Avanti Plus Salisbury
Shop in Salisbury

Cables have to be replaced, cassettes and chain rings need upgrading as you get better, chains need replacing, and other parts wear out from tire and the elements. Our place provides mechanical services which are second to none. Assuming steady use, a weekly clean, or behind every really mucky ride ensures that dirt and grime never build up. It will take far less time and effort if done regularly. Regardless of what kind of bike you have the principals remain the same. The majority of your efforts should be focused on the drive chain, particularly if you are brief on time. The dirt and grit on the chain will simply join with lubricant and depart you with a black, filthy mess, which forms an abrasive paste that will wear away at your chain and sprockets at an alarming rate. Having the right tools for the job will make it much simpler and the job can be done in a segment of the time. A wide, easy brush can be old for getting rid of the majority of muck from the larger surface areas, a stiffer brush is good for working round rims and tires and smaller brushes for getting into the gaps between components and your frame. Some brushes are specifically shaped to get into the really solid to arrive places, such as the tiny gaps between the sprockets on the cassette. Make safe brushes are appropriate quality and nothing metallic that could scratch your bike. Using a cleaning product to aid burst down the grime will make this portion of the job easier. Cleaning the chain itself can be a major chore unless you invest in a chain cleaner and some degreaser. With a few turns of the pedal the job is done effortlessly and the muck from the chain held within the cleaning device and not flicked all over your frame. Bike specific cleaning products are there to aid keep the components of the bike. Unused oils are synthetic and often Teflon based, they are often referred to as a parched lube as they are not sticky to the touch. It also means that the adhesion to the chain is not so good in wet conditions. When deciding on the right type of oil to use, a number of factors should be considered, mainly the type of bike, the time of year and the conditions in which the bike is predominantly used. For example road bikes do not require heavy oils even in the worst conditions and the cleaner wax or Teflon based dryer formulas are enough all year round. Very insignificant oil goes a long way on a drive train as it is constantly turning and the oil will transfer to each of the components. Bike Fit System Whether you’re an elite road racer, recreational offload adventurer or just cruising for merriment and fitness, it’s vital that your bike fits your body. The Dynamic System takes the concepts commonly used in a static bike fit but adds the essential component of movement. Fit System has a variety of benefits that make riding more comfortable, efficient and enjoyable. They are huge for seeing the sights of Whangarei and surrounding areas.