Moving on to a Revolution Triad and Carrera Vulcan. The Revolution needed both its hubs servicing, a new SRAM MTB cassette and a service. Meanwhile the Carrera was in need of a new KMC Chain USA chain, a SRAM MTB cassette, some new Fibrax Limited cables and a service. Normal service resumed.
Next up a Trek Bicycle Xcaliber which had parted company with its rear derailleur. A new KMC Chain USA 10spd chain along with the correct size cage Shimano MTB SLX rear derailleur and the obligatory BETD Goldtec gear hanger and it was ready for more shredding.
Hear that sound? It’s the sound of my feet touching the ground for what seems like the first time in two weeks. So, what’s been keeping me so busy? Bikes, bikes are more bikes. First up there’s a Ridgeback Comet that was in dire need of a new chain (KMC Chain USA of course!), some new Fibrax Limited cables and a service. Last seen zooming round Linlithgow helping to deliver campaign leaflets for the Greens (who else?)
Finally, a Revolution Pathfinder…this was in a bit of a sorry state as its commute takes in the worst of what West Lothian has to offer. It needed a new Raleigh Bicycles rear wheel with Sturmey-Archer (SunRace) 7 speed freewheel, a replacement KMC Chain USA 7 speed chain, new Raleigh Bicycles brake pads front and rear and a Fibrax Limited rear gear cable to ensure those gear changes are accurate and consistent.
A trio of bikes up next; a Bianchi Via Nirone 7 which needed a gear service, a Trek Bicycle 7.0 which was in for a service, new Raleigh Bicycles brake pads and a Fibrax Limited front gear cable and finally an Apollo which needed a service to keep it clocking up the miles.
Another Specialized…this time a Specialized Secteur. Shimano Road Sora 2×9, SRAM road Avid BB5 mechanical disc brakes and Axis wheelset. An Interim Service, supplemented by a drivetrain clean, rear gear cable renewal and a tweak to the rear hub. Ready to fly again.
Time for a quick catch-up at what’s been through the doors of Andy’s Bike Clinic over the last week or so. First off, we have a lovely Norco Valence. Shimano Road Sora 2×9 with SRAM road Tektro brakes and an FSA crankset, this bike received an Interim Service along with a new KMC Chain USA 9 speed chain. Beautifully balanced bike.
Finally we have a Cannondale Bicycles Quick which was in need of a service. Lightly used, but stored in a damp garage over the winter meant the gears and brakes were out. The chain had also rusted quite badly. So, the chain was broken, degreased, cleaned, re-fitted and lubed. The rest of the bike was treated to an Intermediate Service meaning its ready for the impending Spring sunshine we all deserve!
