That was undeniably the simplest, the most to-the-point and the best tutorial that any beginner can receive on these essential tasks. THANK YOU for not running down your resume, for not hoisting praise upon yourself regarding all your experience, for not talking to the audience like they were a bunch of engineers. Most RUclipsrs are poor teachers and spend 75% of the time explaining the science behind something as simple as changing a flat and leave out critical information like making sure the tire is clear of anything that can hurt your new tube. You did an excellent job. You can't see me right now Katie, but I'm applauding you from New York! 👏
I am 61 yrs old. And believe it or not, because of you, i am now going to get into cycling. I'm only 5'3, so i hope i can find a nice endurance bike for myself. At this age, the main thing is to keep moving, so you have inspired me to do just that. I'm certainly not interested in racing or keeping up with the pack. I'm more of a loner, so i would prefer, long leisure rides by myself, sought of like bicycling meditation. So, let me take this opportunity to thank you so much for the inspiration, and your humorous and optimistic outlook on life. Wishing you the very best, health and happiness!!!
I've found that after putting the tube back into the tyre, a little bit of air into the tube prevents it pinching as you get the tyre onto the rim fully before fully inflating the tyre.
Katie you have made me love cycling more and more. I love your bike fixing videos and seeing your bike packing has inspired me. I'm just recovering from a road traffic accident car vs bicycle 😔 it's not put me off and I have got your e book to look at as well. Please make some more videos 👍❤
The one defining feature that makes these videos really shine, beside their being--of course--well-filmed and helpful--is your continued demystifying of what goes into having a good time on a bike. I watch a lot--maybe too many--cycling videos, and like many (I presume) I suffer through some braggadocio and bravado and implicit elitism and, I mean, you're an accomplished cyclist but you don't come off as needing to prove anything. It's relaxing and makes the helpful videos that much more appealing. Thanks for the tips! I didn't even think of taking my chain-breaking tool on rides (my multitool doesn't have one...I don't think?), but that makes total sense (and I take speed links anyway). Cheerio!
Great series Katie!! Would be helpful to a lot of new riders to show the rear tire - how to remove it and put it back on as most don’t understand or know how to move the rear derailleur to get the tire back on or what chain ring in the front and what gear on the cassette they should be in .
Ya know what, My daughter asked if she could come out with me on the bike, she's not been able to go to the gym because all closed due to the Covid 19 virus. She used her husband's bike, anyway she loved it, I said if you really want to get into road bike cycling I'll treat you to a road bike. She got a bike and I passed your site on to her telling her you discussed all things cycling. But this last vid you've done, doing a puncture, chain repair, sorting your gears out will be really helpful to her..and showing a female can do all these with ease. Cheers.
I met a nice couple at a roadside stop once and we had a nice chat. Later 5 miles down the road, I stopped to fix a flat when they came driving up very worried that I might need rescue. Thanking them, I said 'No, it's all just par for the course'. I'll ask and appreciate motorist or other riders who pause to see if you are okay.
Hi Katie, I have been watching your videos for about 6 months and am loving this series :-) I have been only riding a road bike for about a year and before that lots of years on hybrids - your videos have made me feel normal instead of not knowing how to do all the stuff 'proper' cyclists do!
35 years racing bikes but still enjoy these videos. Nice job Katie! Also, lovely accent :) I put air in the new inner tube by blowing it by mouth so it won't snap.
I've been a bit out of riding for a while now.. I give each new tube a dusting of talcum powder.. Then a shot inside the (unmounted) tire, rolling the tire slowly in my hands to let the dash of powder flow around the inside of the tire.. This adds a bit of anti-friction, which helps taking the tire on & off.. As a bonus, when you get a puncture, most times there is a tail-tale of white dust to mark the spot!
... I have learned the hard way if you have tubeless tires ... you need to carry a "valve removal" tool ... the valve will clog up at low pressures ... and 3-5 lbs will prevent you from removing the tire from the rim (I lashed/cut my tire 1/2-3/4 " long It tried to seal but I was (5)m into a starting a "metric" ... "SAG" picked me up) ... Great Video ... most riders do not think about a broken chain ... my multi-tool has a chain press tool and I do carry "Quick-links" !!! Every rider needs to volunteer for "SAG" ... you learn so much ... and you need to "payback" the "SAG" for your fellow riders ... and you ...
I already encountered a lot of roadside troubles since I started riding in 1986, from flat tire/puncture, broken spoke, snapped chain and other minor troubles, good thing, I know how to fix them and likewise have some important tools and handy spares inside my saddle bag...
Little tip: mark the tyre & tube (with chalk) at the valve, when you find the hole in the tube, reference it back to the tyre using the chalk mark to easily find the thorn or whatever caused the puncture (it'll still most likely be in the tyre) and dig or pull it out.
