How To Store Your Road Bike Over Winter

[@peregrina7701]

"as always.... we think that washing your bike with water is much much more effective than without." I love GCN.

[@thewanderingalbatross1061]

+Beth Carroll He's referring to people who "wash" their bike with a damp rag only.

[@peregrina7701]

that's not washing, that's wiping down, but fair point.

[@jaysun3320]

Wait no damp rag is water better?

[@NielsHeldens]

i always put my summer bike in my bedroom, just for extra motivation on those cold and dark winter mornings

[@mfiola13]

Dude. I'm pretty sure that bike was spotless before you started. It is a beaut.

[@vilieto]

+Michael Fiola It looks spotless, until you get your hands and sponge on it, then you end up covered in black to your elbows.

[@JP-om3ou]

I love the subtle humor clips in the channel. Much love from the US

[@oleeinar7414]

Can watch this vid over and over again just to look at Si's bike! It is just a beaut!

[@streetlamp1267]

Don't have winter here in Southern California, just came for the bike. You're killing me Canyon!

[@altern8ive]

2:08 let any water drip out that might have got in there through "the whole season" ? either you're a poor mechanic for leaving water in there for the whole season or this is a secret Pro tip - how to meet UCI bike weights - pour water inside the frame

[@zachwong7324]

+altern8ive I mean, to be fair, water inside the frame isn't the worst thing in the world if it's a carbon bike. If you wash your bike every week, then some water might get in the frame over the season. And it's really not a big deal.

[@altern8ive]

***** water inside isn't the problem, it's where it ends up. the bottom bracket shell is the lowest point and if there's no drain hole present, or routine maintenance is poor, corrosion of the bb components is inevitable. and people wonder why their bb's creak :)

[@zachwong7324]

altern8ive Not really. In every carbon frame I've worked on, the bottom bracket is housed inside a sleeve that protects the axle from any water (or other contaminants) that might be in the frame. For pressfit bottom brackets, that's the piece of carbon that you run up against when routing internal cables. For threaded bottom brackets, just look at any bottom bracket and you'll see a tube with rubber o-rings on each side that create a seal around the crank. As for BB creaking, it's mainly from water and dirt that flushes out grease or poor tolerances by the manufacturer.

[@hectorespasandin7758]

Great video but forgot to mention to leave the rear mech in the small sproket and the front mech in the small chainring so both derailleurs have no spring tension.

[@CmichealC]

Hey Si, congrats on your recent cyclocross win, hope you enjoyed our GCN supporters club! #ItsABikeRace #BossedIt

[@brianmoore1164]

Come see us in Florida! 12 month riding season!

[@MarzNet256]

With the bike on a mechanics stand, I use a leaf blower to blow all the water off (being careful not to blow water into bearings). Use a paper towel/rag to dry the chain. If it is sunny out, just bounce the bike on the rear wheel a couple of times and let it dry in the sun.

[@TacticalDannyBoy]

That bike is so beautiful with those wheels!

[@anon0815de]

Have an Aeroad aswell, and I thought about putting it to rest over winter. I'm quite relieved that I'm not the only one who struggles with the idea :-)

[@paulhatcher4657]

My top tip is to store the bike with no tension in the gear cables. So move the chain to the smallest sprokets on rear and front sets. Then your gear cables will not be in tension for a long period of time.

[@antontkacz6693]

Love how that Winter bike is equiped with Campy super record ....

[@greedygilles]

Also good to remove chain from front ring and leave it hanging to ease the tension in the derailleur and give it a break

[@firstnamesurname7089]

Beautiful bike, Simon! I love the all black theme

[@anthonyrockwellcustodio6017]

When you're not using your bike over a long period of time, what is the best position/combination of cassette & chainring to leave it on?

[@maxw2212]

That bike + the new Zipp wheels = Absolute Bliss

[@anibaljesusdelgadillo2091]

That CANYON bike looks amazing with those ZIPP wheels.

[@Peter-om1zj]

Very good idea to leave the chain on little ring and little sprocket to relieve rear mech tension (or remove it all together) - doesn't feel right forcing it's joints and pivots and spring on full stretch for a whole winter!

