Guys, and I apologize in advance if this comes off as abrasive- it isn't meant to be. It's meant to be constructive. Anyway.
We're seeing a lot of bikes coming in at the last minute with major, major problems. Broken cranks, broken shifters, bad cable sets, wheel problems, bad bottom brackets.
With current component shortages, especially 9 speed shifters, this can really create a hassle and unnecessary expense for you.
The way to avoid this is good 'ol P.M.C.S. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services. This means LOOKING at your bike's parts every single solitary time you ride. EVERY TIME. This will prevent failures the day before an event, or, more correctly, allow you to detect them before the last minute. This saves money and reduces anxiety (for both of us).
Guys- Wisconsin is coming. Florida is coming. Hawaii is coming. We're at the height of the season. Please take time before each ride and check your bike out. Bring it in to a bike shop that knows what is required of a bike in a triathlon and knows what to look for. Let them check it out. Often.
You'll save yourself a lot of headaches.
Tom Demerly
The Tri Shop.com
We're seeing a lot of bikes coming in at the last minute with major, major problems. Broken cranks, broken shifters, bad cable sets, wheel problems, bad bottom brackets.
With current component shortages, especially 9 speed shifters, this can really create a hassle and unnecessary expense for you.
The way to avoid this is good 'ol P.M.C.S. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services. This means LOOKING at your bike's parts every single solitary time you ride. EVERY TIME. This will prevent failures the day before an event, or, more correctly, allow you to detect them before the last minute. This saves money and reduces anxiety (for both of us).
Guys- Wisconsin is coming. Florida is coming. Hawaii is coming. We're at the height of the season. Please take time before each ride and check your bike out. Bring it in to a bike shop that knows what is required of a bike in a triathlon and knows what to look for. Let them check it out. Often.
You'll save yourself a lot of headaches.
Tom Demerly
The Tri Shop.com