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Old 06-26-18 | 08:02 PM
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Help with gears?

I bought a 2011 womens fuji 3.0 and when i was riding I jacked up the gears.
I cant get the gears out of the highest setting, im sure it's an easy fix but i can't figure it out.
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Old 06-26-18 | 09:59 PM
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Probably your limit screws need adjusting, though more information about *how* you "jacked up the gears" would certainly help.
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Old 06-26-18 | 10:21 PM
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Shifting to an easier gear in the back is achieved by pushing the entire brake lever inwards towards the middle of the handlebars while you pedal.
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Old 06-27-18 | 10:49 AM
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Which fuji? Finest? Newest?

Which shifters do you have on your bike? Maybe find a video on youtube on how to operate them, it might just be an awareness issue.

One thought for you, if you have a performance bike shop nearby - they have beginner rides on Saturdays and it's a near certainty they'd be happy to give you personalized tips and assistance.
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Old 06-27-18 | 11:27 AM
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Is it only the rear? A broken shift cable will prevent the chain from getting out of the hardest gear in the back. If pushing both levers on the right (as mentioned by [MENTION=123146]f4rrest[/MENTION]) does nothing, that would be my guess. Easy and quick fix for a mechanic.
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