[@Peter-om1zj]

Put the chain in the big ring and big sprocket then and feel all the tension and stretch on the chain and the stress on the der. joints...just saying its better for the components the other way around which seems pretty obvious so if going to store bike might as well leave it like i said

[@p2o8wer]

that's a bad ass bike. I love that bike

[@matejklimes8681]

Ha, Si is clearly moving away from DW-40-do-it-all-philosophy of yesteryear... the power of sponsorship can obviously move mountains :)

[@jayliufoto]

when you were spraying that lubricant to the drivetrain, weren't you risking getting it onto the braking surface of your wheels?

[@wesofx8148]

Can be cleaned off with isopropyl alcohol if needed.

[@WowRixter]

+MRGRUMPY53 why wouldn't lube harm a carbon or alloy brake track? It may not technically harm it, but it's not going to help braking performance. It's one of the dumbest things I've seen Si do

[@jayliufoto]

+Willy Goat I know that. but why put the wheels into the risk when regular drops of lube can do the same

[@RixterNow]

+zhongshan liu Because Si is trying to show of a sponsor's product

[@jayliufoto]

+Rixter that makes a lot of sense

[@jasongraham1186]

That bike should be stored in the Smithsonian or the Louvre over the winter not a shed! Gorgeous!

[@jbsnarayana4938]

works great, very happy with this product

[@psujimmie]

That bike is so sick!! Wow.

[@danilocapellan1316]

Beautiful bike master piece. 😮👍🏽

[@MazsolasArpad]

I'm really happy you guys mentioned steel bikes. I thought the cycling community thinks they are a disgrace.

[@kellyfreckelton712]

Simon have you completely turned your back on wd40 now #gutted

[@zachwong7324]

"Cheaper components" Cut to shot of Super Record

[@bobblehead991]

+Zach Wong GCN presenters must make a lot

[@deadbob54]

+Aran Grover sponsors

[@adrianbrunborg2905]

Hey gcn! I love your work. Keep it up:)

[@denbatt]

I need that bike in my life!

[@moriz-ej3zg]

Canyon recommend shifting into your smallest sprocket and chainring to remove any tension from the system.

[@kookamunga2458]

I think a bike should be stored with the chain on the smallest chain rings . The reason is the derailleurs are spring loaded and they should not be extended fully and stored . I am not sure about this but it makes sense .

[@66rhcp]

Cheap components? I spotted Campagnolo Record there. Do you guys wipe with £50 notes!?

[@joris_ryf]

Simon shows how to clean a clean bike...good job!!!! ;-)

[@oleeinar7414]

I could watch this vid over and over again, just to look at Si's beatiful haircut! #epichaircut

[@officialalexgames]

love them wheeles

[@D.Eldon_]

Funny! Si left greasy fingerprints all over the head tube after he lubed the headset. It really showed on that gorgeous matte black frame and makes it look way more dirty now than when he started.

[@vegantony3913]

Beautiful bike

[@thatwolffe3802]

here is a bodge for you, you can rest your bike upside down without damage if you leave microfibre clothes under the areas contacting the ground, I do this and have not scratched the frame or the levers.

[@SashaTromsa]

0:07 "... with cheaper components and full mud guards" - enter campagnolo super record... yeah, right, okay

[@maniac0303]

+Sasha Tromsa If you believe it or not: Some guys in my club ride with a campagnolo super record in winter and full mud guards!!!!?!

[@conalmckee308]

can you do a video about how to save weight from your bike eg titanium bolts and things like that

[@minidini10]

4:58 You shift with the right shifter but brake with the left shifter? Did Si set up Matt's bike back when he crashed?

[@davidbate8220]

+minidini10 Right lever for rear shifting, left lever for rear braking is the standard UK set up. Continental set up uses the right lever for rear braking

[@stuart3744]

GCN any tips on a storage problem, the winter bike is stored in my brick garage with asbestos corrugated roof, the bike is covered with sheets but no matter what if not used for weeks the chain and on top of the chain rings get rust/ staining from dampness and moisture build up. I was thinking of sitting on top of a sheet of kingspan wall insulation board for starters, I’m sure I’m not the only person that has this problem. I haven’t found you covering this topic and thought it may help lots of us if you covered it.

