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How to Care for your bike wheels ?
In order to maintain proper braking, you should keep your wheels clean and grease-free. Regular washings with soap and water will keep grime from building up. If you have trouble removing residue, try using a solvent and a Brillo pad to clean the rims. Use rubbing alcohol to finish the cleaning and remove all solvents and residue off the sides of the rims.
Make sure you keep the solvent away from the tire — solvent will cause the tire to deteriorate.
Another aspect of care for your wheels is keeping the hubs properly lubricated. At least once a year, overhaul the hubs. Most hubs today have rubber seals that keep a lot of contaminants out of the bearings. If your hubs don't have rubber seals or you're riding in dusty, rainy, or muddy conditions, you'll need to overhaul your hubs and replace the grease more often.
You can do a number of things to extend the life of your wheels and keep them in good working order:
- Properly inflate your tires. Tires act as the primary suspension for a bike. They cushion the wheel from blows and grip the road as you ride. The most important thing you can do to protect your rims is to keep your tires inflated to the psi indicated on the side of the tires. The number- one cause of damaged rims is under-inflated tires. Keep your tires at the right pressure and, when you hit the next pothole or rock in the road, you'll have a good chance of your wheel surviving it intact. Plus, you'll have the added benefit of not having to expend as much energy to pedal when your bicycle has properly inflated tires.
- Make sure your spokes are properly tensioned. Wheels with spokes that are tensioned too loosely will have a shorter lifespan and could be dangerous. Loose spokes flex more than tense spokes do, so they fatigue more and are more likely to break. If several spokes give out, the wheel could collapse while you're riding. A wheel with loose spokes will also flex and wobble, causing reduced steering control. At the same time, the answer to loose spokes is not to randomly or overtighten them. A wheel with spokes that over-tensioned can be dangerous as well. A wheel has a high risk of bending like a pretzel with under- or over-tensioned spokes. You want a wheel with spokes that are tight enough that they don't work their way loose while you ride. Frequently pluck the spokes of your wheel. Spokes of the same tension will make a similar sound, allowing you to quickly identify which ones are loose.
- Make sure you have the right wheels. Just as important as inflating your tires and properly tensioning your spokes is to pair the right wheels and tires with the type of bike and style of riding you engage in. For example, if you're going off-road, you should have mountain-bike wheels and tires, which are designed to absorb the impact of riding on a trail and other rough surfaces. For touring, you'll want wheels with a greater number of spokes in order to support the weight of loaded pannier bags.
Talk to the staff at your local bike shop and let them know what kind of riding you're planning on doing. They can match you up with the right wheels.
Many riders keep an extra pair of wheels in their garage for specific purposes. If they're hitting the trail, they can take off and exchange their road wheels for a mountain-bike pair.
Wheel sets are one of the best ways to upgrade your bike. If you have a racing bike, new lightweight wheels with fewer spokes can greatly improve performance. If you're starting to tour, some road riders convert to 650B wheels in order to use wider, touring-type tires. - Take care when you ride. The way you ride can have a significant impact on the life of your tires. Avoid making contact with objects in the road as much as possible. If you need to cross a curb, think about getting off your bike and lifting it over the curb. If you do have to impact something with your tires, lift yourself off the seat, bend your knees and elbows, and, using your legs and arms as shock absorbers, let your bike rise up over the object.
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Atlas Snowshoe Review
By: Tracy G.
The Atlas snowshoe story begins in the early 90's. Surprisingly the founder Perry Klebahn was awarded the first patent on snowshoe development within 40 years. Many innovations have been developed since then as Atlas continues to build dependable snowshoes for enthusiasts worldwide. Cutting edge modifications include the dual crampon design, Sure Click buckles and Spring Loaded suspensions. They have transformed the market offering a snowshoe for every occasion and every person with categories that include: Mountain Hiking, Trail Walking, Backcountry, Speed, and Kids.
Mountain Hiking Snowshoes include the 12, 11 and 10 Series. They offer extremely durable TIG welded Aluminum frames that are incredibly lightweight but the 12 series has the top of the line Reactiv tubing that incorporates a stiffer more responsive flex. Heel lift bars for steep ascents and descents relieve calf strain or help to avoid possible injury. The Wrapp family of bindings which include the Wrapp Pro, Wrapp Plus and the Wrapp Swift offer a stable platform of gender specific lasts, one pull Uni Loop design and superior arch support. Lasts are exact foot forms that are used in the development process of forming the bindings they are gender and size appropriate and provide a molded more custom fit and feel. The Pro bindings available on the 12 series offer the silicone FlowTape straps that glide through low friction buckles for a simple entry or exit. The Plus bindings feature gender specific molds, urethane heel straps and supportive arches that cradle the feet. And finally the Swift bindings include warm EVA padding, straps that cinch and release easily and positive toe locators. The Mountain Hiking category is as the name implies these are the work horse of the brand and used for steep and unforgiving terrain.
Trail Walking Snowshoes include the 9 and 8 series. Product features specialize in an excellent recreational snowshoe centered on comfort. They offer the proprietary Atlas sturdy aluminum V-tip frame, Free-Rotating Suspension (FRS) which cushions each step and the Wrapp family of bindings. The FRS suspends your foot for complete freedom of movement which ultimately improves traction as your foot is allowed to flex naturally from side to side on uneven terrain. This provides a walking platform with little resistance and a fluid stride for the greatest amount of versatility on the trail. The Wrapp bindings included on the 9 series tout such features as ease of use, superior arch support and the one pull Uniloop design. The 8 series offer the Strapp binding which is a very simple no hassle design of a Uniloop pull and exceptional arch support. The strength and durability of the trail walking category make them perfect for every day use within a variety of conditions. Atlas has also made kits for both of these models and it includes the snowshoes, trekking poles and convenient storage tote.
BackCountry Adventure Snowshoes include the Aspect which is new for 2011/2012. Distinct characteristics include unparalleled, powerful technology offering aggressive traction for the most demanding terrain. The chassis is the Reactiv-Trac elliptically formed nose with a serrated T-frame design. Its revamped design provides essential traction that can articulate independently with the terrain. The Spring Loaded Suspension (SLS) keeps the snowshoe close to your foot for easy maneuvering which greatly enhances traction control. The all new PackFlat bindings are constructed of a quick lashing urethane strap that fully collapses for an easy stow. They are also larger to accommodate mountaineering or snowboard boots. Also included is a field replaceable backup strap for emergency situations out in the wild. Then there is the low profile Infinity decking. This unique construction eliminates frame wrap and optimized the surface area in a seamless design. A thoughtful, careful layout will prove to offer a durable snowshoe that can carry you further into the bush than ever before.
Speed Snowshoes include the Race and Run. Compliment your workout in the wintertime with an athletic snowshoe. Designed specifically to keep you active the Race and Run snowshoes are the perfect tools to power through the slush and snow. The frames are made of a durable, lightweight aluminum V-tip frame with the Spring Loaded Suspension (SLS) which keeps the snowshoe close underfoot for an easy, natural stride. The simple one pull Race & Run bindings compliment a variety of footwear but at the same time allow for an smooth entry and exit. And the Nytex decking is flexible and dependable sure to last many seasons. The Race in particular has reduced weight with improved traction as Atlas has added a titanium toe and heel cleat for extra grip and a competitive edge. Leave the treadmill and the confinement of four walls behind with the Race & Run snowshoes.
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I am an outdoor enthusiast and have spent a lot of my free time over the years participating in a variety of activities. Lately, I have decided to share some of my knowledge regarding my endeavors in hopes of helping others to find the right equipment and gear.
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