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SECTION C. MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDING ......61-64
O-Road Riding ...................................................... 61
Bike Types ................................................................ 61
Inspection and Maintenance Routines .................... 61
Suspension ..............................................................62
Jumping ...................................................................62
Stay In Control .........................................................62
Downhill and Lift-Serviced Riding ...........................62
Shifting Gears While Pedaling .................................63
Freeride and Downhill Riding ................................. 64
SECTION D. INSPECT FOR SAFETY ..........66-76
1. Understanding Metals ..........................................67
2. Understanding Composites (Carbon Fiber) .......... 72
3. Understanding Components ................................ 74
Bicycle Lifespan ....................................................... 76
Useful Life of Lightweight Frames .......................... 76
SECTION E. MAINTENANCE .................... 77-82
30 Day Service ......................................................... 77
Cleaning ................................................................... 77
Preventing Corrosion ...............................................77
Lubrication ..............................................................78
Tightening Torques .................................................. 78
Repair/Work Stands ................................................ 79
Protect From Extreme Temperatures ......................79
RIding Through Water .............................................79
Applying Frame Protection ..................................... 80
Water Bottles ......................................................... 82
SECTION F. LIMITED WARRANTY .............. 83
Cannondale Limited Warranty.................................83
Product Registration .............................................. 84
Serial Number ......................................................... 84
SECTION G. PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST .............. 87
APPENDIX
A. Cannondale BB30
Standard Bicycle Frames ................................... 88
B. Maximum Fork Length ...................................... 89
C. Care And Maintenance Of
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts .................................... 90
D. Care And Maintenance Of
Carbon Fiber Forks And Stems .......................... 94
E. Bicycle Racks ..................................................... 98
F. Using Bicycle Trainers ....................................... 100
Trainers: Risks To Children
G. Bicycle Lights .....................................................101
H. Foreign Objects (Riding Hazard) ....................... 102
Check for related info
in all three areas:
PART 1, PART II,
and the
APPENDIX.