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Another day exploring local River paths. The beautiful and might Ottawa River.

Exploring new routes in the area. Found so many places worth of pictures but this one was especially nice. Gatineau River.

Hesitant to name the brand since the frame and the front derailleur are the only things that are original.

I love this beast

2017 Norco Search Carbon

Well since we are farming, I love Bitcoin topics but came to nostr to post about cycling topics that I am passionate about.

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"Tech enthusiast with a passion for gravel cycling in and around urban areas . Sharing adventures, hacks, tech tips, and more"

Just had a wheelie close call with nature's own ninja, Mr. Squirrel, on my morning ride through the urban jungle.

Picture this: I'm pedaling when out of nowhere, this fluffy-tailed daredevil decides to play chicken with my bike.

I swerve, he jukes, back and forth and back again.

But somehow we both live to tell the tale.

Moral of the story? Always expect the unexpected when you're on two wheels, because squirrels apparently have a death wish and a need for speed.

Remember, cyclists: Brake for coffee, not for squirrels.

For anyone that is curious, once a chain has been hot-waxed properly with wax (and a bit of teflon) the cleaning is easy. Just remove big dirt and grime with a chain cleaner filled with water and a touch of soap.

Then remove the chain and immerse and swirl it in very hot (near boiling) water for a minute. Immediately wipe the chain down with a clean rag to remove any residual dirt and water.

Hang the chain to air dry and reattach to bike when ready.

I find it best to keep two chains in rotation so that i am not tempted to keep riding a dirty chain. Dirt in the bushings is the chain killer.

How often to clean? Depends on the conditions but I go by sound. The chain sounds louder when it needs to be cleaned. I never go more than 200km max (a week or so) without cleaning and usually much sooner than that.

Highly recommend Wipperman Chains for long life and amazing quick connects.

hot waxed chain #2 fresh out of hot water cleaning after dusty trail ride. quick wipe down and it is shiny and quiet again for the next 100 or so.