How to lube your bike and which ones to use
June 25, 2012
Here’s a short clip on how to lubricate your bike, which ones to use, and common mistakes to avoid.
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How to’s
How to change Shimano/SRAM brake pads for a road bike
May 25, 2012
Here Stew demonstrates how to change brake pads for a road bike – Shimano or SRAM. Changing Campagnola brake pads are a little more complicated and needs its own clip. Anyone that needs to change their worn brake pads, OR need to change brake pads regularly between a set of carbon race wheels versus alloy […]
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How to change a punctured tubular (for triathletes and time triallists)
March 25, 2012
If you are riding tubulars (singles) in a triathlon or time trial and get a dreaded puncture, watch this short clip for some tips on how to change it quickly and efficiently. NOTE for triathletes and time triallists, when I glue on tubulars, I leave a very small gap in the glue so that the […]
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How to remove and install a TIGHT tyre without pinching the tube (applies to loose tyres too)
February 10, 2012
Have you got the tightest tyre from hell and you are concerned about pinching the tube? In this video clip Stew demonstrates the removal and installation with a very tight tyre, and how to put on that last bit of stretched tyre. Of course, tips and tricks apply as equally to looser tyres.
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Servicing your bike before special events
February 10, 2012
A reminder that it’s better to service your bike at least 2 weeks before an event, not just before the event. Here’s why: If your bike needs gear and brake cables replaced, they will stretch and you don’t want your gears playing up in the middle of a triathlon race or cycling event. If your […]
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How to properly install and remove pedals
January 25, 2012
You should watch this if you travel by air with your bike on a regular basis, or, you just simply want to know how to do this properly. Too often when I’m servicing bikes I see pedals that are put on WAY too tight. Watch this short video clip for some handy tips:
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How to adjust your headset
November 1, 2011
Is your headset making rattling noises or does it feel loose? Do you travel with your bike in the air and want to get some tips on re-assembling your headset? Then watch this short 3minute clip for some tips on how to adjust your headset:
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After your bicycle service
September 19, 2011
If your cables have been replaced, the cables will stretch after a couple of rides and your gears will go out a little as you ride. For those that like to “DIY” and want to adjust your gears yourself, watch my 1-minute video-clip, which you can find at
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Maintenance and care in between services
September 19, 2011
A very worn out chain causes cassette cog teeth to be worn down – when you get a new chain, it will not mesh with the cassette, and the cassette will require replacement. This can be avoided if you change your chain for every 3,000 to 5,000 kms of riding (lower kms if you are […]
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