“MacGyvering” Bar Tape Into a Set Of Custom Grips?
This post explores the advantages and disadvantages of using bar tape instead of grips: The Advantages of Bar Tape 1. Customization If you use bar tape for your grips, you…
Integrating a Road Bike Cassette In a Classic Mountain Bike System
Shimano and SRAM road bike cassettes can be installed on a mountain bike as the splines of the hubs are the same across the MTB and road models of both…
The Compatibility of 10-Speed Cassettes and 7-Speed Hubs (a detailed analysis)
If you have a 7-speed specific hub, you won't be able to install a 10-speed cassette on it because the hub will be too short. If the hub isn't 7-speed…
Converting French Threaded Cranks To British Pedal Threads (With Cheap DIY Tools)
Disclaimer: The following article shows how to modify a set of cranks. Follow the instructions at your own risk. BrainyBiker.com is not responsible for any property damage or accidents that…
What It Takes To Combine a 12-Speed Chain and an 11-Speed Cassette…
A 12-speed chain can work with an 11-speed cassette. However, it's recommended to avoid using a Shimano 12-speed chain because it doesn't play well with 11-speed chainrings. Chain Width The…
The Compatibility Of 10-speed Derailleurs And 11-speed Cassettes (an analysis by a brainy biker)
10-speed rear derailleurs do not work accurately with 11-speed cassettes when coupled with index shifters. The only exceptions are SRAM's 10-speed exact actuation road derailleurs which have the same rear…
The Compatibility Of SRAM Rotors and Shimano Brakes
SRAM rotors can be used with Shimano disc brakes. The diameter of the rotors should match the system's settings. The rotors have to be compatible with the wheel's hub too.…
Can You Use a SRAM Powerlink On a Shimano Chain?
Condensed Answer: A SRAM PowerLink can be used on a Shimano chain as long as both are designed for the same number of speeds. Some people use PowerLinks intentionally for…
Integrating a Road Bike Chain In a Mountain Bike Setup The Right Way
Condensed Info: A road bike chain can be used on a mountain bike as long as it's long enough and matches the number of speeds on the cassette/freewheel. In general,…
Installing Tubeless Rim Tape On Wheels With Inner Tubes – Good or Bad?
Tubeless rim tape can be used in conjunction with an inner tube as a substitute for classic rim tape or strips. If the tire operates at a high air pressure,…