ride new places often, you'll wanna try things cause time isn't on your side like a home-ride. Convince other, better, riders to ride your local spots, you might be humbled, but it's worth it to know what you can try/whats possible/new lines etc. Learn to true wheels Stay on top of your bike maintenance Buy good tools. Learn to do all your maintenance; you'll save, and even make some, money. you'll be able to solve/anticipate problems. Carry enough spares; thats a tube, patches, and a chain, maybe even a set of brake pads. if your riding a new place with no locals, do your homework before you go, find out if there is a high quality bike shop so you can get any 'unique' parts so you can keep on riding. ride as many bikes as you can, get a feel for things that you like, avoid bikes that you can't afford or justify, you'll just be sad that you can't have them. savage brakes, high EP freewheels are a must; they're not to expensive and the confidence they grant is worth it. after that over size bars, aluminium forks and ISIS bottom bracket, then you know your bike is reliable... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake. Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 Well ogre I think you've covered everything under the sun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny00135 Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 I've found rims with off-set spokes are easier to true when you snap a spoke/nipple... Don't bother replacing it there and then, just do your best to bring the wheel centered, then when you get home replace the missing spoke+nipple, and inspect for any others that could possibly need replacing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted February 21, 2013 Report Share Posted February 21, 2013 got one more: in the case a brake disc is turning... ....dont stick your finger to it... 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny00135 Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 got one more: in the case a brake disc is turning... ....dont stick your finger to it... Or your penis... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 Or your penis... no problem,got it only hanging out the trouser while riding,not whilst maintaining the bike lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BradJohnson Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 I've got another one, learn to bleed brakes, my local bike shop charges £18 for a single brake bleed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny00135 Posted February 22, 2013 Report Share Posted February 22, 2013 I've got another one, learn to bleed brakes, my local bike shop charges £18 for a single brake bleed. I actually agree with you on something.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m.stone Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 Learn to bath bleed the easiest and most effective thing for braking , always have tools Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HippY Posted March 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 If you would like to bleed a brake, buy the best quality tool as you can! It can save loads of brakefluid on the floor, nerve, and easier brakebleeding Do not buy for 20 pounds handpump at your local bycicle shop. they might be good quality, but it worth to buy 5 1pound one.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dezmtber Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 Just buy a specialized air tool track pump it will last you a lifetime if it lives in a dry place, cost £35 but lasts around 15 years + My personal favorite pump to carry is the topeak morph it makes it easy peasy to pump up those large rear trial tyres. Mind you it will set you back £70 for both of these pumps. But you won't have to buy another pump for years Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan rider g Posted March 12, 2013 Report Share Posted March 12, 2013 go to the toilet before going riding 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosslittledubber Posted March 19, 2013 Report Share Posted March 19, 2013 gloves.. I have had nothing but problems with hands slipping off grips due to sweat -and we are only in march, dread to think what a hot summers day would be like! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadManMike Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 gloves.. I have had nothing but problems with hands slipping off grips due to sweat -and we are only in march, dread to think what a hot summers day would be like! How the hell have you had sweaty hands in this weather? It's been bloody freezing all year, my hands have barely felt warm, let alone broke a sweat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosslittledubber Posted March 23, 2013 Report Share Posted March 23, 2013 I have no idea, think im unfortunate and just sweat alot, adrenaline and pressure maybe lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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