Can You Put a Road Bike Saddle On an MTB? (fast answer)
Condensed answer: A road bike saddle can be installed and used effectively on an MTB. To minimize the chances of failure, it's recommended to stay away from the lightest and…
How I Added Full Fenders To a Road Bike
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…
Integrating Shimano Alivio Components In a Road Bike Setup
Shimano Alivio represents a mid-tier series of bike components designed for MTB and trekking bicycles. Some of the parts (e.g., rear derailleur, cassettes, hubs...etc.) can be integrated into a road…
The Compatibility Of 25mm Tires and 23mm Bicycle Rims
If the external diameter of the rim is 23mm, there's a high chance that a 25mm tire can be installed on it without issues. If the internal diameter of the…
Why Sometimes Caliper Brakes Fail To Release On One Side (ELI5 explanation)
Description of the Problem: The rider squeezes the brake levers to slow down. After reaching the desired speed, the rider releases the levers, but the brakes do not return to…
Dual Pivot vs. Single Pivot Brakes (Comparison & Analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of single-pivot and dual-pivot caliper brakes in relation to one another. Definitions Before comparing the two types of brakes, it’s necessary to describe…
Explaining The Absence of Fenders/Mudguards On Popular Road Bicycles
Below are the reasons why mudguards are often absent from road bikes: Clean Look Looks are a priority in the world of cycling. Hence why addicted cyclists often do their…
TT Bicycles Can Never Be Pure Road Bikes
Mini Info Bomb: A time trial (TT) bike's geometry and components make it dangerous and inefficient when used as a regular road bike. For that reason, TT bikes are banned…
The Compatibility of Thumb Shifters And Drop Bars
Condensed Answer: Thumb shifters are designed for handlebars that have a 22.2mm diameter grip area. Since modern drop bars are thicker, thumb shifters cannot be installed on them by default.…
Pista Drops vs. Classic Drop Bars (Pros & Cons Compared)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of pista drop bars and regular drop bars in relation to one another. Main Differences Pista Drop Bars Pista drop bars are engineered…