112 - Bike Shop Secrets: Chasing Creaks - A Mechanic's Nightmare And How You Can Fix It Mountain Cog podcast

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112 - Bike Shop Secrets: Chasing Creaks - A Mechanic's Nightmare and How You Can Fix It

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Are you struggling with a mysterious bike creak that's driving you insane? In this episode of Mountain Cog Podcast, hosts Josh and Dane dive deep into the most frustrating problem in bike maintenance: diagnosing and fixing bike creaks. Learn the systematic approach mechanics use to troubleshoot creaking sounds, from checking your headset and wheel axles to inspecting bottom brackets, pedals, and suspension pivots. Dane shares insider knowledge on the most common culprits behind bike creaks and reveals why some noises seem impossible to locate, even for professional mechanics.

The conversation also tackles the confusing world of bike grease – do you really need expensive brands like Motorex, or will basic Park Tool grease work just fine? Discover when to use slick honey versus standard bearing grease, the truth about carbon assembly paste, and why proper lubrication prevents most creaking issues. Whether you're a home mechanic or just want to better communicate with your local bike shop, this episode provides actionable bike maintenance tips that could save you hours of frustration and potentially hundreds of dollars in unnecessary repairs.

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Chapters

1. 112 - Bike Shop Secrets: Chasing Creaks - A Mechanic's Nightmare and How You Can Fix It (00:00:00)

2. Cold Open And Studio Banter (00:00:22)

3. New Domains, Merch, And Setup (00:02:18)

4. Riding Updates And Trip Plans (00:03:21)

5. Night Ride Traditions And Beer Logistics (00:06:20)

6. Koozies, Soda vs Pop, And Regional Lingo (00:08:58)

7. Main Topic: The Art Of Diagnosing Creaks (00:10:09)

8. Headset Checks And Simple Tests (00:17:02)

9. Grease 101: Types, Uses, Myths (00:22:18)

10. What To Buy: Practical Lube Loadout (00:29:28)

11. Shop Philosophy On Creak Troubleshooting (00:34:22)

12. On‑Trail Diagnostics Riders Can Do (00:41:50)

13. Pedals, Wheels, Hubs, And Shoe Surprises (00:47:09)

14. Drivetrain, Hangers, And Shop Time (00:52:40)

15. Brakes, Pivots, And When To Stop (00:58:49)

16. Helmet Creaks And Fit (01:04:35)

17. Takeaways, Humor, And Sign‑Off (01:07:35)

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