Triathlon season is rapidly approaching for most triathletes! If you’ve been riding all winter or are brushing the cobwebs off, take the time to learn about/be reminded of a replacement timeline for the parts on your beloved road/tri bike. Whether Kerrville Tri is the only race on your calendar or you’ll close out your tri season on the most scenic triathlon course in Texas, the below replacement recommendations will help ensure your trusted ride is ready to roll when you exit T1. Keep in mind, every triathlete’s replacement timeline is different. If you ride more frequently replace your parts sooner.

Tune up: once a year or as needed

Cables replaced: replace every six months or as needed

Tires: 2500 miles

Tubes: until they flat

Chain: 10-speed: every 2000 miles; 9-speed or less: every 2500 miles

Cassette: replace every 15,000 miles (if the chain is replaced regularly)

Bottom bracket: replace when loose or rough

Brake pads: replace when worn halfway through

Bearings: replace when rough

Carbon bars and seat post: replace every 1.5-2 years.

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Find yourself in need of some maintenance? Contact City Limit Cycles in Austin or Jack and Adam’s Fredericksburg.