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Disc Brakes Rubbing? How To Fix Disc Brake Rub in 5 Steps [With Video Guide]

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Getting frustrated by that annoying noise of your disc brakes rubbing against the rotor while you’re cycling? In this article, we’ll guide you through a quick and easy five-step process to eliminate disc brake rub and ensure a smooth, noise-free ride.

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Join BikeTips maintenance guru Robbie as he talks you through how to fix disc brake rub (for both hydraulic and mechanical disc brakes). Want to know more, or prefer to see the process of dealing with disc brake rub in writing? Check out the full guide at https://biketips.com/how-to-fix-disc-brakes-rubbing/. If you want further help getting your brakes in tip-top condition, check out our related guides below: How To Adjust Bike Disc Brakes (Hydraulic & Mechanical): https://youtu.be/dD4enbc1ekw How To Adjust Caliper Rim Brakes: https://youtu.be/pub-cbNyyKs How To Adjust V-Brakes: https://youtu.be/7sAdsLDoPHU You can also find our full range of bike maintenance guides on our channel homepage or at https://biketips.com/the-workshop/. 0:00 - Intro 0:18 - What Is Brake Rub? 0:38 - Why Are Your Disc Brakes Rubbing? 1:03 - How Do You Fix Disc Brake Rub? 1:33 - What Tools Will You Need? 2:13 - Step 1: Inspection 3:23 - Step 2: Replace Any Worn or Faulty Parts 3:58 - Step 3: Reset the Caliper 5:04 - Step 4: Adjusting the Calipers 6:43 - Step 5: Test! 7:02 - A Final Note #brakerub #discbrake #bikemaintenance
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Join former long-distance cycling World-Record holder Robbie Ferri as he walks you through his ultimate guide to choosing the perfect bikepacking setup, step-by-step. Want to know more, or prefer to see the information in writing? Check out the full guide at https://biketips.com/ultimate-bikepacking-setup-guide-with-video/! If you want expert advice on bike setup and more, check out our related guides below: How To Pack & Ship A Bike: https://youtu.be/wplB72yRua8 How To Choose The Correct Bike Size: Road Bike Edition: https://youtu.be/-mMjXcHj2Sc The Truth About Bike Fitting: Is It Really Worth It?: https://youtu.be/2TyuIVqdZSE You can also find our full range of bike maintenance guides on our channel homepage or at https://biketips.com/the-workshop/. 0:00 - Intro 0:23 - What Bike Should You Use For Bikepacking? 0:38 - What Kind of Terrain Are You Riding On? 1:13 - Do The Gear Ratios Go Low Enough? 1:48 - Does The Bike Have Upright Geometry? 2:23 - About My Bike... 2:48 - Let's Talk Bikepacking Bags 3:03 - Step 1: Assess The Bike 4:08 - Step 2: Establish The Bag Volume You Need 4:48 - Step 3: Identify The Bags You Want 5:27 - What Bags Am I Using? 6:33 - What Do You Need To Take With You In Your Bikepacking Setup? 9:08 - Bikepacking Setup Accessories 9:39 - A Final Note #bikepacking #bikepackinggear #bikepackinglife
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A dirty CamelBak bladder will leave a bad taste in your mouth at best, and could even make you unwell if you leave it for a long time! Learning how to clean a CamelBak bladder is quick and easy, and will ensure you're keeping hydrated with minimal fuss in no time. Join BikeTips guru Robbie as he talks you through the process of cleaning a CamelBak bladder from start to finish. Want to know more, or prefer to see the process in writing? Check out the complete guide at https://biketips.com/how-to-clean-a-camelbak-bladder/. For more cycling tips and tricks, check out our related guides below: Cyclist's Hack: How To Get Bike Grease Out Of Clothes: https://youtu.be/-ZIORGdoroQ The Truth About Bike Fitting: Is It Worth It?: https://youtu.be/2TyuIVqdZSE How To Set Bike Seat Height Correctly: https://youtu.be/slWbOmp5PHY You can also find our full range of bike maintenance guides on our channel homepage or at https://biketips.com/the-workshop/. 0:00 - Intro 0:13 - Why Is It Important To Clean Your CamelBak Bladder? 0:55 - How Often Should You Clean A CamelBak Bladder? 1:23 - What Do You Need To Clean A CamelBak Bladder? 1:53 - Step 1: Remove The Bladder From The Backpack 2:12 - Step 2: Internal Cleaning 2:56 - Step 3: Dismantle The Bladder 3:23 - Step 4: Clean The Bladder Parts 4:03 - Step 5: Rinse And Hang 4:36 - A Final Note #camelbak #hydrationpack #biketips
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Getting frustrated by that annoying noise of your disc brakes rubbing against the rotor while you’re cycling? In this article, we’ll guide you through a quick and easy five-step process to eliminate disc brake rub and ensure a smooth, noise-free ride.

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Gravel Bike Tire Pressure Explained: The Essential Info

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Gravel bikes are fairly new to cycling compared to other disciplines. It’s like they came out of nowhere about five years ago, only to be everywhere now. We get some excellent questions about gravel bikes, but one that always comes up is: “What’s the best gravel bike tire pressure?”

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