Friday Pro Tips

It's been over a week, but this is all I have time for.

1) Use disposable wipes to clean your bike. They're especially good for cleaning the chain. Your hands stay clean in the process. Household or auto parts store wipes are better, but baby butt wipes will do.

2) If you get a flat clincher out on the road and are stuck needing a tire lever, use your quick-release.

3) You can cook a baked potato or a sweet potato by microwaving it for about five minutes, then wrapping it in aluminum foil and letting it sit for a few more.

4) To thread a new cable through a frame with internal routing, use a spoke to fish the free end of the cable out.

5) Pin the last digit (left side, first for right side) of your number even with your last rib.

6) To avoid getting cat hair on your clothes, avoid cats and people who own cats.

7) Lip balm can be used on your neck when you forget sunscreen.

8) Real Estate newspapers from the vestibules of stores are great for windblock under the jersey if you get caught in the cold. Keep some in your car for chilly race mornings too.

9) Trainers make great repair stands.

10) If your bike starts creaking suddenly, try re-seating the front wheel in the fork.

Thanks for reading.