{"id":20699,"date":"2021-04-14T12:50:08","date_gmt":"2021-04-14T16:50:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unframedworldc.wpenginepowered.com\/?p=20699"},"modified":"2021-04-14T12:50:08","modified_gmt":"2021-04-14T16:50:08","slug":"got-a-bike-you-love-heres-how-to-protect-it-from-rust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unframedworld.com\/?p=20699","title":{"rendered":"Got A Bike You Love? Here\u2019s How To Protect It From Rust"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Prevent Your Bike From Rusting This Spring<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With summer on its way, more bikers will be taking to the streets and trails to enjoy the outdoors and get great exercise. But even the sunny months have some weather fluctuation, whether it\u2019s thunderstorms, clouds, windy days, or sudden temperature drops.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What does this mean for your bike? Bikes are notoriously susceptible to rust damage, whether it\u2019s on the gears, brakes, shifters, and other metal components. Bike rust can shorten the lifespan of your bike, which means less sunny outdoor rides for you to enjoy. Thankfully, there are some simple ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerustproducts.com\/products\/rust-protection-for-cars\/bicycle-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">protect a bike from rust<\/a>, from proper storage to rust-prevention bicycle covers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Tips To Prevent Your Bike From Rusting<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rust forms when metal is affected by moisture and oxygen, which can happen with weather changes. Moisture can come in the form of water, but can also come through the air. If you live in a humid climate, then oxidation is very common, and rust can build up fast unless you practice <a href=\"https:\/\/unframedworld.com\/zerust-vapor-capsules-zerust-vapor-capsule\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rust prevention<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good practice to get into to prevent your bike from rusting is to wipe your bike off if it gets wet. Have a dry cloth in your garage or storage space, and wipe up the excess moisture on your bike if you get stuck in a storm or come into contact with moisture another way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another key part of rust prevention for your bike is proper storage. For seasoned bikers, this may seem obvious, but casual bikers may be tempted to leave their bike on the driveway or in a yard. This leaves your bike exposed to the outdoor elements and can accelerate rusting. Ideally, a bike should be stored in a cool, climate-controlled space, but a garage or shed can also work if that\u2019s not an option.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few basic maintenance tasks you can do, like keeping your bike lubricated. Regular lubrication makes it hard for rust and corrosion to develop, and protects your gears from the elements. Keep your bike\u2019s bearings and bushings greased, as well as your chain. It\u2019s especially important to lubricate your chain after you wash your bike, which is another good tip for warding off rust.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, performing regular tune-ups is a great way to void off rust. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bikecollectives.org\/wiki\/index.php?title=Tuning_up_a_bicycle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">bike tune-up<\/a> is an in-depth process of disassembling your bike, cleaning the parts, and re-lubricating the parts that need it. Ideally, this should be done twice a year in order to ward off damage. If you\u2019re an expert biker you may know how to do this process yourself, but bike mechanics are also a great resource for tune-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-20700 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/unframedworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/bike-cover--300x202.png\" alt=\"bike cover rust prevention\" width=\"408\" height=\"275\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 408px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 408\/275;\"><\/p>\n<h2><b>Need A More Simple Solution? Bike Covers Can Help<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All of these bike rust prevention practices work great, but if you\u2019re looking for a single, reliable solution, a bike cover may be the answer for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerustproducts.com\/products\/rust-protection-for-cars\/bicycle-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">Bicycle covers<\/a> from Zerust Products are specifically designed to ward off rust and corrosion. These covers are corrosion proof, water resistant, mold proof, and rust inhibiting. This bicycle cover protects gears, brakes, shifters, and metal components all at once by fully covering the entire bike. This is also a long-term solution, as these rust and corrosion inhibitors remain active for 5 years after the date of your purchase.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you travel with your bike often, then a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerustproducts.com\/products\/rust-protection-for-cars\/bicycle-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener sponsored\">rust prevention bike cover<\/a> is a great way to be proactive. But this cover also works for bikes that stay in garages or sheds, because it provides the peace of mind you need to know that your bike is fully protected.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-20701 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/unframedworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/zerust-logo.png\" alt=\"zerust products\" width=\"258\" height=\"88\" title=\"\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 258px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 258\/88;\"><\/p>\n<h2><b>About Zerust Products<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For nearly two decades, Zerust Products has developed and manufactured rust and corrosion prevention products for consumers around the world. They prioritize minimizing environmental impact and creating products that last.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s a reason more than 2,000 companies in more than 60 countries trust Zerust Products for rust and corrosion prevention. Learn more about what they offer and visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zerustproducts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.zerustproducts.com\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prevent Your Bike From Rusting This Spring With summer on its way, more bikers will be taking to the streets and trails to enjoy the outdoors and get great exercise. But even the sunny months have some weather fluctuation, whether it\u2019s thunderstorms, clouds, windy days, or sudden temperature drops. 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