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10-15-15, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by rpenmanparker

But then how would you know if your DI2 battery was giving you the promised charge lifetime? If the tires you were using were a good buy? When to change your chain and cassette? Or just lube your chain? If you were doing enough exercise to predict living forever? Come on, get real! This is a serious topic for serious cyclists.

Since I don't use a computer, I can't ride any more. I just cower in the corner, while my tires rot and my cassette and chain rust away.
How frequently should I lube my chain if I'm not riding it ?
Should I rotate the tires to avoid flat spots as it leans against the wall ?

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