[header] How to fix stuck bicycle brakes [title] Make sure that the brake pads aren't worn down. [step] Pads that are worn down significantly will stick no matter how much you adjust them. If your brake pads are less than 1/4-inch wide, then you need to replace them. 
They should be " toed-in, " meaning that front edge of the pads should touch the wheel rim when you press the brake lightly. [title] Check for a lip on the brake pad.