- 1). Try hanging your bike from a hook. This won't damage the front wheel, and it will help keep the tires in better shape if you don't plan to ride the bike for a while. It also saves floor space.
- 2). Store your bike in an unheated garage if you plan to ride in cold weather conditions. Bringing a cold bike into a warm house invites major condensation buildup, which in turn could cause your frame to rust.
- 3). Store your bike away from the refrigerator - freon can prematurely age tires.
- 4). Understand that if your bike falls over on the drive side, you can damage the rear derailleur or the derailleur hanger. See "How to Check a Bike's Hanger Alignment," under Related eHows.
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