Cleaning after a ride

07-18-2008, 06:49 AM

What is the best way to remove dirt from your chain and derailleurs after a ride?

Alex Ramon · 07-18-2008, 06:54 AM

Hi Mike,

I would use a cleaning brush, some cleaning solvent and a rag. Use the brush to get the bulky chunks of dirt off, and then wipe it down with a damp rag. Check out <a href="http://bikeride.com/chain-lubrication/">this video</a> for some wipe-down tips.

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