[@PapaJenkinz]

what a beautiful bike

[@reillystuff]

Had to exert quite a bit of effort rotating the bike upside down to drain out any potential water in the seat tube huh Si? Bet you Dan Lloyd could do it effortlessly! #LikeABoss

[@elliotm]

Along the same lines as a few of the comments here... this bike is ridiculous

[@AlexandarHullRichter]

Is Si using old inner tubes to pad his workstand clamp?

[@gcn]

+Alexandar Hull-Richter he is indeed - prevents any scratching of the bikes whilst he's working on them.

[@peregrina7701]

+Global Cycling Network I gotta remember that. I'm working on a portable folding work stand. Even though I don't have carbon components to worry about.

[@bgisa]

You should always loosen the stem bolts first before loosening the top cap bolt

[@WhenYouFlying]

can you cover your red Canyon aeroad? i think a Video like that would be much appreciated

[@TezTezTezTezTez]

was simon talking?.... I was just staring at the bike #bikeporn

[@TezTezTezTezTez]

+Sacha Giuliano haha xD

[@tubbycosmos]

Si is so excited. So much lube being applied everywhere. Shame they didn't film what happened after this.

[@LaughingSaint66]

So Si did steal those 808's 😂😂👍🚴💨

[@eyal911]

you forgot to mention the most important thing is to put the rear derailleur in the highest gear and the front derailleur in the lowest gear to reduce the pressure from the springs

[@torontoross]

Awesome bike

[@martagora7718]

best bang for the buck

[@JS-tb9hu]

Is that pink muc-off cleaner ok to use as degreaser as I just ordered some.

[@stoshels8591]

Are those old tubes on the clamp for your bike stand?

[@AlexandarHullRichter]

So your idea of a cheaper winter bike is one fitted with a Super Record 11 groqupset? I had very different ideas about winter bikes, but I like you encouraging me to be bold!

[@ISAACFLIP1989]

What happened to the wd40

[@johnhoey5406]

Si I got a new Carrera Parva Hybrid a couple months back and I'm wondering I have an old mtb on hand so should I use it as a winter bike

[@CyberSystemOverload]

Hello, is it ok to leave the bike on the wheels for a long time or should I flip it upside down? I hear flipping isnt good but I'll cushion the handlebar. I mean a long time - at least a year! Great vid thank you!

[@gregorwellard349]

Is there a reason he sprayed the degreaser on the chain with the floor behind? Bc i always do it on the casette not to "wastea any"

[@TheStringBndr]

"You might be lucky enough to have a dedicated winter bike; so one with cheaper components and full mudguards.." shows bike with campy super record rear derailleur.

[@cekpi7]

Since its cold outside, my idea was to bring bike inside, but its dirty. Is it smart to clean bike with water on -10c?

[@Gostwick]

Hey GCN what about the wheel bearings on some wheels. they need a clean and regrease too right? Can you show us how please?

[@eliopossidente7376]

Is applying a layer of paraffinum oil a good method to prevent the tyres' premature aging ?

[@chris_noswe]

So, you got a separate bike for winter trainer sessions or do you just not do that kind of training during the winter Simon?

[@lowkey6869]

I am so pissed Canyon still doesn't have a market in N. America. Simons bike is beautiful :/

[@TomsTenorHorn]

Have times changed so much ... or was it just me? When my race bike was put away for the winter it was stripped down completely with all the components polished, re-greased and not reassembled until the next season.Brake and gear cables, tubulars, chain, block, bike ribbon were always replaced and the old ones recycled onto the winter bike ...

[@anthonyclay4962]

+Mags496 Not just you! I used to do the same back when we used steel frames in the 1970's and 1980's. After The Club Hill Climb in mid October the bike was stripped as you described. It was not rebuilt until early March ready for The Club 100 mile Reliability Trial and the first race in early April. Every 2 or 3 years I would have the frame resprayed, not that the paint was damaged it was just to follow whatever the 'fashion' was at the time. Equipment design didn't change very quickly back then either, once you had a full Campagnolo Nuovo or Super Record Groupset you were sorted for at least 10 years!

[@GordonMoat]

Posh bike? Did you name your other bikes after the Spice Girls too?

[@burger19791979]

Would you not grease all the bearings before you clean it? Why clean and then grease?

