A bike parked indoors beside an indoor plant.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nLeaving your bike in the garage in the winter is perfectly fine. A few things can make sure that your bike stays in good condition when you keep it in a garage. If you can hang your bike on a bike rack or hook, that\u2019ll keep it off the ground where melting snow and rain can seep in and damage your bike.<\/p>\n
As mentioned, a good cover can also protect your bike by keeping it warm and helping to keep moisture off of it. If you are a winter bike rider, be sure you\u2019re drying your bike off thoroughly and removing any salt or dirt before storing it.<\/p>\n
What Do I Do With My Bike After Winter?<\/h2>\n
If you keep your bike stored for the whole winter, you don\u2019t want to simply take it out of storage and start riding it right away. You should give your bike a thorough inspection and consider having it tuned up at your local bike shop. It\u2019s also a good idea to put some more air in your tires since they will usually deflate in the cold.<\/p>\n
Next, you\u2019ll want to apply some wax over your bike to give it some nice lubrication and help get it prepared for riding. Before you hit the road, make sure your brakes are in working order. If everything works well, you\u2019re good to go on your bike.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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