Have you ever wondered just how your bicycle braking system works? Or have you questioned what type of braking systems and mechanics bicycles have to decelerate and brake? While you may believe that bicycles may have either straightforward or simple braking systems in place, multiple elements work together to stop your bicycle in its tracks. Three separate elements work to stop your bicycle when it is in motion. First, you have the mechanism that you, the rider, use to apply the brakes. This …
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Why Do Bicycle Chains Turn Black? How To Clean It Once It Does!
It is not only aesthetically appealing to show off a spotless bicycle chain but ensuring its cleanliness also ensures improved performance and longevity of the bicycle. Additionally, it also protects the bicycle from grease stains. Why Do Bicycle Chains Turn Black? The main reason for this is that the oil/lubricant in the chain attracts dust/dirt, which is responsible for turning the oil into black color. This dust/dirt is picked up when a lubricant-applied …
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The Expensive World of Bicycle Groupsets: Why They Cost So Much
If you're a cyclist, you've probably wondered why bicycle groupsets cost so much. After all, they just contain a few small pieces of metal and plastic. A common reason, and probably why you are here, is the story of someone that has an entry-level bicycle and is ready to upgrade their groupset. They then find after a quick search that most groupsets are totaling more than their bike itself and quickly give up. In this article, we'll take a look at the reasons behind the high prices of …
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Why Bicycles Have Fat Tires: A Look at Bicycle Tire Design
You probably have noticed, that many bicycles have progressively been equipped with wider, knobbier, fatter tires over the years. Mountain bikes specifically now have some of the widest tires we have ever seen, and the growing popularity of fat-tire bikes makes this growing trend even more obvious. In this article, we are going to talk about the benefits, and even the drawbacks of this growing trend, and if you should think about adding fatter tires to your bicycle. Bicycles have gotten …
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Top 7 Best Cheap Mountain Bike Grips for Under $20
If you're looking for cheap mountain bike grips, you've come to the right place. In this article, we will discuss some of the best options available for under $20. We'll talk about what to look for when purchasing grips, and we'll recommend seven great options that are sure to meet your needs. So whether you're a beginner or an experienced cyclist, read on to find the perfect set of grips for your bike! 1. Oury Single Compound Bike Grip V2 At the top of the list is one of my favorite …
Bicycle Wheels: How Much Do They Cost?
Bicycle wheels are an important part of your bicycle. They help you ride smoothly and provide stability for more difficult terrain. But how much do they cost? Many different factors determine the price of a wheel, but there is one thing for sure: wheels are not cheap! In this article, we will talk about the various factors that affect the cost of wheels, as well as what some wheels might cost if you were to buy them today. So how much do bicycle wheels cost? Bicycle wheels can cost downwards …
Inflatable Tires with Air: Why do bicycles have them?
Bicycles, much like vehicles, have tires that utilize air to fill a rubber tube, or the tire itself. However, this can cause punctures, leave you stranded and more. You might be asking why it is worth it that your bicycle tires are inflatable, instead of something like solid rubber. So why do bicycles have inflatable tires? Bicycles have inflatable tires because they need them to give the suspension a rest, they help with being able to inflate and deflate when needed, it saves on weight and …
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Top 6 Reasons Why Your Bicycle Tire Won’t Inflate
Everyone deals with it, no matter if you are an expert rider or someone just learning, everyone has to pump up bicycle tires at some point in their bicycling experience. However one of the biggest issues with this, is when you are pumping up your tire and it either doesn't want to pump up at all, or doesn't hold air! So why won't your bicycle tire inflate? There are six reasons why your bicycle tire may not inflate partially, or all the way. You may be using the wrong head on your pump for …
Correct Foot Placement on your Bike: Hint, its the Ball of your Foot
Riding your bicycle with your foot in the right place can make a huge difference in both maximizing your power from every pedal, but can also make your ride much more comfortable! In this article we will be going through the correct placement of your foot, and answer some normal questions about this as well. So what part of your foot should you pedal with? While most people likely pedal with the arch of their foot, the best place to put your foot is with the ball of your foot being right over …
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Universal Bicycle Pedals: Discussing the two categories
Being able to switch out pedals easily is extremely important for many avid cyclists! Being able to adjust from a clip-less, to a flat pedal with ease makes riding more enjoyable, and more versatile. However when you are shopping for your multiple pedal setup, you likely have wondered to yourself as to if pedals are universal, and if any pedal that you buy will fit on your bicycle. So are bicycle pedals universal? Bicycle pedals are universal to a point! There are two categories of pedals …
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