Originally Posted by
chefisaac
My commuter has disc breaks and I realize that I know NOTHING about disc breaks. I dont know how to take care of them, what to watch for, how to fix them if there is an issue, etc.
Are they regular or hydraulic? I find the regular (cable operated) versions to be the simplest brakes to work on. I would suggest you look at the park site (or one of the others) and work through the brake tune-up service process. Do this a couple of times when you don't need to, and you'll bet set for those road side issues.
Originally Posted by
chefisaac
Plus I am fearful that if I get a flat, taking off and putting on the tire will be tough.
You really should practices taking your tire off the bike and removing, then replacing the tube at home in comfort. so that WHEN you need to do so on the road side you can do so with minimal problems. If your going to break something, do so when it doesn't involve a walk home it what will undoubtedly be bad weather.