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Like their other products, Bell Sports has the cyclist in mind when they design their bike carriers for cars. Ease of use, quality of construction and price is taken into consideration to offer the consumer the best possible value. Bell makes some of the best helmets in the industry, so protection and safety is always on their mind. This can be seen in their bicycle rack products as well. The straps on the hitch racks are just as tight as other models as well as the build quality of the hooks and tie downs that are employed.
For those searching for an alternative to other pricey bicycle carrier racks for automobiles, Double and Triple models of the trunk mount racks may be just the right choice. The Right Up 2 or Hitchbiker 4 would be a good choice for a 4 bike rack to mount on a receiver hitch. As you can see you can't go wrong with a Bell bike rack on your car.
high perfomance carbon road wheels
Carbon fiber is a new variety of super strong material that is also lightweight. It is five times as strong as steel and two times as stiff, yet it only weighs about two-thirds less. Carbon fibre is just thin strands of carbon, even thinner than human hair. These strands can be braided or twisted together just like yarn.
The method for manufacturing carbon fibers is part chemical and part mechanical. The material is strained into long strands of fiber and heated to a very high temperature without letting it come in contact with oxygen. The fiber cannot burn without oxygen. The material then goes through a process called carbonization. The attempts to mass produce Carbon Fiber have failed so far due to scarce demand and lack of skilled workers. Not to mention that it is expensive.
Stuck Seat Post
There's nothing more frustrating than having a seat stuck in an uncomfortable position because of a seized post that won't allow you to adjust it. This is often caused by the post rusting into place after years of storage and essentially becoming welded to the opening. The method to remove the post is time consuming and involves a lot of elbow grease while not always being successful. A DIYer can start by pouring penetrating oil, ammonia, or carbonated soft-drink down into the post to try and dissolve the corrosion. If that doesn't work the next step is heating the lug area where the seat post goes in to to make it expand. If that doesn't work the seat post it can be chilled with CO2 or nitrogen to see if it contracts. Not every DIYer has the time and materials to try and free the post so this may be a job left up to the pros.
Tune Up
Many people have tried to tune up their own bikes, but almost to a T they agree that it's a job better left for a bike shop. For one, the shops simply have the tools and the expertise that make them well worth the $50 or so service fee. For instance how many DIYers have the knowledge or wherewithal to give the bike drivetrain an ultrasonic cleaning, flush the disc brakes, tension the spokes, replace bearings and hubs that are starting to fail, true the wheels, and adjust the front and rear shifting all in a couple hours time? Second of all how many more problems would be encountered when a DIY er tried to accomplish those tasks which result in a trip to the bike shop anyway.
For most riders, bicycle repair is a part of the hobby but it's also one that isn't quite the daunting task as working on an automobile. After all replacing a pedal or putting on a new chain doesn't really have the safety repercussions that replacing a radiator or changing a timing belt might have. While getting a bike back on the road usually doesn't take more than an hour, there are some projects that fall in the gray area of "should I DIY try or just say goodbye?" and take the bike to the shop. The answer varies on a person's expertise, but here are the most common issues where that question may need to be answered.
Wheels Out of True
A wheel that wobbles or is unbalanced can be annoying but there is some give and take allowed. This is especially noticeable if you have a bicycle upside down and spin the wheel - it may look lopsided as all getups but when the weight of a rider is on it there is no play at all. On the other hand if the tire is noticeably catawampus with a person on it the tire should be fixed. A wheel that is only slightly out of center can be easily DIY fixed just by loosening or tightening the adjacent spokes until they work their way back into balance. However a bike shop can use a straightening tool or jig on a wheel that is actually bent to try and salvage it.
Meanwhile, front-suspension mountain bikes are ideal for smooth or somewhat rugged terrain. They're perfect for dirt jumping and need less upkeep than other types of bikes. These bikes tend to be fairly lightweight and less bulky than other all-terrain bikes.
If you want a more rugged cycle, then consider a full-suspension mountain bike. These are perfect for off-road biking and particularly up steep inclines and on rugged terrain. They feature robust frames and huge, chunky tires.
Then there's a hybrid bike, which is ideal for roads or level dirt. If you need a cycle for ride of moderate lengths then this is the perfect bike for you. Features of this type of cycle include a large frame and somewhat narrow tires. As with the physical features of this bike, the price is also moderate.