Today is the first day of my challenge and it was my first ride. I consider the challenge a success already in that it got me out and riding this morning. Without this challenge I likely wouldn't have ridden today. With the challenge I did get out and ride. It was only a short ride, but it was a ride.
I was happy to get out there. As I was riding, though, with every turn I was hearing a creaking from the lower part of the bike. It seemed to be coming from the cranks. Looking down I noticed the chain was moving left and right relative to the front derailleur. Something was loose.
I headed back home and took a look to see what the issue was. I feared it was a bottom bracket issue, but was relieved to see the issue was with the crank itself. It seems the right crank arm was loose. I found a socket and tightened the nut. I flipped the bike back over and headed back out on my ride.
Thankfully no more creaking was coming from the crank.
I had no destination nor route in mind. I rambled around the block and the neighborhood. I simply was riding for the enjoyment of riding.
It was hot and getting hotter so I headed back home after just a short ride.
I hope everyone has a chance to enjoy a day.
Get on your bikes and ride!
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