km 5679.9

Replaced front brake shoes.

Inflated tyres.

Procedure took under 30 minutes and included refinishing the braking surface with steel wool. Cost was $3.75 for MEC Product #4011-200.

Also covered derailleurs and chain with Tri-Flow lubricant (MEC product #1899-129 $3.50).

Rig running right through -20C temperatures.

km 5617.1

Riding well through chilly temperatures and wet snow.

Front brake shoes almost to wear line, replacements on hand.

Tyres holding air well, haven't checked inflation in over 6 weeks.