Sorry last comment, if you continue this series (which I hope you do), could you do a video on how to find people to ride with. Being a beginner its hard to find a community that isn't far more advanced in distance they ride, length they ride, and all their intensely nice bikes. Its hard to find a beginner community that is on your level or closer to it. All the best!
If you're in the UK try letsride.co.uk social and/or guided rides. Various length rides, all sorts of bikes, different days, usually include a cafe stop. A beginner might want to avoid the rides run by the bike clubs until you're less of a beginner. Rides start again 4 July.
I was impressed at you dexterity with which you tended your bike, you really have it within you by now! 😃💯; I am ashamed to admit I could not have been capable of repair a snapped chain so straight to replay the video I go. It a yes for me, a weekly video on the same note as those passed will do us all good, I rather enjoyed my time watching them 😄 keep up the good work Katie ! 🚵♂️🌞🌈
Great video Katie. I nearly always carry a spare chain link and the one time my chain broke in 25 years of cycling I was visiting my parents in Yorkshire and I'd forgot my saddle bag with tools. Only had a multitool and spare tubes borrows from a friend. Had to phone my dad to pick me up when my chain snapped 🤣
Just a little tip don't forget the small retaining ring holding the valve on the rim, when I was young could not get a tube out, so used a hammer, bent the valve, did not undo or see the retaining ring. My father buried my bike under 30 ton of stone in the back garden to teach me a lesson. I also pump up tube to test before fitting wheel on bike, and deflate the tyre so I do not have to adjust the brakes, then pump up when wheel back on. Did the Holme Moss Loop today, thoroughly enjoyed, thanks to your video gave me encouragement to try, cheers Katie.
I have been a cyclist for over 40 years, from daily commuting to fast roadbike trips, mountain biking, and trekking on fully loaded bikes. Almost everything that can brake, has been broken. Even frame, saddle, and fork. But I never ever had a snapped chain. :-)
Don't push the pin all the way out of the last link. Then you can line up the last link with the link at the other end of the chain, and use the chain tool to push the pin back and connect the two ends. Another useful video, thanks.
Perfect timing again, Katie! I’m 2 weeks in on my road bike after nearly 30 years away from cycling and your straightforward tutorials are a Godsend. :) In this case, my rear derailleur on the Almighty Trek Domane needed a tweak and I couldn’t quite remember where to adjust. Thanks again!
Loved the bit where you said about use plastic tyre levers as it reminded me of childhood where I used to use table spoon handles and my gran would shout at me
Thanks Katie, I'm loving all your videos & your earthy Yorkshire lass nature is so refreshing. The timing of this video could not have been better! I've just replaced the chain on my bike & noticed it was skipping during last night's test - collective consciousness at work, thank you 🙏🏻
I was out on a ride last Sunday and a friend got a pinch flat. He'd forgotten to put his saddle bag on his bike, but fortunately I always carry two spare inner tubes (fortunately the same size) and tire levers. It's been a great video series Katie. Always informative and entertaining. Your production on them is really coming on. Take care.
Good vlog.... one little tip.... if you squeeze both tyre beads into the centre / "V" of the rim and work the tyre towards you ... you can actually get a few millimeters extra slack to get the tyre off or onto the rim... Also should you lose a link and your chain is too short you can set the stop screw on your rear deraileur to not go onto the largest cog on cassette.... you will lose the easiest gear but it will get you home 👍
Massively enjoyed this series! Thanks for putting so much time and effort into doing this, I'm not a begginer by any means and I still enjoy watching and picking up tips from other cyclists
Really awesome videos showing all of us beginners the basics we need to know as we start out our cycling journey. Will help us to stay away from many mistakes everyone learns the hard way. Very nice and thoughtful content. Thanks a million Katie 👌🏻
The way you make and talk in the videos, I almost felt "Wow, Katie vlogs with such ease" but watching those bloopers in the end, is a realisation for me. Good job Katie for all the wonderful content.
Thanks you are much better than GCN they all fancy expensive bikes and posing you have a more what the ordinary rider wants to hear and see common sense approach that doesn’t put new or seasoned riders off 👍🏼 and yes please more cycling tips
After ordering my new North Road cycle and awaiting delivery watching your 10 very helpful videos has certainly got me hyped up for some serious hill climbs. I am very new to cycling, your channel is a great help. Thank you. November had better bring some sunshine #lastofthelight
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You randomly appeared in my RUclips feed 2 days ago, and I’m very glad! Thank you for being down to earth and welcoming. You have inspired me to get out on the bike again after a very long time. I have been out twice this week, literally after seeing your video and, ahhh, I forgot how great it is! 😊🚴♀️ Keep safe and well x
Love your tips, weekly or fortnightly will be good. I dread the day I get a puncture, as getting back into cycling after 30 plus year have caused me to forget, but your tips have given me more confidence to know what to do!
