Have you ever went to the local bicycle shop to get new tubes and been stumped when asked, “What kind of tubes do you need? Presta or Schrader?” I have been there too! Unsure of which valve is which, I mumble what kind of bicycle I ride and that I need the tube with the …
Years ago when I first started cycling I swore that I would never wear the infamous tight black shorts. I thought they looked goofy, and didn’t want to pedal around in skin tight gear. Now years later I can’t imagine going on a long ride without wearing my cycling shorts. Once I discovered the benefits …
Did you buy a new bike and realize that it doesn’t have a kickstand? It can be frustrating to stop mid-ride, and not be able to stand your bike upright while you’re not on it. If you’ve got your commuter bike loaded with groceries a kickstand can be helpful to keep the bike upright while …
Rust can absolutely destroy your bicycle so that is unusable. When corrosive materials and oxygen interact with metal it can cause a chemical breakdown that we call rust. Water, salt, and other materials can cause any exposed metal on your bike to rust. Rust can quickly spread and eat away at metal, and do permanent …
Over the last few years folding bikes have grown in popularity. As bike manufacturers have made better and better folding bikes there’s been an increase in cyclists purchasing them. According to market analysts, the folding bike industry will continue to grow until 2024. Cyclists (especially commuters) are realizing there are benefits to owning a bicycle …
My wife and I love to ride bicycles around town. We take them to get groceries, go for leisurely rides together on the bike trail, and even commute to work. She loves to ride her bicycle, but was unsure of whether she would be able to continue to ride when we found out she was …
There are a variety of bicycles these days each made for a specific purpose. Bicycles that are perfect for mountain, others for road, some for gravel, and others for commuting. Some bicycle companies hone in and focus on manufacturing one type of bicycle while other bike brands vary their product line. Bicycle brands have different …
Have you ever been riding FAST down a descent and your bike starts to speed wobble? It’s a frightening experience and I hope that you were able to safely navigate the wobbles without crashing. In this article, we’ll answer any questions you may have pertaining to speed wobbles. What is a Speed Wobble? A speed …
There will be a day as a bike commuter where you’ll need to ride in the rain. When the rain comes you’ll want to be prepared! It is miserable finding yourself caught in the rain with nothing to protect you from getting wet. One option to staying dry while on a rainy day is to …
The majority of bike serial numbers can be found in the following locations on your bike. The photo below has arrows that are pointing to each potential serial number location. Flip your bike upside down and the serial number is under the bottom bracket. On the front of the bike on the headset near the …