This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of bicycle handlebar and saddlebags in relation to one another. The Advantages of Handlebar Bags 1. Visible Cargo One of the essential qualities…
The post below compares the advantages and disadvantages of front bicycle racks and handlebar bags. The Advantages of a Handlebar Bag All-in-One Solution (self-sufficiency) The strongest side of a handlebar…
27.5" wheels are also known as 650b. Both names refer to the same type of wheel. "650b" comes from an old French tire sizing that indicates the diameter of the…
The potential top speed of a bicycle depends on many factors such as gearing, wheel size, tire tread and frame geometry. All things being equal, a geared bike would outperform…
Definitions Flanges – The outer sides of the hub to which the spokes of the wheel are attached. A High Flange Hub High Flange Hub – A hub with large…
The MTB industry has abandoned mountain bikes with 26" wheels in favor of 27.5" and 29" models. Consequently, it's difficult to find a 26" MTB with an up-to-date progressive geometry.…
Some 27.5-inch forks have the clearance to accept a 29-inch wheel. However, the conversion makes the gap between the tire and fork's arch noticeably smaller. As a result, the tire…
This post compares carbon and steel forks. The Main Differences Between Carbon and Steel Forks 1. Compliance In general, steel forks are more compliant than carbon forks. In this case, the…
Shimano cleats are incompatible with Crank Brothers pedals. If you have Crank Brothers pedals and Shimano shoes, you have to unmount the original cleats and mount the cleats that come…
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.…