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OWNER’S MANUAL 2021
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The rim may sustain damage and the inner tube may burst, thus causing an acci-
dent. Always use both brakes simultaneously and release them intermittently to
allow the material to cool off. If you are in doubt, stop and let them cool down.
WARNING
Check the condition of the brake pads at short intervals, as they might wear
down faster than with aluminium rims.
Please note that wet weather reduces the braking effect considerably. Do
not go for a ride, when it is about to rain or in wet conditions. Nevertheless, if
you find yourself with your road bike on a wet or moist road, ride particularly
carefully and at clearly reduced speed.
Carbon rims are sensitive to heat. The glue of the tubular tyre can loosen or
the tube of a clincher or folding tyre can bust. Always use both brakes simul-
taneously and release them intermittently to allow the material to cool off. If
you are in doubt, stop and let them cool down.
REPAIRING TYRE PUNCTURES
Punctures during cycling are the most common cause for flat tyres. However, as
long as you have the necessary tools and a spare tube or a repair kit, this need
not mean the end of your cycle ride. If your wheels are attached with quick-re-
leases to the frame and the fork, you only need two tyre levers and a pump
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before removing a wheel, read the chapters “Remounting the wheel” and
“Using quick-releases and thru axles”. If you are in doubt or if you have any
questions, contact your SCOTT dealer.
