Tough Easy to Install, Plastic Freewheel Spoke Protector, Disc Bike Spoke Guard, 4 Claws Design for Protecting the Chain Reducing the Sediment on the Flywheel

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If you have gears on your bike, shifting incorrectly could cause the chain to slip. You want to make sure that your bike is in the right gear before jumping off a ramp or any other obstacle. After speaking with a buddy of mine who runs a local bicycle shop in town, I asked him what percentage of people have their spoke protector on whenever they bring their bike in for a tune up and he said that most of the average cyclists and beginners, have the disc on when they bring their bike in. In conclusion, a dork disc is mostly a personal preference. The argument can certainly be made that it is not necessary, but then the argument can also be made that it is not actually necessary to remove the dork disc.

Of course, the fact that it is less likely does not mean that it is completely impossible, and that is something to consider – is the risk worth it. Modern derailleurs work a lot better than older models, meaning that they shift far more accurately. This, in turn, limits the possibility of the chain slipping and damaging the spokes. If you have the correct tools to remove your cassette, then it’s recommended to do so! This is because some Dork Disks can be challanging to cut off, which can end up taking more time than simply taking the cassette off – plus you don’t risk damaging your spokes(or hands). Where to Buy a Dork Disk/spoke protectors?

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If the rider continues to pedal, the wheel will be damaged. But even if he/she immediately halts all pedaling effort, the chain will still harm the spokes because the wheel will keep on spinning due to the coasting hub. The weight of a spoke protector isn’t that high, but it’s still worth mentioning that the metal models tend to be heavier than the plastic version even with all the holes drilled in them. Some bicycles come with a plastic disc slid between the largest cog of the cassette or freewheel and the spokes of the rear tire.

At times, things happen so fast that we can’t dodge them. For example, an external object on the terrain, such as a branch or any other obstacle, may hit the derailleur. When this happens, the derailleur hanger may bend and cause a gear slip. When you ignore the dreaded look of a spoke protector, you’re left with four additional shortcomings: 1. Possible Spoke Damage Through Dirt Accumulation The metal spoke protectors available on some 70s and earlier 80s bikes tend to be a thin piece of steel or perhaps aluminium, which is robust but adds weight. These also tend to be physically large and are highly visible given they're not transparent. These can contribute to windage too, which is not ideal in side winds. Just 1 time of your chain getting lodged in there, and depending on how fast you are pedaling, could significantly damage the spokes.

Also, for riders who are not as confident in their own ability to perform maintenance on their bike, it is worth considering keeping the dork disc on so that they don’t have to worry about an accident caused by a poorly maintained drive train. To remove or install a spoke protector, you would have to take out the rear wheel and then unfasten the cassette or the freewheel. Only then you can slide on or take off the spoke protector.