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Industry Description: In 1999, Trek Bicycles became the first bike manufacturer outside of Europe to win the world’s most prestigious bicycle race, the Tour de France, with US Postal Service leader Lance Armstrong‘s triumphant performance. Armstrong and his unrelenting teammates race on stock Trek 5500 OCLV carbon frames, making them the only team in the Tour de France to race on frames identical to those that are available to consumers around the globe. Thanks to Optimum Compaction, Low Void (OCLV) technology, the 5500 was the world’s lightest production frameset, weighing in at a scant 912g. Later in 2002 they released improved 5500 version called 5900SL. And that’s the bike Lance road at the Tour de France 2001.

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General Inspection and Cleaning:

✅ Thorough cleaning: Your bike will be cleaned to remove dirt, grime, and dust, particularly in critical areas like the drivetrain and brakes.
✅ Safety check: The mechanic will check for any obvious safety hazards like loose bolts, worn cables, or damaged components.
✅ Tire pressure check and adjustment: Tires will be inflated to the proper pressure for your bike and riding style.

Drivetrain Optimization:

✅ Chain cleaning and lubrication: The chain will be cleaned of dirt and debris, then lubricated for smooth shifting and reduced wear.
✅ Casette and chainring cleaning: The cassette and chainrings will be cleaned to remove grime and ensure efficient power transfer.
✅ Derailleur adjustments: The derailleurs will be adjusted to ensure precise and smooth gear changes throughout the range.

Brake Adjustment and Inspection:

✅ Brake pad wear check: The mechanic will check the brake pads for wear and tear and replace them if necessary.
✅ Brake adjustment: Brakes will be adjusted for proper clearance and responsiveness.
✅ Hydraulic brakes (if applicable): Bleeding and adjustments may be performed on hydraulic brakes to ensure optimal performance.

Other Adjustments:

✅ Headset adjustment: The headset will be checked for play and adjusted for smooth steering.
✅ Bottom bracket check: The bottom bracket will be checked for play and tightness.
✅ Wheel truing: Wheels will be trued to ensure they are perfectly round and prevent rubbing against the brakes.
✅ Spoke tension check: Spoke tension will be checked and adjusted if necessary.

The specific services included in a tune-up may vary depending on the shop and your chosen tune-up. Be sure to ask the mechanic what’s included before you leave your bike.

Things to Remember:

✅ Expect to leave your bike at the shop for a few hours.
✅ The tune-up cost will vary depending on the level of service and the shop.
✅ Regular tune-ups are essential for maintaining the performance and safety of your bike.

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