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 Post subject: Maintenance Reminder
PostPosted: Thu Aug 13, 2015 5:37 pm 
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Remember to check your brake pads. Unlike in the old days with rim brakes your disc pads aren't easily visible.

I bring this up because on a recent ride I just touched metal on my rears about 1/2 way through my ride. While I was able to ride back with no issues, it made for a much slower pace.

Don't mind the damage in the middle, that was from the screwdriver spreading the pads to push the pistons back in.

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Also remember to top of your tire sealant if your running tubeless. I was do for a new tire anyway, but wanted to get 30 more miles. I changed it now because it wasn't holding air overnight anymore, so decided to change the tire instead of adding more sealant.

Inside of tire using Orange Seal

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I pealed out the old stuff for the hell of it and it pretty much came out in one giant piece. But it was in there good.

Gratuitous used vs new tire pictures.

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 Post subject: Re: Maintenance Reminder
PostPosted: Thu Aug 13, 2015 7:30 pm 
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Running some fresh brake fluid through the lines at this time would be a good idea too.

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 Post subject: Re: Maintenance Reminder
PostPosted: Thu Aug 13, 2015 10:13 pm 
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I generally eyeball the pads as part of a short pre- or post-ride check when I lube the chain (washing, cleaning, & lubing other than the chain are more intermittent). Lube the chain, shift the gears, spin the wheels, squeeze the brakes, drop the post, bounce the suspension...and go.

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 Post subject: Re: Maintenance Reminder
PostPosted: Fri Aug 14, 2015 8:22 am 
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I carry a set of pads in my pack.

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 Post subject: Re: Maintenance Reminder
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tfitz wrote:
I carry a set of pads in my pack.


"For those heavy flow days, and you don't want to let anything get in your way!"

My maturity level wouldn't let me pass this one up :cheers:


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 Post subject: Re: Maintenance Reminder
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^^^ ...and amazingly, that quote applies perfectly to both kinds of cycles. And yes, I usually carry a spare pair of brake pads too, even though I check 'em regularly. I've had Avids just fall out on the trail!-- at least my Shimanos won't.

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 Post subject: Re: Maintenance Reminder
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While your at it remember to check you tire sealant.

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