Get to Know Your Gear
Congratulations on your awesome new cycling gear! We know that you may have questions about your bike or gear, so we've compiled a list of helpful links for owner's manuals and other documents on products available at Ridley's Cycle. If you have other questions about your new product, please contact us, and we'll be happy to help.
Guides for Trek, Bontrager and Electra
Guides for Specialized
Guides for Giant, Liv, and Momentum
Guides for Ibis
Guides for Salsa
Guides for Yeti Cycles
Guides for Transition Bikes
Guides for Bianchi
Guides for Pivot
Learn More About Your Bike
Watch these helpful videos to learn important tips and tricks for working with your bicycles.
How To: Pump Your Bike Tires
Setting your bike's tire pressure correctly will give you a more comfortable ride with better grip and handling. Even better, it can help prevent flats!
How To: Clean and Lube Your Bike Chain
Squeaky, rattle-y chains and chainring tattoos are two signs that your bike chain may need a little TLC. In addition to a cleaner, quieter ride, keeping your bike chain clean and lubed is one of the best ways to extend the life of your drive train and keep your bike shifting smoothly. Even better, it’s an easy task you can do from home.
How To: Remove and Install Bike Wheels
From transporting on a rack to fixing a flat, sometimes those wheels need to come off your bike.
How To: Set Your Saddle Height
Setting the proper seat height on your bike is essential to ensure you're comfortable and getting the most power from pedalling.
How To: Fix a Flat Bike Tire
This video will show you how to get back on two wheels in no time flat.
How To: Install Bike Pedals
The bearded bike man is back to teach us how to install pedals on crank arms ‘cause you’re not getting anywhere without them.