Take off, what a pleasure! Pedaling, hair in the wind along the Atlantic coast, in the Bordeaux vineyards… and there… and there, it's the breakdown. Because yes, we won't hide it from you, hazards on the slopes are normal and common. Here are some tips for repairing your bike and preparing for any eventuality (well, almost).
The puncture:
You have just had a puncture in the middle of a ride, don't panic. Before setting off for the ride, you have provided yourself with the essential equipment in the event of a puncture: an anti-puncture kit and a pump. But then how to proceed?
- remove the wheel of your bicycle frame.
- Bring yourself of your puncture repair kit and first use the tire lever. It will allow you to extract the inner tube which is located inside the tire. (Warning: do not use the tire lever to reassemble your inner tube. There is a risk of damage to it)
- Spot where the puncture occurred. This is the most delicate moment. The advice of the editorial staff is to immerse the inner tube in water. This will allow you to find the hole thanks to the air bubbles.
- Use the glue and place the patch.
- Deflate and replace the inner tube.
- Go up the wheel in the frame and re-inflate the tire.
Congratulations, you have just repaired your bike, you can leave serenely. At the end of the day, back at your accommodation, we still advise you to get a new inner tube to ensure peace of mind for your next outings.
The derailment:
The fear of all cyclists is the derailment of the chain. In 1 minute 30 top time, succeed in rerailing your chain:
The emergency bag:
The emergency bag is a must have on a bike, the essential element. Just for you, we tell you what's in ours.
- A puncture repair kit
- An inner tube rescue
- A pump : This object may not fit in your bag depending on the model you select, but it can be attached to the frame and will not weigh you down.
- A multi-tool it is ideal for adjusting the settings of your bike and repairing your bike in an emergency with minimal bulk.
The expertise of a professional:
If your bike needs a more extensive repair, professionals are at your disposal throughout the country. Finally, if you do not feel like a handyman to carry out a repair on the go, repairers can come to the field to help you.
