Q: How can I stop black marks from getting all over my water bottles? If there is no solution, how can I get rid of the marks? — Keith L. COACH FRED: Those marks are tough to remove. Try a little scouring powder on a sponge or a Brillo pad. Be careful, because scrubbing could…
Q: No matter what I try, the water in my bike bottles tastes terrible after an hour or so of riding. Is there any way to eliminate the plastic undertones? — Roy W. COACH FRED: There are several reasons why water might take on a bad flavor. With old bottles, the plastic taste often seems…
Question: I was 10 miles from home when my cassette stopped working — the cogsspun freely without powering the bike. I had to hitch a ride. Is there a fix that would have let me continue riding? — Blake N. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Even the best equipment goes south occasionally, so it pays to…
