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Gears & Maintenance

Bike maintenance is an important practice to ensure your bicycle stays in tip-top shape and running efficiently. With basic preventive maintenance, you can keep your bike looking good and avoid costly repairs down the line. To properly maintain your bike, you should do a full inspection of it at least monthly. These tips all help ensure your bike is in optimum condition to keep you safe while cycling!

11-36 vs 11-40 vs 11-42 Cassette

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
11-36 vs 11-40 vs 11-42 cassette

The bike’s cassette is an integral part of your bike in relation to its speed. The sprockets attached to the rear wheel are called cassettes and usually come in various sizes depending on the bike. … Read more

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Specialized vs Trek Road Bikes

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
specialized vs trek road bikes

Versatility is important for newbies looking for a new bike, especially when you are just starting. And road bikes are the most versatile in all of the bike ranges, which makes them fit for beginners. … Read more

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Why Does my Bottom Bracket Click

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
why does my bottom bracket click

As a biker, you want to maximize your riding experience on the road while enjoying the serenity and the beautiful view along the way. However, when you begin hearing unusual noises and clicking from the … Read more

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How to Install Water Bottle Cage on Bike Without Holes

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
how to install water bottle cage on bike without holes

A water bottle is an essential tool that you must bring whenever you are doing a bike ride. Whether it is a short ride or a multiple-day long ride, bringing a water bottle is essential … Read more

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Schwinn vs Nishiki Bikes

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
schwinn vs nishiki bikes

In the bike industry, several brands are manufacturing bikes, but only a few of them stand out to many bike enthusiasts. Two of these brands are Schwinn and Nishiki, which are known for producing high-quality … Read more

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How Long do Bike Chains Last

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
how long do bike chains last

As the saying goes, the only constant in this world is change, and we can say the same thing to your bike chains. This bike component will not last forever, and there will come a … Read more

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How to Change a Bike Tube Without Tire Levers

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
changing an inner tube without tire levers

It is usual for bikers at some point in time to experience punctures of the bike’s tire in the middle of their biking activity. To experienced bikers, this situation is not a big issue since … Read more

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How Much to Tune Up a Bike

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
how much to tune up a bike

To get the most out of your bike, your precious investment needs periodic maintenance. To be specific, every bike needs a regular tune-up to ensure it is performing in optimal condition while also making you … Read more

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What Kind of Grease for Bike Pedals

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
what kind of grease for bike pedals

Bike pedals are an integral part of your bicycle. If you have new pedals, greasing them before installation is needed to protect the threads of the pedal and crank from corrosion. But what kinds of … Read more

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Why Does My Bike Chain Skip

May 2, 2023 by Patrick Wise
why does my bike chain skip

As a bike owner, it is normal for you to experience issues with your bike from time to time. Since a bike is a collection of so many components and parts, one of these parts … Read more

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