Read This If Your Bike Gears Are Sliping On Ascents
Description of the Problem: When the rider is exerting a lot of effort uphill (usually out of the saddle), the chain slips involuntarily and switches to a different gear even…
Analyzing The Compatibility Of 700×35 Tubes And 700×32 Tires
Mini Info Bomb: In most cases, a 700x35 inner tube can be successfully coupled with a 700x32 tire. That said, there are some downsides to using an inner tube wider…
Can I Use a 700×28 Tube In A 700×25 Tire?
Condensed Answer: Technically, a 700x28 inner tube can be used with a 700x25 tire. However, the extra size of the tube makes the installation of the inner tube and respectively…
When The Front Derailleur Doesn’t Move Sufficiently…
Description of the Problem When the rider tries to shift onto the largest cog, the front derailleur doesn't move sufficiently to make the transition. As a result, the cyclist cannot…
When Your Bike Tire “Pops” Out of the Rim During Inflation… (explanation & solutions)
Description of the Problem During inflation of the inner tube, the tire pops out of the rim and presses the inner tube against the rim. The contact between the rim…
Analyzing The Compatibility Of V-Brake Pads And Standard Caliper Brakes
Packed Knowledge: Technically, the attachment mechanism of V-brake pads allows users to install them on caliper brakes. However, V-brake pads are significantly longer than the models designed for caliper brakes.…
Replacing a Chainring Without Removing The Cranks – Craziness or Reality?
Condensed Info:If the big chainring attaches to the drive-side crank via bolts, it's possible to replace it without removing the cranks.If the chainring is permanently attached to the cranks via…
Don’t Install Star Nuts On Carbon Forks (it’s dangerous)
Star nuts scratch the insides of fork steerers during the installation process. When the steerer is made out of carbon, this is detrimental and can lead to cracks. For that…
What To Do When Your Cranks Are Moving from Side to Side?
Description of the problem: The cranks feel unstable. When the rider pushes and pulls on them, they move sideways. Sometimes the motion is subtle, but it could also be very pronounced to…
Will My Bike Chain Explode If I Reuse a Link Pin?
Re-using a chain pin on a multi-speed chain is considered bad practice because the pin loses its upper layer during the removal process and becomes ever so slightly slimmer. The…