Originally Posted by
Old School
Take it to the LBS -- you will be back on the trail sooner!
You don't understand! That's not my style! The guys at my LBS know me as the kid who buys tools and fluids, and only tools and fluids - never bought a bike there, a helmet, gloves, anything but tools and fluids!
But I did call 'em up asking 'bout the problem. They said 30$ they'll fix it for me, or 40$ i can buy the kit to fix it myself. I chose the kit. I like fixing things (a skill i've HAD to acquire).
So... 40$ and an hour later, i've fixed everything, and it's better than before. poifect! now i know how to do it again and again... you know what that means! more free food from buddies whose bikes break down!