2012 Preparing your bicycle for winter storage

If you love bicycling, winter probably isn’t one of your favorite seasons, but it’s important to get your bike ready before hanging it up for the winter. By taking proper care of your bike prior to storage, your bike will last much longer, and you’ll enjoy many more seasons of use out of it! Clean Your Bike It might go without saying, but before you put your bike up for the winter, it’s important to clean it and clean it well. Be sure to get all of the dirt, dust, and grime off of your bike. Use a soft cloth to get into the nooks and crannies along the pieces of the bike. Once the bike is thoroughly cleaned, use a bicycle polish on your bike to protect its surfaces. A great bicycle polish, Pedro’s Bike Lust, is available for $9.99 at Bike Tires Direct. Read more