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Mechanical Parts & Concepts of Mountain Bikes

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Learn how to identify and adjust the mechanical components of a mountain bike in this free online video clip about mechanical parts and concepts of mountain bikes

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Tags: mountain, bike, sports, bikes, bicycles, bicycling

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Summary: Mountain biking is not only a fun hobby but it can also be a great cardiovascular workout. Biking through rough terrain and shrubbery on driven trails is a test of stamina and requires conscious awareness of one's surroundings at all times. The modern sport of biking primarily originated in the 1970's and has gotten more and more popular since then. Today it is more popular than ever. With the health boom of the late 90's cycling has gained massive momentum as a legitimate sport.

Sometimes things just go wrong with bikes. It is a mechanical device with moving parts after all so maintenance is needed regularly and in this free video clip series some of the most common failings of mountain bikes is addressed. This includes the chain, the shifter and the derailleur. All of these things and more are addressed by, Mickey Denoncourt, our expert who has been working on bikes for years. Here he will walk you step by step through each adjustment and repair so you aren't just a rider, you're a mechanic too!

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Expert: Mickey Denoncourt received a degree in applied physiology from Hampshire College in Amherst, Massachusetts. Mickey is a Category 3 road racer, Semi-professional DH mountain bike racer and avid BMX bike racer. He owns Spooky Bikes (www.spookybikes.com)

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