Bicycle Mechanics and Repair DecalMechanical Engineering 98/198
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Lecture 11
Logistics
• Last Chance to Make Up Missed Classes• Shop hours/ attendance• Essay
Touring
Long-distance travel by bicycle
What’s Required
• You, determination and training• Your bike• Tent, cooking equipment, clothes and food• Planning, planning, planning!
Some Routes
TransAmerica Trail Louis and Clark Trail
Pacific Coast Trail Atlantic Trail
The Touring Bike
Touring Resources
• www.adventurecycling.org• http://www.bicycletouring101.com/• www.rivbike.com• www.sheldonbrown.com• www.fullyloadedtouring.com
Bike Restoration
Completely Disassemble• Remove from the frame– Fork– Drivetrain– Wheels– Brakes– Seatpost– Stem/Handlebars
• Cover with tape– All threads– Bottom Bracet– Headset
Tape
Sand down frame to remove rust and even out the surface. Wipe clean
1. Suspend the frame in dust free space
2. Use primer if possible3. Paint many light coats
instead of few heavy coats
4. Paint hard to reach areas first
5. Use clear coat after paint has had at least a day to dry
6. Allow clear coat to dry for at least a day (it will take two weeks to completely dry
Buying a bike – Part Two
How to choose a bike on Craigslist and ebay:
• How does it fit?• Do your research!• Why is the buyer
selling?• Bring a friend.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/2330447767.html
General Tips
• Find out the model/year• What is the quality of the components?• Estimate the general age• Check the frame, components, and wheels• Test ride!• Be patient
Additional resources:http://www.usedbicycleguide.com/Bicycle%20Inspection.htmlhttp://www.sheldonbrown.com/selling.html
Places a Frame May Break
• Walmart bikes• Carbon fiber lugged into
aluminum• Dented• Car name• Swiss bikes• Right size
No’s
Bike FitA novel by Daniel Rietz