6. Check the brake and gear function
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A broken spoke is relatively to fix with the right tools
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A chainwhip holds the cassette in place while the wrench and cassette tool is applied to remove the lockring
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Remove the rim tape to gain access to the spoke nipples
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Be extremely careful when placing the nipple in the rim
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Use a spoke key to bring the replacement spoke up to tension
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Ensure the spacers are replaced correctly before tightening the lock ring
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Check the function of the brake and the gears when replacing a trued wheel
6. Check the brake and gear function
Removing and replacing the cassette could effect the gear alignment. It’s worth checking before heading back out onto the road.
Check the function of the brake and the gears when replacing a trued wheel
Re-tensioning the brake cable after replacing the wheel is unlikely to have altered braking alignment, but is perhaps worth checking.