Thank you Katie for making this,You made it simple for the average cyclist! Every other video I have seen makes you think you need a whole toolbox to do these simple repairs! I dont have barrel adjusters on my gears though!
Just make sure when snapping the speed link together the link is on the top. If it's on the bottom between the pulley wheels and chainrings it will not work. Trust me I've tried 😂
Hi Katie, Great Video! Thanks a lot! Just 2 additional comments when it comes to changing a flat tyre: 1. Always put the Brand Name of your tyre at the Level of your valve, so it is much easier to find the valve quickly. 2. Always slightly inflate the New inner Tube and knead it before inserting. Makes life much easier.
On changing tires, it can help to put some air in the offending tube to find the puncture before taking the tire all the way off. Then, using the valve and valve hole as a guide search the area where the tube was punctured immediately. Secondly, the rim has a little low spot, or channel, in the middle where the tube sort or lays. Tucking the bead into it opposite of where you're working will help get the tire on easier. It's probably not really necessary with bicycle tires but I do it any way and it is a big help on motorcycle tires. Lastly, always be gentle with it. If you're struggling excessively there's something wrong with your technique. But it can be hard to know how much is excessive without experience. Regardless, taking ones time will prevent puncturing the tube with the tire lever(s).
I have absolutely loved this series. I really hope you continue. The short video length is great and the content is so helpful! You have done a great job putting a lot of info, humour and class into your videos! Thank you. Today I went to buy my quick links and I didn't know what size I needed lol so a heads up to other newbies, they are different sizes! Thanks to some of the comments I will be adding disposable gloves to my little saddle bag. I do remember you mentioning them in a rainy video as a layer under gloves. Thanks again, watching from New Zealand.
Thanks so much for this, really glad you liked them. I will defo carry them on! :) Also, would love to send you a copy of my ebook! :) Email me with your details to hello@ilikemountains.cc xx
As a newly returned old to cycling I hadn’t a clue on tyres! I ordered a bike with Gatortyres ( I think). Went on a gravel track and got 23 punctures in 3 yards! I chose these tyres as the said they were bullet proof etc....wrong! Now got proper tyres and enjoying my bike. Like most things these days it way too complicated and money driven.
For cable adjustment, just turn the barrel in the direction you want the chain to go. Want to to shift to the large cog? Turn adjuster toward the large cog, which would be left, looking from the back!
Great Video series Katie. I’m just getting in to road biking and I absolutely love it, lost a stone already. Your videos have given me loads of great tips to get me started. Really love the feel and colour grade of your edits they’re really nice to watch. Keep up the good work 🚲👍🏻
Thank you for all those educational videos. I have only been following you for a short time, but I am curious about what is to come. Am planning a big trip through Europe (by bike) myself. Maybe you will see me on the way. But until then I will continue to follow you. Good luck and above all a lot of fun. Greetings Reinhard from Holland
Great content, thanks! As a novice I need videos like this - haven’t had any mechanicals yet but that day will come! That chain repair does look daunting, I’ll have to practice all three skills I suppose. I would welcome weekly vlogs, thanks! 😃
just watched. Been catching some of the older vids. Love the countryside you ride. You are brave riding some of those dangerous roads. So many autos. Best regards. Todd. All the way from Springfield, TN, USA.
This is good stuff. A good suggestion to add would be practice at home. Have a mental picture of how your chain threads around the derailleur (love spell check), try out that chain-breaker on an old chain, and tweak the shift when you start to get misses right away. On some clincher tires, I have to use tools to make the final pass with a remount on the tire. I always carry a two finger piece of scrub pad on the inside of tire to catch the wire wickers and thorns without impaling my fingers. Credit cards work too.
I'm just starting out on my Cycling journey. Thank you for your awesome videos. They are full of excellent advice, all of which will come in handy on my adventures. Please keep them coming!
Not bad tips. A couple of things though. When I put the inner tube back into the tyre, I pop some air into it. Not a great deal, but once you pop the tyre back on the wheel, this bit of air will stop pinch flats. With the chain. When you reconnect the chain, make sure that the bike is in the small gear at the front and high gear at the back. The two smallest cogs. This means that your rear deralier will be flat and you wont have to pull the two chain halves together. One other tip. I carry an old toothpaste tube that has been top and tailed, a few zip ties and a stout needle and thread. If you have a tyre wall go, place the bit of toothpaste tube inside your tyre, covering the hole. Sew it in place so that the two halves around the split are pulled together, just like a doctor would do. Pop your partially inflated tube in and fit the tyre to the bike. Use cable tie or electrical tape to secure the tye to the rim by wrapping over the repair several times. This will get you home.
