August 15, 2016 7:37 am
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If you’re new to biking and want to take advantage of this fun and convenient method of travel, you’ll want to make sure you’re fully familiar with bike gears and what each gear does. Read on for some specifics, then if you’re in need of bike parts before you hop on a bike in Boca Raton, FL, visit our friendly, knowledgeable team at Bicycle Doctor Inc. – House Calls! Gear basics Bikes have gears so that you can pedal with overall ease regardless of terrain. The majority of bikes have from 7 to 11 gears in the back, while two... View Article
August 1, 2016 7:37 am
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Our father and ALS Though he is no longer with us, our father, Walter Kelley, lives on in our hearts. We honor his life and accomplishments and admire his bravery during his battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). ALS is also often called Lou Gehrig’s Disease. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and over time takes away a person’s ability to speak, walk, swallow and breathe. There is no known cure. After a diagnosis, a person typically lives from two to five years. In most cases, a family history of ALS is not present. Approximately 30,000 people in the United... View Article
July 15, 2016 6:12 am
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Your wheelchair is your key to the world. With this tool, you’re able to get from place to place easily. But, as anyone who’s purchased a wheelchair knows, they are a major investment. Over time, your wheelchair can begin to experience a few issues indicating it’s no longer performing at its best. Unfortunately, putting off much needed repairs for too long may leave you with no other choice but to purchase a new unit altogether. Luckily for you, your wheelchair is trying to provide you with warnings that it may be time for repair. It’s time to call Bicycle Doctor,... View Article
July 1, 2016 6:11 am
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Riding a bike is a great way to save money on gas while staying in shape from your regular morning commute. But the price tag on a new bike can be a bit intimidating when you start shopping. Used bicycles are a great way to still get the value of an expensive name brand bike at just a fraction of the price. Most used options may need to spend some time at a bike repair shop in Boca Raton, FL, but the overall cost savings is generally well worth the small investment. To help you pick the perfect bike, here... View Article
June 15, 2016 4:29 am
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One of the most common problems experienced by mountain bike owners is the shifters suddenly ceasing to work. There is a wide variety of reasons why this problem could occur, and fortunately they are almost all relatively easy to fix. However, if you are not skilled with bike repair, it’s better to let a bike repair shop in Boca Raton, FL handle the fixes so you do not end up causing any unnecessary damage. Here are a few of the most common causes of gears not working on a mountain bike: Damage to the derailleur: Shifters on a mountain bike... View Article
