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Lubrication - where, when, what, how much?
I am very confused and I hope someone out there can help!
I do between 12 and 20 miles of commute/town riding in the week, and sometimes longer rides at weekends (50 miles). The usual routes lie on the roads, but at present a key section is closed, and the alternative involves a muddy path across a field. The bike is a solid frame MTB running on semislick tyres and without mudguards. I have just worn out the entire transmission (?) - gears front and back, chain and little diddy wheels in derailleur. And I have been told what must be the third or fourth version of "How one should oil/clean a bike". This latest one being that I should brush down with soapy water after each ride, rinse and relube practically the entire bike with light oil. Whilst I see the virtue in this, I fear I am not naturally inclined to be that virtuous. What should I lube, with what, when and how much? Does this need to change when the route returns to being entirely on road? I do not have the bike mechanic's zeal for a perfectly clean machine, I just want the bike to work well and not wear itself out too fast. Eagerly awaiting your advice, Sarennah [in and out of lab, and posting via Google, please be patient] |
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