Lubyloo
It used to be that you could go for a bike ride in regular shorts and a shirt, but now it seems like everyone wears bike shorts, bike shirt, helmet, gloves, etc. What's the deal?
Answer
Luby
It has been that way for decades. Just more dedicated, hard riding folks out there today.
Every sport has equipment to make their sport safer and user friendly. The helmet speaks for itself. The best riders in the world wear their helmets daily.... good sign, that you as a novice, should wear one too!
The clothes make all the difference in the world. They don't have to be as 'loud' as many wear, but the padded shorts, and wicking jersey make cycling so much more comfortable. Moisture and road bumps are the enemy of cyclists. The gloves cushion the blows for many to avoid wrist pains. The shorts are a necessity!!! You will not believe the pain you go through... your butt and legs are so out of shape from just walking around..... you won;t believe it! Padded seat, gel covers DO NOT WORK! Only padded shorts and time in the saddle gets you over the hump!
Most people are so self conscious. Don't join them. I can tell that you are a newbie... trying to come to terms with something that you want to do. The major lessons of cycling are as follows: 1) Get the bike you need, not the one you want (Get a bike that fits your riding needs) 2) A cyclist never leaves home without helmet, padded cycling shorts, wicking jersey and flat kit (with spare tube, tire irons, patch kit and frame pump). 3) there is a right way to pedal that it is called spinning. Learn to spin and shift gears to maintain your spin / cadence rate. Spinning allows the modern cyclists to go great distances with speed, without fatgue!
It is a great sport, come out and join us!
Soccerref
Luby
It has been that way for decades. Just more dedicated, hard riding folks out there today.
Every sport has equipment to make their sport safer and user friendly. The helmet speaks for itself. The best riders in the world wear their helmets daily.... good sign, that you as a novice, should wear one too!
The clothes make all the difference in the world. They don't have to be as 'loud' as many wear, but the padded shorts, and wicking jersey make cycling so much more comfortable. Moisture and road bumps are the enemy of cyclists. The gloves cushion the blows for many to avoid wrist pains. The shorts are a necessity!!! You will not believe the pain you go through... your butt and legs are so out of shape from just walking around..... you won;t believe it! Padded seat, gel covers DO NOT WORK! Only padded shorts and time in the saddle gets you over the hump!
Most people are so self conscious. Don't join them. I can tell that you are a newbie... trying to come to terms with something that you want to do. The major lessons of cycling are as follows: 1) Get the bike you need, not the one you want (Get a bike that fits your riding needs) 2) A cyclist never leaves home without helmet, padded cycling shorts, wicking jersey and flat kit (with spare tube, tire irons, patch kit and frame pump). 3) there is a right way to pedal that it is called spinning. Learn to spin and shift gears to maintain your spin / cadence rate. Spinning allows the modern cyclists to go great distances with speed, without fatgue!
It is a great sport, come out and join us!
Soccerref
Best way to clean and oil bike chain?
fadedoak
Asked earlier if my bike chain could be saved, and there was a resounding yes. It has surface rust, with a bit of rubbing with my finger it revealed the chain.
I have some ideas so far, but all have unanswered questions residing in them.
first, I have to get the rust off, with what product do I use to do this. I am not looking to get the tool to pop my chain off, I was playing with the bike and the chain comes off a good amount to work with. Using an old toothbrush for this (or steel wool if I can find it) I have read that WD40 is horrible to use on your bike, but it was also suggested that this should be used to clean.. any suggestions?
Also, what should I put on for lubricating oil? Brands? anything that I can find at a farm and fleet? Bike shops are rare out here.
Thank you.
Answer
If you really want to keep your chain, the best thing you can do it use WD-40 to clean off the rust, wipe it dry, then lube it. You should be able to find some kind of bicycle lube even in Wal-mart, brands like Finish Line, Pedro's would be great; but even the worst brand specific for bicycles would be useful. If you really can't find any, then 3 in 1 oil would be the last choice.
One tip to help you out: You can sit your bicycle upside down, with some rags cushioning the handlebars and the seat so they don't get scratched. The key is to wiping your chain as thorough as you can.
1. Sit your bike upside down, with rags or something soft cushioning the handlebars and seat. Make sure the bike is stable.
2. Spray WD-40 lightly on the chain as you pedal with your hand, careful not to jam your fingers. Just enough to cover the entire chain one round.
3. Wipe the WD-40 off with a rag, spin the pedals at least 50-100 turns to get all that gunk/rust/WD-40 off. Use extra rags if necessary.
4. Spray or drip the lube while pedaling. Then pedal at least 50-100 turns to work the lube into the chain.
5. Wipe the chain again, again at least 50-100 turns to wipe off the excess, your chain should be clean enough that it won't leave a streak with your fingers.
If you really want to keep your chain, the best thing you can do it use WD-40 to clean off the rust, wipe it dry, then lube it. You should be able to find some kind of bicycle lube even in Wal-mart, brands like Finish Line, Pedro's would be great; but even the worst brand specific for bicycles would be useful. If you really can't find any, then 3 in 1 oil would be the last choice.
One tip to help you out: You can sit your bicycle upside down, with some rags cushioning the handlebars and the seat so they don't get scratched. The key is to wiping your chain as thorough as you can.
1. Sit your bike upside down, with rags or something soft cushioning the handlebars and seat. Make sure the bike is stable.
2. Spray WD-40 lightly on the chain as you pedal with your hand, careful not to jam your fingers. Just enough to cover the entire chain one round.
3. Wipe the WD-40 off with a rag, spin the pedals at least 50-100 turns to get all that gunk/rust/WD-40 off. Use extra rags if necessary.
4. Spray or drip the lube while pedaling. Then pedal at least 50-100 turns to work the lube into the chain.
5. Wipe the chain again, again at least 50-100 turns to wipe off the excess, your chain should be clean enough that it won't leave a streak with your fingers.
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