Like it says, I'm pulling our bicycles out of storage in our shed, where they have been for the last two years. Both entry level specialized mountainish bikes. What should I do to them to get them ready? Also, I notices some small (1/8 inch) dots of rust on the pistons on the wife's front forks. Any idea how to clean this up?
Joey
In reply to joey48442:
very fine steel wool, make sure to clean them good afterwards to make sure none of the dust gets into the works.
gamby
SuperDork
5/1/11 11:35 p.m.
WD40 and aforementioned fine steel wool will obliterate rust.
Clean/lube chain
Clean/lube cables
Check tires for dry rot
Proceed w/ riding bike.
BTW--a shed isn't the best place to store bikes year-round. If they get damp in the winter, they never really dry out. A basement is MUCH better.