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I got a rock in my wheel and am looking for suggestions on the best way to remove it without creating any more damage. I think it's put the wheel out of balance
Don't ever use a crowbar on presision cycling equipment. Better to clamp the blue bit between a couple of 2X4s with nails, suspend the bike from a rafter beam and then turn the pedals as fast as you can, centrifical force should dislodje the rock. If that doesn't work then spin the pedals faster and jently introduce a hard object , a hammer, to the rock. Works 99% of the time.PomPilot said:Got a crowbar?
roscoe said:don't worry about it, if you keep riding without tires long enough you'll just catch more rocks anyways
pferreira said:I think you are going to need a torch for that one! But be careful not to melt the "Revenge of the NERDS" boots!!!
Good Luck
Gawdd don't give 'em the idea.cydswipe said:Park Tool makes the Shimano rock removal tool. It retails for $39.99. It comes in blue, very nice.
Knowing my luck the rock would go upwards, right through the crystal chandelier.mimason said:face the rear wheel in the direction of a window, pick up the rear wheel approx 6" off the ground and pedal vigorously. This may require assistance from another boot wearer.
Sojourneyman said:You also should start riding with tires.