Ever noticed one thing – you’ll pretty much never see a cyclist in an upright posture, especially throughout a race or competition. Probably about the only people you’ll see in an upright position are anyone over 80 or the local minister. But why is this? In a nutshell, there are six reasons why you would …
V-brakes are one of the most common styles of brakes on the market. Converting your cantilevers to V-brakes can seem daunting at first, but it’s pretty easy once you know what parts you need and how to install them. Your cantilever brakes are great, but you’d love them even more if you could get better …
In road cycling, tire width is among the most highly contested subjects amongst hobbyists. The breadth of your bicycle tires is an essential decision you must make when purchasing a bicycle. Do you prefer broad or narrow tires? Both have advantages and disadvantages, so determining which is best for your riding objectives is vital. The …
If you’re looking at what pressure your 20-inch bike tires should be, then there’s a simple answer and a more complex one. The simple first: 20-inch bike tires would generally use a PSI between 30 and 50. The exact optimal PSI would depend on the manufacturer’s suggestions, the terrain, and the type of riding you …
Mountain bikes are intricate and diverse bike types. I’ve ridden many over the last 20 years, and I’ve learned one important thing – when choosing one, you can’t just pick any. There are a lot of aspects to examine, such as bike styles, adaptability, design features, and much more. Aspects worth thinking about when choosing …
Coaster brakes are far more common on kids’ bikes because they are believed to be easier for kids to learn on. It’s also generally considered true that kids don’t have the hand strength or coordination to use hand brakes. However, perception is changing in recent years and now hand brakes are common on kids’ brakes. …
Some people prefer a complete steel frame, whereas others like a complete carbon fiber frame. Carbon fiber in general is lighter and more comfortable to ride than steel. It’s also possible for some parts of a bike to be steel and for others to be carbon. In this article, I will explain everything you need …
There are many different kinds of brakes that can be used on bikes. Overall, there are two main types, rim brakes, and disk brakes. V brakes and U brakes are both a type of rim brake, and today I will explain the differences between them and why one is used over the other. V brakes …
There are many different kinds of brakes, but the most commonly used are cantilever brakes, V brakes, and disc brakes. Cantilever and V brakes are both types of caliper brakes. As a cyclist or someone who’s looking to get into cycling, it can be confusing which ones are better and why, so today I will …
Coaster bikes are brakes that are activated by pedaling backward. They are sometimes called backpedal brakes. Coaster brakes are the standard brakes found on most kids’ bikes or adult cruiser-style bikes. They are sometimes, though not regularly found on BMX bikes. By nature, they are simplistic and require little to no maintenance. Coaster brakes are …