[@andrewroberson3829]

I think if Si wants to present with his Batman Bike, he needs to talk in the batman voice.

[@Gritrash]

Si, you've got the bike held by the seat tube in the work stand ! I have an Ultimate cf slx and I'm pretty certain that the book supplied by Canyon with the bike says that is a no no. If I remember correctly (I'm out of the country so can't check) Canyon say to use the type of stand that supports the bike at 3 points so I've been nervous ever since when working on mine. Any opinion ? Is this likely to damage the carbon frame ?

[@gcn]

+Andrew Norton The bikes held by the seatpost which is fine. You're right though, never clamp carbon frame tubes.

[@katrine3445]

What do I do if my seatpost is too low to clamp it on there? There isn't enough space for it to clamp to the seat post so I have no choice but to clamp onto the tube..

[@jason.hayles]

Is there any harm in taking the bike apart so it uses up less room? Like storing it without the forks on?

[@howard9110]

Oh my god that Canyon BIKE POOORN

[@dianatheriault2913]

I just received a bike with Di2 and am wondering if there is anything in particular I should be aware of when I take apart the headset? Thanks.

[@theextremeofflight]

+Diana Theriault Di2 doesn't involve the headset at all, unless you wired it through it, which is only the BMC TMR's.

[@camwallcar1210]

What about packing it in to a bike box or bag.

[@theylivewesee1674]

is Hollowtech 2 best BB for alloy frame??

[@paulisasi]

Are you going to do cx videos this winter?

[@numberreyes]

Do you recommend putting the semi inflated tires with wheels on a box if i will keep my bike in the attic for a year? I am worried that my tires might get brittle if I put it with the bike. (Btw, the attic has a temp of 35-40 Celsius during the day) I live in the philippines

[@gcn]

+Jay Santos Your tyres will eventually age over time in any event so don't worry about putting them in the attic. As long as they aren't too hot and kept out of any direct sunlight they'll be fine. Hope this helps!

[@MikkelsenR]

Fibre grip or grease for alloy seatpost in carbon frame?

[@opiomelanocortin]

If any part is carbon made use fiber grip, never use grease on carbon parts :)

[@MikkelsenR]

Thanks :)

[@krysiunia]

Can I store it in a covered balcony, if I put a waterproof cover over my bike?

[@mahmoudhanafy2429]

big thanks :)

[@tonyflynn3822]

That bike reminds me of classic 80's TV show "Knight Rider". Can't think why...

[@glennoc8585]

+Tony Flynn sorry tony i can;t either mate

[@euanchalmers8995]

Simon training for guns of the peloton . With some bike lifts 👍🏻

[@maniac0303]

+euan chalmers Nowadays its an impossible mission to build up some guns with bike lifting... Especially with this kind of bikes...

[@kevinholliday3931]

Could you please update this video for bikes with disc brakes!

[@sagaroijimroi9188]

is the bike canyon cf slx?

[@Shr3dward]

Dang dude, I guess I'm just a clean freak but I take off my chain and sprockets and give them a decent clean at least thrice a year. It's the only way you can get a properly sparkly clean drivetrain.

[@hannahplumleymycarnivaladd6365]

Wish I had the money to have a winter and summer bike I just have to put up with the one and use it all year round

[@bayanmissaghi7759]

Good-looking bike! ;)

[@zzhughesd]

Help please. Exact frame and wheelset pls. Needs ordering

[@TheBony45]

+dan hug hes canyon cf slx, zipp 808 nsw

[@arthurzlol]

Wait, is yr bike a fixed gear??? How can u make the chain go backward???

[@ntfntd0]

Question here, Why is Simon only presenter who shows up in Maintenance Monday clips? Is he like the best mechanic amongst them?

[@gabrielsong7551]

That headset looks like it's never been ridden! Mine is always caked in crap ;)

[@WilliamMagnor]

Thanks for your tips Si! Really great video. However... When you're mentioning a dedicated winter bike with "cheaper components", you show a bike with what appears to be Campy Super Record rear derailleur. Is this what you recommend for winter cycling? ;)

[@kingofpapaya]

Would ride that Canyon/10

[@frugalcode]

Look at Si greasing that seat post...:))