Another great video! If you’re going to spend time on the bike everyone should know how to do basic repairs. It will save you time, money and a lot of headaches.
Good video ! Bike maintenance can save you a lot of money! I can do some things and I'm learning new things all the time although when I took my bike in for a service he said I put the joining link on the chain upside-down ⛓😆
Another great video. Simply breaks down the solutions. Will be sharing this video for sure! Thanks too for the series really enjoyed them all and have learnt loads! Will be revisiting some to go over things. Love your easy to access down to earth approach for beginners and yet aspiring to go further. Will look forward to your next videos!
Great series thank you so much , really enjoyed and reinspired me. Not ridden in a year and done 3 rides during your series. Very happy for you to carry on. Thank you.
A little tip I've learned from experience! When you're using the race rocket pump and screw the hose of the pump onto the valve make sure you tighten the small nut on the valve body on any new inner tubes first. I've had this happen a couple of times when I've pumped the tyre up but when I unscrewed the hose the valve also unscrewed and let all the air out! They're a bugger do screw back up! Not all tubes have nuts on but Continental definitely do. Either nip the nut up with pliers or use the attachment on the race rocket pump which fits the nut. It's the grey attachment on the end of the pump.
I wondered what you meant so just had a look at my pump... who knew, it has a presta valve core tool in the end, it's in the back of the grey cap just like you said!! I always wondered what the 2 'nail nicks' were on that (to pry it off with your nails of course!) Well you've helped at least one other rider with your comment, thanks Anthony!
Katie - great mini-series - loving the outtakes - how about a behind the scenes series on how you plan, film, and edit etc. - I can't remember if you have done any videos in the past on this topic, even though I have watched most of them and obviously I'm too idle to search through the list :-)
Thanks for the videos Katie, from someone whom is starting out on this new era of my life, I have been watching your videos in hope to iron out a few bad habits. Thanks again, hopefully you can shed some light on the difference between the 3d 15d 20d chamois, as I have heard the thickness Is dependent on the saddle used.... Never mind keep up with the enlightenment.
Katie, how to fix flat in the rear wheel?! Because we will have to remove the gears right? Try to cover it in a future video maybe 😉 thanks for your informative videos!
Oh no!!! 😱, Last one??? Seriously though, thank you for this beautiful and helpful series of videos. I have really enjoyed helpful tips. Touch wood I never have to repair a broken chain link. 👍👍👍
Crackin’ video Glad you showed outtakes....never believed you rolled the tyre back on 😂 It would have been even better if you had done the rear wheel as that is the one that worries most getting it out and back in correctly 👍
I did my first 25 miler that wasn't flat the other day, I'd been putting if off. Thanks for the motivation. Awesome series of vlogs, thanks very much :-)
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That was undeniably the simplest, the most to-the-point and the best tutorial that any beginner can receive on these essential tasks. THANK YOU for not running down your resume, for not hoisting praise upon yourself regarding all your experience, for not talking to the audience like they were a bunch of engineers. Most RUclipsrs are poor teachers and spend 75% of the time explaining the science behind something as simple as changing a flat and leave out critical information like making sure the tire is clear of anything that can hurt your new tube. You did an excellent job. You can't see me right now Katie, but I'm applauding you from New York! 👏
I am 61 yrs old. And believe it or not, because of you, i am now going to get into cycling. I'm only 5'3, so i hope i can find a nice endurance bike for myself. At this age, the main thing is to keep moving, so you have inspired me to do just that. I'm certainly not interested in racing or keeping up with the pack. I'm more of a loner, so i would prefer, long leisure rides by myself, sought of like bicycling meditation. So, let me take this opportunity to thank you so much for the inspiration, and your humorous and optimistic outlook on life. Wishing you the very best, health and happiness!!!
I've found that after putting the tube back into the tyre, a little bit of air into the tube prevents it pinching as you get the tyre onto the rim fully before fully inflating the tyre.
top tip!
Katie you have made me love cycling more and more. I love your bike fixing videos and seeing your bike packing has inspired me. I'm just recovering from a road traffic accident car vs bicycle 😔 it's not put me off and I have got your e book to look at as well. Please make some more videos 👍❤
The one defining feature that makes these videos really shine, beside their being--of course--well-filmed and helpful--is your continued demystifying of what goes into having a good time on a bike. I watch a lot--maybe too many--cycling videos, and like many (I presume) I suffer through some braggadocio and bravado and implicit elitism and, I mean, you're an accomplished cyclist but you don't come off as needing to prove anything. It's relaxing and makes the helpful videos that much more appealing.
Thanks for the tips! I didn't even think of taking my chain-breaking tool on rides (my multitool doesn't have one...I don't think?), but that makes total sense (and I take speed links anyway).
Cheerio!
