What to Choose – a Saddlebag or a Top Tube Bag (my take)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of saddlebags and top tube bags in relation to one another. The Advantages of Saddlebags 1. Large capacity Large saddlebags have a very…
Let’s Compare Handlebar and Frame Bags
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of handlebar and frame bags in regards to one another. The Advantages of Handlebar Bags 1. More Volume A handlebar bag can be…
Handlebar Bags vs. Saddlebags (Straightforward Comparison)
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…
My Detailed Comparison of Front Racks and Handlebar Bags
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…
Are 27.5″ and 650b Wheels The Exact Same Thing?
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…
Geared Bicycles Aren’t Always Faster Than Single-Speed Models
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…
Low Flange vs. High Flange Hubs (ultra-detailed comparison)
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…
Don’t Worry! 26-inch Wheels Are Eternal
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.…
Mounting 29-inch Wheels On a 27.5-inch Fork Is Not Ideal
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…
Matching Shimano Cleats with Crank Brothers Pedals Equals Problems
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…