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My New Toolkit has arrived!, Time's Up helps.
Someone in a post mentioned a Nashbar toolkit that was around $35
after a coupon. So I ordered it. When it arrived I realized that I had no idea what most of the tools were for. A few weeks back at the NY Bike Show I joined Time's Up because I like their style. They don't actually run Critical Mass in NYC but they are active in it, plus the DUMMER T-Shirt (picture of a Hummer) was classic. Anyway, I received an email of their activities and they offer free bike repair lessons every Tuesday (their bike) and free bike repair sessions on Thursdays (your bike). So last night I brought my toolkit and bike. I learned what the tools are for (all except for one that no one could figure out), and even cleaned and greased the bearings on the front wheel. I intend to go back several times to learn more about taking care of the bike. Maybe as a result of cleaning those bearings I managed to set another new speed record getting to work today, 52:45, breaking Monday's 53:17. Now, I think I need to buy a stand. Plus SPD pedals and shoes. It's going to be an expensive weekend. ============================================= TIME'S UP! is a direct-action environmental group that uses events and educational programs to promote a safer, quieter, friendlier, and more environmentally sustainable city. We're community-based, all-volunteer, and non-profit. It's easy to help: Join! See www.times-up.org or call 212-802-8222 for more information. ============================================= |
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On Fri, 10 Jun 2005 08:46:43 -0400, dgk
wrote: Someone in a post mentioned a Nashbar toolkit that was around $35 after a coupon. So I ordered it. When it arrived I realized that I had no idea what most of the tools were for. That probably was me. Snipped I learned what the tools are for (all except for one that no one could figure out), and even cleaned and greased the bearings on the front wheel. I intend to go back several times to learn more about taking care of the bike. Maybe as a result of cleaning those bearings I managed to set another new speed record getting to work today, 52:45, breaking Monday's 53:17. Please describe the unidentified tool, maybe we can figure it out. Now, I think I need to buy a stand. Plus SPD pedals and shoes. It's going to be an expensive weekend. But worth it;-) Life is Good! Jeff |
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