Best on trail derailleur repairs Plus DIY Derailleur hanger alignment tool
Best on trail, trailside derailleur repair fix for missed shifts and bonus RJ the bike guy DIY derailleur hanger alignment tool instead of Park Tool. MTB shifting fixes while on the trail.
This video focuses on how to fix shifting problems while out on the trail when the drive train previously worked properly. Because mountain bike derailleurs are really complicated, addressing most probable causes first can help avoid making the problem worse by attempting to "adjust" things that aren't causing the problem. Each of the fixes I suggest here have been experienced by me, although, it may have taken me a little while to figure them out :-).
This isn't a tutorial on setting up and adjusting a derailleur's limit screws, indexing or shop troubleshooting. If there's enough interest I can do one of those later. It's a straightforward process but can be intimidating in the beginning. In this video, the scenario is that during your ride shifting gets worse and you don't know why.
Shout out to RJ the bike guy. I built his DIY derailleur hanger alignment tool to ensure my bikes mech hanger was straight once I got back to the shop. I include a brief summary of what goes into making one today. Here's a link to his video: • How To Make A Derailleur Hanger Alignment ...
Part list for your own tool:
M10 50 1.0 bolt
2 M10 1.0 nuts
5 flat washers
10mm or 25/64" metal drill bit
16" 3/4" square tubing
#mtblife #singletrack #mtb
Instagram: / trailbreaker01
Music courtesy of the Free YouTube Music Library and www.audionautix.com
Thank you for supporting my channel! If you liked this please give it a thumbs up!
Ask questions and comment. Lets chat!!
And if you're like me and refuse to act your age [I'm not young :)], please SUBSCRIBE!!!