Great series Katie!! Would be helpful to a lot of new riders to show the rear tire - how to remove it and put it back on as most don’t understand or know how to move the rear derailleur to get the tire back on or what chain ring in the front and what gear on the cassette they should be in .
Set gears to small chain ring/smallest sprocket
Ya know what, My daughter asked if she could come out with me on the bike, she's not been able to go to the gym because all closed due to the Covid 19 virus. She used her husband's bike, anyway she loved it, I said if you really want to get into road bike cycling I'll treat you to a road bike. She got a bike and I passed your site on to her telling her you discussed all things cycling. But this last vid you've done, doing a puncture, chain repair, sorting your gears out will be really helpful to her..and showing a female can do all these with ease. Cheers.
I met a nice couple at a roadside stop once and we had a nice chat.
Later 5 miles down the road, I stopped to fix a flat when they came driving up very worried that I might need rescue.
Thanking them, I said 'No, it's all just par for the course'.
I'll ask and appreciate motorist or other riders who pause to see if you are okay.
Hi Katie, I have been watching your videos for about 6 months and am loving this series :-) I have been only riding a road bike for about a year and before that lots of years on hybrids - your videos have made me feel normal instead of not knowing how to do all the stuff 'proper' cyclists do!
35 years racing bikes but still enjoy these videos. Nice job Katie!
Also, lovely accent :)
I put air in the new inner tube by blowing it by mouth so it won't snap.
I've been a bit out of riding for a while now.. I give each new tube a dusting of talcum powder.. Then a shot inside the (unmounted) tire, rolling the tire slowly in my hands to let the dash of powder flow around the inside of the tire.. This adds a bit of anti-friction, which helps taking the tire on & off.. As a bonus, when you get a puncture, most times there is a tail-tale of white dust to mark the spot!
... I have learned the hard way if you have tubeless tires ... you need to carry a "valve removal" tool ... the valve will clog up at low pressures ... and 3-5 lbs will prevent you from removing the tire from the rim (I lashed/cut my tire 1/2-3/4 " long It tried to seal but I was (5)m into a starting a "metric" ... "SAG" picked me up) ... Great Video ... most riders do not think about a broken chain ... my multi-tool has a chain press tool and I do carry "Quick-links" !!!
Every rider needs to volunteer for "SAG" ... you learn so much ... and you need to "payback" the "SAG" for your fellow riders ... and you ...
As someone who's done quite a bit of riding these have still been extremely helpful
I already encountered a lot of roadside troubles since I started riding in 1986, from flat tire/puncture, broken spoke, snapped chain and other minor troubles, good thing, I know how to fix them and likewise have some important tools and handy spares inside my saddle bag...
Very educational for newbie cyclists as I'm sure this will help a lot of people be prepared if something happens. 👍
Your videos are becoming very valuable. The shifting issue is I always face if I ever remove my rear wheel for cleaning.
Little tip: mark the tyre & tube (with chalk) at the valve, when you find the hole in the tube, reference it back to the tyre using the chalk mark to easily find the thorn or whatever caused the puncture (it'll still most likely be in the tyre) and dig or pull it out.
Sorry last comment, if you continue this series (which I hope you do), could you do a video on how to find people to ride with. Being a beginner its hard to find a community that isn't far more advanced in distance they ride, length they ride, and all their intensely nice bikes. Its hard to find a beginner community that is on your level or closer to it. All the best!
If you're in the UK try letsride.co.uk social and/or guided rides. Various length rides, all sorts of bikes, different days, usually include a cafe stop. A beginner might want to avoid the rides run by the bike clubs until you're less of a beginner. Rides start again 4 July.
@@teddyedward5529 Thanks for the tip, I am in Santa Barbara, California
Katie the new RJ The Bike Guy!!!
I was impressed at you dexterity with which you tended your bike, you really have it within you by now! 😃💯; I am ashamed to admit I could not have been capable of repair a snapped chain so straight to replay the video I go. It a yes for me, a weekly video on the same note as those passed will do us all good, I rather enjoyed my time watching them 😄 keep up the good work Katie ! 🚵♂️🌞🌈
After watching your videos last night, I went out for the first time in about 2 years today. You gave me the push. Thanks
Lovely video series Katie. You've put a lot of effort into this. It also makes people just go out and ride....
Great video Katie. I nearly always carry a spare chain link and the one time my chain broke in 25 years of cycling I was visiting my parents in Yorkshire and I'd forgot my saddle bag with tools. Only had a multitool and spare tubes borrows from a friend. Had to phone my dad to pick me up when my chain snapped 🤣
Haha it’s always the way... the one time! Lesson learned eh.
