Originally Posted by
kalash74
Thanks for the responses.
Unfortunately, I can't do anything about the lack of a door--I rent this place and I was lucky enough to get the shed. I also can't coat it with WD-40 or anything like that since this is my commuter. It's an old 80s Bridgestone MTB that I got off ebay for $200. So it's a steel frame. But it's corrosion free as of now, and I'd like to keep it that way.
Is the bike guaranteed to rust if I leave it out there? The rust-proof cover somone linked looks interesting...
Yes the bike is guaranteed to rust if you let it but the important thing to do is simply look it over any time you get on it and if you see any minor issues take care of it before it becomes a major issue. Lubrication, regular service of bearings and consumables, touching up any paint chips/scratches and your good to go