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Hmm, my bike seems to have gotten caught in a thunderstorm.

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Old 07-13-05, 02:59 PM
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Hmm, my bike seems to have gotten caught in a thunderstorm.

Usually I am pretty good about not locking my bike out in the rain. However, today it got caught. Typically after riding in the rain I just dry it off and lube up the chain. Is there any special attention I have to give to it after having been out in the rain this long?
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Framesaver maybe, but you don't need really need to worry much. Is it a fixie? You've got a lot less to worry about (moving parts wise) with only a front brake (maybe), pedals, and headset.
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Yes. Ride it, and then ride it some more.
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Framesaver? That's for people scared that their precious Columbus steel will rust through... one thunderstorm makes no difference. Just clean and lube as usual. Proofide your saddle, if it's a Brooks.
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Framesaver? That's for people scared that their precious Columbus steel will rust through...
Yeah, I figured I'd throw it out there, he seemed worried, and Framesaver seems to stop people from worrying about their bikes. It's a funny side effect...
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