How To Remove A Rear Bike Wheel With No Quick Release
Removing a rear bike wheel is a common need for bike maintenance and repair, and quick release (QR) mechanisms make it relatively easy to do. And yet, many old bikes,…
What Is A Bike Bottom Bracket? Full Guide
Many cyclists are able to carry out basic repairs on their bike, but some repairs are more of a pain than others. Bike parts that contain bearings tend to annoy…
What Is The TPI In Bike Tires?
Choosing bike tires can be a confusing business. You have to ask yourself what you really want from them, first of all. Three main qualities define a bike tire: puncture…
How Often To Replace Bike Tires? Tire Check That Could Save Your Next Ride
Here’s a question that might save your next ride: When was the last time you really looked at your bike tires? Your bike does it all – saves cash, burns…
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
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?
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
Think your eco-friendly cycling habit ends when your tires wear out? Not so fast! While your pedal power keeps the planet happy, those old rubber bits don’t have to end…
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
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…