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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
Gravity Freeride and Downhill Riding
(and other xtreme forms of 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
GT Limited Warranty ...............................................83
Product Registration .................................................84
Serial Number ...........................................................84
GT Authorized Distributors (02/14) ........................85
Australian Consumer Law
(Limited Warranty/Australia) ...................................87
SECTION G. PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST 89
APPENDIX
A. Cable Detangler ..................................................90
B. Maximum Fork Length ........................................91
C. Care And Maintenance Of
Carbon Fiber Seat Posts ......................................92
D. Care And Maintenance Of
Carbon Fiber Forks And Stems ...........................96
E. Bicycle Racks .....................................................100
F. Using Bicycle Trainers .......................................102
Trainers: Risks To Children
G. Pegs .....................................................................103
OWNER NOTES/RECORD ..............104
Check for related info
in all three areas:
PART 1, PART II, and the APPENDIX.
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