I got into cyclocross a few years back, and in that time I’ve had all sorts of chats with others about tire manufacturers, tire patterns, and rubber conditions. But what are the rules about tire width in cyclocross? Cyclocross tires are normally 1.1-1.4 inches (28-35 mm) wide, whereas road tires are 0.9-1.1 inches (23-28 mm) …
Getting my first hybrid bike was not as easy as I thought. Numerous questions and second thoughts ran through my head, as I penned down all the features that I required in my soon-to-be road rocket. Among other things, I had to find out whether the popular hybrid bikes offered suspension. Many hybrid bikes come …
18-speed bikes and 21-speed bikes are two of the most popular gearing groupset among most cyclists. But what are the main differences between the two? 18-speed bikes are cheaper, suitable for shorter and rougher terrains. On the other hand, 21-speed bikes are faster and smoother but expensive. I’ve ridden both 18-speed bikes, and 21-speed, and …
One common question among riders with gravel bikes is can they be converted into a road bike by adding road tires? Road tires can be added to gravel bikes successfully if you want to ride them on the road. A gravel bike with road tires will combine the sturdiness of a gravel bike with some …
One of the benefits of hybrid bikes is that they are relatively fast when compared with most other types of bikes. But how fast are hybrids? The average speed on a hybrid bike is between 11 to 18 mph, with the potential of being higher for professional bikers. In this article, I discuss the factors …
There are lots of options when it comes to BMX brakes and how they work. There are four types of BMX bikes according to their brakes: bikes with no brakes, only front brakes, only rear brakes, and bikes with both front and rear brakes. Also there are a range of different braking mechanisms. BMX bikes …
Are you unable to decide which bike is better for exercise, between a mountain bike and a cruiser? Well, if you are an aggressive exerciser and staying fit is your priority then a mountain bike is your answer. But if you are an occasional exerciser and just want to stay active then a cruiser bike …
The question of whether cyclocross bikes have suspension is a complex one! In general, cyclocross purists will not have suspension on their bikes if they are used for competing. However, there are many cyclocross bikes available with suspension, and these are excellent for longer rides or more relaxing leisurely off-roading. To sum up in a …
Bike chains slipping is a common issue that all bikers have to face from time to time. It happens when your chain skips between gears while you are riding, shifts twice instead of once, or refuses to shift when you change gears. Chain slipping after putting on new bike chains isn’t something unusual. Luckily, you …
A fat bike is essentially a mountain bike on steroids. The fat bike is distinguished by its wider tires, which range from three to five inches in width. If you reside in a snowy/icy/cold area, the fat bike outperforms the “normal” bike in terms of value. In this article, I’m going to look at exactly …