Christmas Bikes!

Haven't updated the new bikes post in a while, so I figured I'd crank out a bunch for the upcoming Holiday...since all of these people did the right thing...and got themselves the best gift ever...A New Bike!

The one lady of the group, Laura, with her new B2R! Best of luck this season; we know you'll kick some butt on your new ride! Edmond got one of the last 2009 Giant Trinity Alliance 1 - Ultegra build. He's going back to Singapore and bringing the bike.

Alex came in as a runner looking to get into the sport. We had an opening, so he did his fit and got a new bike in the same day! Great choice with one of the last Felt AR4's of 2009.

Mike came in and walked out with one of the first B16's of 2010.

Rainy, a MCS team member, decided to invest in a TT bike, chosing the 2009 B2R!

We hope you all enjoy your new rides! Happy Holidays from Moment Cycle Sport

Clean your bike? What?

At the shop, the service department sees many types of bikes. Road and triathlon, yes, but we also get the occasional cruiser and mountain bike. Our mechanics are trained to fix and service every type of bike (yes, even unicycles). One thing that remains constant however, is that a clean bike is a happy bike. Keeping your bike clean isn't just a matter of aesthetics, especially when talking about the drivetrain (chain, front chainrings, and cassette). Your bike will run better and your drivetrain parts will last longer if they're kept clean.

Here is a basic overview on drivetrain cleaning. Check out our website for the dirty details on cleaning your drivetrain.

Required Tools:

• Repair stand, or way to suspend the bike
• Rag
• Solvent
• Lube
• Ruler
• Disposable Gloves
• Small Screwdriver
• Brush
• Chain-Cleaner tool

Steps:

Check your chain for wear and stretching. Use the ruler to measure, looking for the 1 inch space between two pins. If it is longer than an inch, your chain is stretched and should be replaced. Wipe your chain clean using a rag. Then scrub your chain clean using the chain-cleaner tool. Clean your crankset using the brush. Clean the cassette using the shoe shine method with a rag dampened with solvent. Check the derailleurs and pulleys and wipe any excess gunk. Finally, lube the chain and wipe any excess lube away.

Do NOT spray your bike down with any high pressure hose as this can put water where water is not wanted. (In the headset, bottom bracket, etc).

If you have any questions, feel free to inquire with any of our staff at the shop.

Some of our favorite frame cleaners:

Simple Green

Pedro's Bike Lust Bike Polish
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Race Mechanics Clinic

Shop owner JT and service department manager Cory headed to Colorado Springs, CO for the Park Tools/Mavic Race Mechanics Clinic last weekend. They spent 4 days at the Olympic Training Center immersed in full day classes and hands on workshops. Here are some pictures of their adventure:One of the many OTC vans to transport the athletes and visitors. A snowy track.

Behind the Mavic car is Pikes Peak, one of Colorado's Fourteeners.

Cory and JT with the head mechanic from Park Tools, Calvin.

In the next Moment Cycle Sport Race Team meeting, JT will be discussing some of the USA cycling rules they learned, as well as some of the techniques for making sure you are ready on race day.

Moment Cycle Sport will also be hosting some Park Tools School clinics, where you can learn some basic bike maintenance and techniques to keep your bike running great. Look for more information in the new year!

Oh yeah, and we are having a 12 Days of Christmas special at the shop. Today is 30% off helmets, including those funky looking aero ones!