How I Built a Wooden Front Bike Rack That Can Support An Elephant (photos inside)
In this post, I will reveal in detail how I built my wooden bike rack. (People asked about it after seeing a few photos in other articles). So, let's go.…
Bike Rack vs. Backpack For Commuting (Comparison + Tips)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of using a bike rack and a backpack for cargo transportation on a bicycle. The Advantages of a Bike Rack No Stress On…
Is It Better to Have a Basket On the Front or Back of a Bike? (fast answer)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of basket positioning on a bicycle. pixabay.com The Advantages of a Front Basket Cargo Visibility A front basket allows you to monitor the…
Front vs. Rear Bike Rack (Full Comparison & Analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of front and rear bicycle racks. The Advantages of Front Racks Constant Visibility One of the main incentives to use a front rack…
Can You Put Slick Tires On an MTB? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: Slick tires can be installed on an MTB, although the number of available models is lower in comparison to knobby tires. Once an MTB is equipped with slick…
Can You Use a 12-Speed Chain on a 10-Speed Cassette? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: A 12-speed chain can operate with a 10-speed cassette. The only exception are Shimano's new 12-speed chains. Those don't mix well with 10-speed chainrings. Understanding Chain Width A…
26″ vs. 20″ Wheels (Comparison & Analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 26" and 20" wheels. The Advantages of 26" Wheels Smoother Steering Folding bikes (many of which use 18-22" wheels) are known for…
How I Added Full Fenders To a Road Bike Without Eyelets and With Tiny Tire Clearance (Genius Method)
I consider full fenders an essential accessory for cycling and especially commuting. Without fenders, a commuter is at a great disadvantage because the tires are throwing water and mud on…
Time To Compare Suspension Seat Posts And Dropper Posts
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of suspension seat posts and dropper posts in regards to one another. Different Functions Suspension seat posts and dropper posts serve two different…
Full-Suspension Bikes Have Subpar Performance On The Road
Full-suspension bikes are highly inefficient when used on the road. The suspension eats a lot of the pedaling effort and makes it harder to reach and maintain good speed. For…