How Much Does A Bike Chain Cost?
A bike chain is one of the consumable parts a cyclist must deal with and is probably replaced more often than any other bike bit. Or it should be. While…
Guide To Bike Serial Numbers
Nearly all bikes have serial numbers, save for a few old bikes and hand-made machines. These numbers have more than one function, but for owners they’re a useful weapon against…
Do Bicycle Helmets Expire?
Do bicycle helmets expire? Does more money buy you more protection for longer? Today, we’re going to find out how long you can expect a bicycle helmet to last, when…
How To Shorten a Bike Chain
If you do all your own bike maintenance, or if you run into mechanical problems out on a ride, at some point you’ll probably have to shorten a chain. Unless…
Bike Commuting In The Rain – Survival Tips For A Wet Ride To Work
There are many health benefits attached to bike commuting. They include a reduced risk of cancer or cardiovascular disease compared to using a car or public transport. You’ll also save…
Biking To Work With No Shower
In most jobs, there is no obligation for employers to provide shower facilities. Offices with good workplace culture may have them, but many do not. How do you bike to…
How to Pump A Bike Tire with A Presta Valve Adapter
A Presta valve adapter converts a Presta valve into a Schrader valve, but why would you want that? Among all pneumatic products requiring inflation, only bicycle tires ever use the…
What To Eat Before A Long Bike Ride
Have you ever experienced the dreaded bonk on a long bike ride? We wouldn’t wish it on our worst enemy. If you have yet to experience it in all its…
Flat Bar Vs. Drop Bar – Which Handlebar Type is better?
The type of handlebars that you choose can have a huge impact on the overall comfort and feel of your bike. In this article, we take a look at the…