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Bike Components

All the parts of your commuter bike - from tyres to drivetrains to saddles.
Are your tyres bald? Gears not changing the way they used to? Is your saddle a pain in the butt (sorry, terrible pun)?

This is the section where we talk about the different parts that make up a bike. This is where we look at the best bike components for all bicycle commuters.
bicycle brakes

Brakes

Disc and rim brakes are the most common types of braking mechanisms for bicycles.

We also have numerous guides on how to look after your brakes and troubleshoot braking issues that plague bike brakes from time to time.

drivetrains, cranksets and gears

Drivetrains and Gears

The parts of a bike that drive you along (with some help from your legs of course!).

The terminology, specifications and sizes of these components can be quite confusing for beginner cyclists. We break it all down so you don't have to work it all out for yourself.

Bike Pedals - Bike Push

Pedals

A lot of beginner cyclists prefer the ease of using flat pedals.

For cyclists who want to transfer as much power as possible into the bike with greater efficiency, there's the option to ride with clipless/clip-in pedals and cleats.

bike wheels and tires

Wheels Tires and Tubes

Should you ride with slicks or treaded tires? Do you need inner tubes or go without and use the tubeless option? What size wheel is best and should you use alloy or carbon?

Our guides will help you choose the right hardware.


Commuting Bicycle Components

How To Fix A Bent Bike Wheel Rim

How To Fix A Bent Bike Wheel Rim

As long as your bike wheels are reasonably true, you can probably ride your bike. But what happens when the bend in the wheel is pronounced? A badly buckled wheel…

How To Adjust Bike Brakes

How To Adjust Bike Brakes

Nothing is more vital to your safety on a bike than the ability to stop! Bike brakes come in various forms, whether they’re disc or rim brakes. At some point,…

Do I Need Disc Brakes On A Commuter Bike?

Do I Need Disc Brakes On A Commuter Bike?

If you’re in the market for a commuter bike, you may have noticed most modern bikes have disc brakes, whether mechanical or hydraulic. On the other hand, some of the…

How To Recycle Bicycle Tires And Tubes

How To Recycle Bicycle Tires And Tubes

Bicycles are great for the environment! They help you get from point A to B without relying on fossil fuels, but you may still wonder what to do with worn-out…

How To Fix Squeaky Bike Brakes

How To Fix Squeaky Bike Brakes

If you’re riding among other cyclists or in the middle of a town, squeaky bike brakes can be both irritating and embarrassing. Squeaky bike brakes are more than just an…

Guide To Commuter Bike Wheels

Guide To Commuter Bike Wheels

Whether you’re buying a new bike for commuting or repurposing an old one for rides to work, wheels are always an important consideration. On many new bikes, wheels are a…

Best Bike Grips For Commuting

Best Bike Grips For Commuting

The three places where your body makes contact with a bike are critically important if you’re to be comfortable on a commute. At the front of the bike, the handlebar,…

Guide To Commuter Bike Handlebars

Guide To Commuter Bike Handlebars

Do you have a commuting bike with uncomfortable handlebars? Perhaps you’re choosing a bike from new and wonder what handlebars would be best. There are various types of handlebars to…

Bike Chain Keeps Falling Off

Bike Chain Keeps Falling Off. Help!

There’s nothing worse than when you’re riding along and your chain keeps dropping off. There are many reasons that can cause your bike chain to fall off, so we’ve made…