The fourteen reasons why mountain bikes are so expensive: Expense of the Frame High Price of a Disc Brake Innovation in the Tires and Wheels Opting for a Better Handlebar Adjustable Settings on a Suspension Fork Expense of a Premium Drivetrain The Labor Costs Rapid Evolution of the Mountain Biking Industry Limited Producers of Mountain …
Can BMX bikes work on long-distance trips? BMX bikes do not work well with long distances or commutes, but certain exceptions could exist. In general, a BMX bike’s frame, lower tires, and length contribute to its inability to ride long-distance. Often, they can be compared to skateboards because of their use in tricks and stunts. …
Exercising regularly and still not seeing the number on the weighing scale go down can be extremely frustrating. But hopping on a bike and going for a ride can be one of the best ways to achieve your weight-loss goals. But to do this, you need to optimize your cadence. What’s the best cycling cadence …
Cycling cadence can be a very confusing topic for many beginner cyclists. Whether among new triathletes or cycling hobbyists, everyone always wonders what the best cadence drill is and why. The best cadence drills cover strength endurance, pedaling fluidity and coordination, road racing cadence, sprint cycling cadence, fast pedaling, high-speed seated sprints, and power starts. …
Fat bikes are often referred to as durable bikes that focus on fatter tires, whereas full suspension bikes simply have rear and front suspensions. They are both ideal for certain reasons. Fat bikes provide greater comfort, while also giving a much more rigorous workout to the user. They provide unparalleled grip. Full suspension bikes are …
Mountain biking is a great way to get out into nature. Like most types of cycling it’s very fun, and can also be done competitively. There are 3 main types of suspension, 2 of which are dual suspension and full suspension. Today I will explain the differences between them. A dual suspension bike and a …
With any hobby, there are specialist things you only learn once you start to do it. One such thing to cycling is cycling bibs. Unless you’re an experienced cyclist you will very likely never have heard of them, so today I will explain what they are. Cycling bibs are skin-tight garments used in cycling that …
The cycling leg is the longest section of a triathlon, sandwiched between the swim and run, but how far is the bike ride, and how best to approach it? The Olympic distance triathlon has a 40km cycle leg. This is the standard distance within a triathlon, although there are variations. The correct equipment, sensible training, …
The gears on a bike can be thought of as different speeds for the same bicycle. For example, a bike whose top gear was 21 would be a 21-speed bike. Likewise, lower numbers on a cycle would represent lower gears, whereas higher numbers represent higher gears. A 24-speed bike would have 24 gears. They usually …
So, you have caught a bit of the Tour de France on the television and have decided you want to give a road bike a go, and why not? There’s no doubt it can be exhilarating, and the way in which it can give you a real sense of speed and wind in your hair …