Just a little tip don't forget the small retaining ring holding the valve on the rim, when I was young could not get a tube out, so used a hammer, bent the valve, did not undo or see the retaining ring. My father buried my bike under 30 ton of stone in the back garden to teach me a lesson. I also pump up tube to test before fitting wheel on bike, and deflate the tyre so I do not have to adjust the brakes, then pump up when wheel back on. Did the Holme Moss Loop today, thoroughly enjoyed, thanks to your video gave me encouragement to try, cheers Katie.
I don't want this series to end😔
Love your Ribble!
I have been a cyclist for over 40 years, from daily commuting to fast roadbike trips, mountain biking, and trekking on fully loaded bikes. Almost everything that can brake, has been broken. Even frame, saddle, and fork. But I never ever had a snapped chain. :-)
In 40 years! Consider yourself very lucky, or perhaps not if you had frame and fork failure!
Don't push the pin all the way out of the last link. Then you can line up the last link with the link at the other end of the chain, and use the chain tool to push the pin back and connect the two ends. Another useful video, thanks.
Excellent video and series congratulations this was more than helpful to younger cyclists and beginners.
Perfect timing again, Katie! I’m 2 weeks in on my road bike after nearly 30 years away from cycling and your straightforward tutorials are a Godsend. :) In this case, my rear derailleur on the Almighty Trek Domane needed a tweak and I couldn’t quite remember where to adjust. Thanks again!
Loved the bit where you said about use plastic tyre levers as it reminded me of childhood where I used to use table spoon handles and my gran would shout at me
Thanks Katie, I'm loving all your videos & your earthy Yorkshire lass nature is so refreshing. The timing of this video could not have been better! I've just replaced the chain on my bike & noticed it was skipping during last night's test - collective consciousness at work, thank you 🙏🏻
Exactly that! Glad it was helpful for ya :)
I was out on a ride last Sunday and a friend got a pinch flat. He'd forgotten to put his saddle bag on his bike, but fortunately I always carry two spare inner tubes (fortunately the same size) and tire levers. It's been a great video series Katie. Always informative and entertaining. Your production on them is really coming on. Take care.
I love your video and I Would love to have your book
Good vlog.... one little tip.... if you squeeze both tyre beads into the centre / "V" of the rim and work the tyre towards you ... you can actually get a few millimeters extra slack to get the tyre off or onto the rim...
Also should you lose a link and your chain is too short you can set the stop screw on your rear deraileur to not go onto the largest cog on cassette.... you will lose the easiest gear but it will get you home 👍
Massively enjoyed this series! Thanks for putting so much time and effort into doing this, I'm not a begginer by any means and I still enjoy watching and picking up tips from other cyclists
Really awesome videos showing all of us beginners the basics we need to know as we start out our cycling journey. Will help us to stay away from many mistakes everyone learns the hard way. Very nice and thoughtful content. Thanks a million Katie 👌🏻
Hi Katie I've been commuting for 10 weeks and am loving it, great informative videos
Amazing!!! Well done Tony! :)
The way you make and talk in the videos, I almost felt "Wow, Katie vlogs with such ease" but watching those bloopers in the end, is a realisation for me. Good job Katie for all the wonderful content.
Hahaha I aint perfect that's for sure! :)
Thanks you are much better than GCN they all fancy expensive bikes and posing you have a more what the ordinary rider wants to hear and see common sense approach that doesn’t put new or seasoned riders off 👍🏼 and yes please more cycling tips
After ordering my new North Road cycle and awaiting delivery watching your 10 very helpful videos has certainly got me hyped up for some serious hill climbs. I am very new to cycling, your channel is a great help. Thank you. November had better bring some sunshine #lastofthelight
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You randomly appeared in my RUclips feed 2 days ago, and I’m very glad! Thank you for being down to earth and welcoming. You have inspired me to get out on the bike again after a very long time. I have been out twice this week, literally after seeing your video and, ahhh, I forgot how great it is! 😊🚴♀️ Keep safe and well x
Esther this makes me so happy! So glad you're out enjoying it again! x
Love your tips, weekly or fortnightly will be good. I dread the day I get a puncture, as getting back into cycling after 30 plus year have caused me to forget, but your tips have given me more confidence to know what to do!
Thank you Katie for making this,You made it simple for the average cyclist! Every other video I have seen makes you think you need a whole toolbox to do these simple repairs! I dont have barrel adjusters on my gears though!
Just make sure when snapping the speed link together the link is on the top. If it's on the bottom between the pulley wheels and chainrings it will not work. Trust me I've tried 😂
Hi Katie,
Great Video!
Thanks a lot!
Just 2 additional comments when it comes to changing a flat tyre:
1. Always put the Brand Name of your tyre at the Level of your valve, so it is much easier to find the valve quickly.
2. Always slightly inflate the New inner Tube and knead it before inserting. Makes life much easier.
I say YES to a weekly series!
