Your Turbo Trainer Could Be Trashing Your Bike! | Maintenance Monday |
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Many of us park up our bikes onto the turbo trainer in the winter, never to see the outdoors until the spring. But this doesn't mean you can leave bike maintenance alone, it still needs love and attention! Manon and Alex show you some top tips to keep your bike in great condition, and how not to destroy your bike on the turbo trainer!
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