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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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