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Pro Bike Mechanic Reveals the Truth About Bike Servicing, Canyon Frames & Gravel Setup!

Ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes at a top UK bike workshop? In this video, I sit down with a professional bike mechanic to talk about Canyon bikes, gravel setup, DT Swiss hubs, bottom brackets, tubeless setups, and the most common service issues he sees from riders. We cover bike maintenance tips, how to avoid costly repairs, and whether carbon frames and Di2 systems are really worth the hype. If you’re into gravel riding, endurance cycling, or just want to keep your bike running smoothly — this chat is packed with insights from someone who’s seen it all. 👉 Subscribe for more cycling adventures, gravel rides, and real-world bike talk from the English Cyclist. A superb chat with my Pro Bike Mechanic, Graeme at The Chainbox in Lincoln, UK.  Graeme has services almost all my bikes for some time and today's episode I have managed to get a few word about him and the process he follows on one of my services for my Canyon Grail.  You can reach him either on Instagram (or most Social Media for that matter) or visit the website to book in for any work needed. https://www.instagram.com/thechainboxbikes/  https://thechainbox.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/thechainbox/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the.chainbox #BikeMechanic #CyclingTips #BikeMaintenance #GravelCycling #CanyonBikes #CyclingUK #RoadCycling #CyclingSetup #CyclingVlog #TheEnglishCyclist https://www.youtube.com/@englishcyclist

English Cyclist - Ultra Endurance Cyclist Richard Lake

Richard Lake is an endurance cyclist who transformed from using cycling as transportation into taking on some of the toughest bikepacking events in the world. Starting in 2015, he quickly developed a passion for long-distance cycling, completing multiple century rides and tackling ultra-distance events like Paris-Brest-Paris (PBP). In 2020, Richard took on the iconic Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) ride, cycling from the southernmost point of England to the northern tip. After years of preparation, he completed the Transcontinental Race (TCR) in 2022, covering 4,000km across Europe in 22 days, 4 hours, and 10 minutes. Along the way, Richard embraced bikepacking, wild camping, and challenges like Everesting. His next focus is on gravel cycling and hopes to secure a spot at Badlands 2025. Richard Lakes YouTube Videos https://youtube.com/@BikepackingAdventures https://www.youtube.com/@englishcyclist