Keep your bike in good working order. Make sure your brakes work properly so that you have the stopping power you need. Make sure dérailleurs are properly adjusted so your chain doesn't come off as you change gears, possibly causing an accident. Keep your tire properly inflated. If you can't do these things yourself, get a professional to do it. Or take a course, or take advantage of expert assistance as you learn to do it yourself at Our Community Bikes.

Feel free to download our pamphlet (pdf) How to Coddle and Care for Your Bicycle