Monthly Archives: September 2010

Why torque wrenches are a must have!

Not to long ago it was the fastners on a bike that were the weakest link.  It was fairly common to see snapped bolts or stripped threads while servicing a bike, but not anymore.

With the flood of Carbon fibre and light weight aluminum onto our shores – it is becoming far more common to see bikes and components cracking.

One hasty ‘ham-fisted’ pre-race moment and you could reduce your prized bike or weight saving component to a very expensive paper weight.

Come and visit BMC and view our multiple examples from hairline cracks to catastrophic failure – of  ‘how not to do this’

But more importantly, the results could be disastrous! a cracked handlebar could snap right off, mid ride, leaving you with bigger trouble.

Fortunately most of the essential bolts on a bike have the specifications etched right onto them making it easier for you to tighten exactly.  All you need is a decent Torque wrench and a quick tutorial on how to use it.

Although a large number of torque wrenches are available in the market BMC uses Teng Tools Torque Wrench’s and would recommend them for their reliability and Life Time Warranty.

For availability, purchase and or instructions on how to use this indispensable tool feel free to contact us.

Die Burger

Mark your calender and start counting down the number of weekend training rides left – the 5th of December 2010 is set as the date for Die Burger –  with multiple distances there is something for everyone.

The 98km is a seeding event for the Argus – so from first timers who want to be seeded to those who suffered a catastrophic engine failure during this year’s Argus the Burger is an opportunity to improve your starting time for next year.

If you are starting out and wanting to get a feel for the cycling ‘fun ride world’ this is a user friendly place to start with either the 44km or the 15km options.

With a little training and a spirit of anticipation this is a fun one.

Entries are already open and close 22 November 2010.

www.dieburgercycletour.co.za

Safe and happy cycling