On changing tires, it can help to put some air in the offending tube to find the puncture before taking the tire all the way off. Then, using the valve and valve hole as a guide search the area where the tube was punctured immediately.
Secondly, the rim has a little low spot, or channel, in the middle where the tube sort or lays. Tucking the bead into it opposite of where you're working will help get the tire on easier. It's probably not really necessary with bicycle tires but I do it any way and it is a big help on motorcycle tires.
Lastly, always be gentle with it. If you're struggling excessively there's something wrong with your technique. But it can be hard to know how much is excessive without experience. Regardless, taking ones time will prevent puncturing the tube with the tire lever(s).
Ok this is the one I need the most, hate to admit it. Thanks for the whole series!
WoooH! My tires never go back on that easy!
Its been an enjoyable 10 video series even for me who doesn't road ride. I ride a mountain bike on cycleways and a bit of mountain bike park
I have absolutely loved this series. I really hope you continue. The short video length is great and the content is so helpful! You have done a great job putting a lot of info, humour and class into your videos! Thank you. Today I went to buy my quick links and I didn't know what size I needed lol so a heads up to other newbies, they are different sizes! Thanks to some of the comments I will be adding disposable gloves to my little saddle bag. I do remember you mentioning them in a rainy video as a layer under gloves. Thanks again, watching from New Zealand.
I also ordered a two pack of the hiplok cable ties! I was amazed that they were $30NZD for a two pack. I was worried they would be really expensive!
Thanks so much for this, really glad you liked them. I will defo carry them on! :) Also, would love to send you a copy of my ebook! :) Email me with your details to hello@ilikemountains.cc xx
@@KatieKookaburra have sent an email to you now. 🥰 thank you!
As a newly returned old to cycling I hadn’t a clue on tyres! I ordered a bike with Gatortyres ( I think). Went on a gravel track and got 23 punctures in 3 yards! I chose these tyres as the said they were bullet proof etc....wrong! Now got proper tyres and enjoying my bike. Like most things these days it way too complicated and money driven.
For cable adjustment, just turn the barrel in the direction you want the chain to go. Want to to shift to the large cog? Turn adjuster toward the large cog, which would be left, looking from the back!
Yes please more videos on the bike
If you flat near a fence take advantage of it. It will make a great place to set your rim on while you work on the repair.
Well done Katie, a really useful set of videos. I love the outtakes at the end.
Easy to listen to and intuitive for seasoned and new riders. Love the new series
Great Video series Katie. I’m just getting in to road biking and I absolutely love it, lost a stone already. Your videos have given me loads of great tips to get me started. Really love the feel and colour grade of your edits they’re really nice to watch. Keep up the good work 🚲👍🏻
Very handy style of video Kate.
Awesome vlog Katie, simple to understand - Thankyou my front quick realease feels really tight the lever certainly did not push down as easy as yours
Great video Katie detailed explanations & great demonstrations 👍
So many good tips Katie! Thanks for sharing!
Great advice,I’ve always wanted to know how to fix a flat tyre and not feel stupid at the road side!!Love your videos 🚴♀️
You really should carry on with more videos, you produce great content! You give me motivation to ride my bike!
Excellent video Katie as always.
Thank you for all those educational videos.
I have only been following you for a short time, but I am curious about what is to come.
Am planning a big trip through Europe (by bike) myself.
Maybe you will see me on the way.
But until then I will continue to follow you.
Good luck and above all a lot of fun.
Greetings Reinhard from Holland
Great content, thanks! As a novice I need videos like this - haven’t had any mechanicals yet but that day will come! That chain repair does look daunting, I’ll have to practice all three skills I suppose. I would welcome weekly vlogs, thanks! 😃
Simple and easy to understand, always your way 👍👍
just watched. Been catching some of the older vids. Love the countryside you ride. You are brave riding some of those dangerous roads. So many autos. Best regards. Todd. All the way from Springfield, TN, USA.
This is good stuff. A good suggestion to add would be practice at home. Have a mental picture of how your chain threads around the derailleur (love spell check), try out that chain-breaker on an old chain, and tweak the shift when you start to get misses right away. On some clincher tires, I have to use tools to make the final pass with a remount on the tire. I always carry a two finger piece of scrub pad on the inside of tire to catch the wire wickers and thorns without impaling my fingers. Credit cards work too.
I'm just starting out on my Cycling journey. Thank you for your awesome videos. They are full of excellent advice, all of which will come in handy on my adventures. Please keep them coming!
