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ABC QUICK CHECK
A is for air ( Inflate tires to rated pressure as listed on the sidewall of the tire ( Use a pressure gauge to insure proper pressure ( Check for damage to tire tread and sidewall; replace
if damaged
B is for brakes ( Inspect pads for wear; replace is there is less than ¼" of pad left ( Check pad adjustment; make sure they do not rub tire or dive into spokes ( Check brake level travel;
at least 1" between bar and lever when applied
C is for cranks, chain and cassette ( Make sure that your crank bolts are tight; lube the threads only, nothing else ( Check your chain for wear; 12 links should measure no more than
12 1/8 inches ( If your chain skips on your cassette, you might need a new one or just an adjustment
Quick is for quick releases ( Hubs need to be tight in the frame; your quick release should engage at 90° ( Your hub quick release should point back to insure that nothing catches on
it ( Inspect brake quick releases to insure that they have been re-engaged
Check is for check it over ( Take a quick ride to check if derailleurs and brakes are working properly ( Inspect the bike for loose or broken parts; tighten, replace or fix them ( Pay
extra attention to your bike during the first few miles of the ride
The Top Ten Rules of Bicycle Safety
Always wear a helmet – the law for riders under 16, for every ride, and use lights at night.
Conduct an ABC Quick Check before every ride (See right)
Obey all traffic laws: ride with traffic, on the right, with slowest traffic farthest right
Ride predictably and be visible at all times
At intersections, ride in the right-most lane that goes in your direction of travel
Scan for traffic, and signal lane changes and turns
Be prepared for mechanical emergencies with tools and know-how
Control your bike by practicing your bicycle handling skills
Drink before you are thirsty, and eat before you get hungry
Have fun!
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