Is It Crazy To Throw 29″ Wheels On a 26″ Frame?
Condensed Answer: In some cases, it might be possible to install 29" wheels on a 26 bike, but more often than not the fork and/or the frame will not have…
Is It Technically Correct To Install a 27.5″ Fork On a 29″ Frame?
Condensed Info: In most cases, a 29" frame can readily accept a 27.5" fork. However, the new fork will steepen the headtube of the frame and may also be unable…
Would It Be Crazy To Install a 27.5″ Fork On a 26″ Frame?
Condensed Info: A 27.5" fork can be installed on a 26" frame as long as the head tube and the steerer of the fork are compatible.The new fork is longer…
A BMX as a Standard Commuter – Possible or Too Uncomfortable?
Condensed Answer: A standard BMX can be used as a standard commuter by children and short adults. It's also possible to make a BMX more comfortable for a taller person…
Riding a BMX In The Snow Is a Bit Crazy…
A standard BMX bike is not the most optimal bicycle for snowy conditions primarily because the tires are slick and offer poor grip on snow. With a few changes, however,…
Is It Crazy To Put Pegs On a Dirt Jumper?
If a dirt jumper has sufficiently long bolt-on axles, it can technically accept a pair of pegs. That said, by definition, dirt jumpers aren’t designed for pegs. There is a…
A Dirt Jumper: Do You Really Need One?
A dirt jumper is a highly specialized bike best used for jumping on a dirt track and freestyle street riding. The machine is inferior when it comes to mountain biking…
Good Luck Finding a Front Brake On a Dedicated Dirt Jumper
Short bike theory lesson by the brainy master: Many dirt jumpers do not have a front brake to facilitate the execution of tricks such as bar spins, save weight, and…
Why Don’t BMX Bikes Have Kickstands? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: BMX bikes designed for stunts do not have a kickstand because the accessory adds weight and can make the execution of tricks dangerous. Also, the function of the…
BMXs Could Be Great Learning Bikes For Beginners (but not always)
A BMX can be effectively used as a learning bike. Since BMX bikes are fairly small, they're a decent option for children and shorter adults. That said, BMX bikes have…