I'm pretty new to the sport and you've helped me out a lot. Cheers
Not bad tips. A couple of things though. When I put the inner tube back into the tyre, I pop some air into it. Not a great deal, but once you pop the tyre back on the wheel, this bit of air will stop pinch flats. With the chain. When you reconnect the chain, make sure that the bike is in the small gear at the front and high gear at the back. The two smallest cogs. This means that your rear deralier will be flat and you wont have to pull the two chain halves together. One other tip. I carry an old toothpaste tube that has been top and tailed, a few zip ties and a stout needle and thread. If you have a tyre wall go, place the bit of toothpaste tube inside your tyre, covering the hole. Sew it in place so that the two halves around the split are pulled together, just like a doctor would do. Pop your partially inflated tube in and fit the tyre to the bike. Use cable tie or electrical tape to secure the tye to the rim by wrapping over the repair several times. This will get you home.
Another great video! If you’re going to spend time on the bike everyone should know how to do basic repairs. It will save you time, money and a lot of headaches.
Another brilliant video, Katie. Thank you!
Good video ! Bike maintenance can save you a lot of money! I can do some things and I'm learning new things all the time although when I took my bike in for a service he said I put the joining link on the chain upside-down ⛓😆
Before I put the tyre back on I do just put a tiny bit of air in the tube, just to further reduce the chance of pinching the inner tube
Very useful video - Thanks very much
Very good video! Loved the series of 10. 👍
Another great video. Simply breaks down the solutions. Will be sharing this video for sure! Thanks too for the series really enjoyed them all and have learnt loads! Will be revisiting some to go over things. Love your easy to access down to earth approach for beginners and yet aspiring to go further. Will look forward to your next videos!
Yay! A video on my suggestions list! Very helpful thank you! A very clear and concise demonstration. Keep going!
Great series thank you so much , really enjoyed and reinspired me. Not ridden in a year and done 3 rides during your series. Very happy for you to carry on. Thank you.
Love you Katie. Keep up the work.
Great video. Easy and precise tips, easy to follow for anyone. Keep ‘em coming. 😊👍🏼🚴🏼♂️
The quality of this series is just superb. Love your films
Thanks so much!
A little tip I've learned from experience! When you're using the race rocket pump and screw the hose of the pump onto the valve make sure you tighten the small nut on the valve body on any new inner tubes first. I've had this happen a couple of times when I've pumped the tyre up but when I unscrewed the hose the valve also unscrewed and let all the air out! They're a bugger do screw back up! Not all tubes have nuts on but Continental definitely do. Either nip the nut up with pliers or use the attachment on the race rocket pump which fits the nut. It's the grey attachment on the end of the pump.
I wondered what you meant so just had a look at my pump... who knew, it has a presta valve core tool in the end, it's in the back of the grey cap just like you said!! I always wondered what the 2 'nail nicks' were on that (to pry it off with your nails of course!) Well you've helped at least one other rider with your comment, thanks Anthony!
great video your info is vert helpful.I have schwalbe tires hard to get on the rim but a little massage helps with the last bit.Enjoy your content.🚲🇨🇦
Katie - great mini-series - loving the outtakes - how about a behind the scenes series on how you plan, film, and edit etc. - I can't remember if you have done any videos in the past on this topic, even though I have watched most of them and obviously I'm too idle to search through the list :-)
If you pump up the old tube and find the hole you can line up with the tyre to get the position of the puncture
Thanks for the videos Katie, from someone whom is starting out on this new era of my life, I have been watching your videos in hope to iron out a few bad habits. Thanks again, hopefully you can shed some light on the difference between the 3d 15d 20d chamois, as I have heard the thickness Is dependent on the saddle used.... Never mind keep up with the enlightenment.
Katie, how to fix flat in the rear wheel?! Because we will have to remove the gears right? Try to cover it in a future video maybe 😉 thanks for your informative videos!
No, you remove the back wheel and the gears (cassette) are attached
Another great video! The rolling of the tyre to get it back on is really helpful. Cheers Katie!
After five years of riding I got taught this last month and it's bloody genius!!!!! Haha, always learning eh! x
Oh how i love a bit of maintenance! We need this in our lives 🙂 Cheers K
Oh no!!! 😱, Last one??? Seriously though, thank you for this beautiful and helpful series of videos. I have really enjoyed helpful tips. Touch wood I never have to repair a broken chain link. 👍👍👍
Great helpful videos for starters!
Crackin’ video Glad you showed outtakes....never believed you rolled the tyre back on 😂 It would have been even better if you had done the rear wheel as that is the one that worries most getting it out and back in correctly 👍
Practice at home. Chain on smallest sprocket, open brake with the small catch on the brake, unfasten axle. The wheel should pull out
Oh Katie. Center the Michelin label on the tire with the valve stem.
I did my first 25 miler that wasn't flat the other day, I'd been putting if off. Thanks for the motivation. Awesome series of vlogs, thanks very much :-)
Great series of videos, Katie. They've been informative and entertaining. Thank you.
Great videos Katie, keep them coming. Done my first 50 miles today.