Bike maintenance
Keep your bike running smoothly with our selection of maintenance articles and 'how to' guides, updated regularly.
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How to tighten a bike headset (video)
Learn how to tighten a bike headset to improve handling and ride feel
By Cycling Active Last updated
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How to fix a bike puncture and mend an inner tube
A step-by-step guide on how to fix a puncture
By Hannah Bussey Published
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How to put your chain back on
Having your chain come off mid-ride is a bit of a nuisance, and getting it back on, for the fingers of clumsy folk, can be a fairly hairy procedure. Here’s a quick guide to keeping your digits safe.
By Cycling Active Published
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How to fit new brake pads
Here we show you how to change brake blocks
By Cycling Active Published
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Bike maintenance: pre-ride bike check
Two-minute pre-ride checks, essential for every cyclist that could save you time and maintenance problems in the future
By Nigel Wynn Published