[http://active.typepad.com/.shared/image.html?/photos/uncategorized/1084345.jpg]I was home in St. Louis for a little while and was fortunate enough to catch a week of 60 degree temperatures. It got me thinking -- spring is in the air and my bike is calling. Here are a few tips to help you find any problems and make sure no new ones arise so your bike works smoothly through the riding season.

Inspect your wheels closely to see if there are any cracks in the rim or any signs of bulging in the tire. If you don’t regularly tension your spokes you’ll have some serious flex problems from your wheels. If you don’t feel comfortable tensioning your spokes, just drop it by the bike shop. They’ll be more than happy to help.