Is It Possible For a BMX To “Mutate” Into a Real Dirt Jumper?
It's not recommended to convert BMX bikes into dirt jumpers because the changes to the geometry will be negative. You can make a 24" or 26" BMX look like a…
BMXs And Front Suspension – A Love Story Or a Nightmare?
Hello, my brothers,Successfully equipping a 20" BMX with a suspension fork is a difficult task because the geometry of a rigid BMX is not designed to operate with suspension.Also, most…
Do You Have To be a Scientist To Equip a BMX Bike With Disc Brakes?
Theoretically, it's possible to equip a BMX bike with disc brakes if you're willing to invest a lot of time, money, and effort. The process isn't straightforward because most BMX…
The Compatibility of 27.5-inch Wheels and 26-inch Frames
It's possible to install 27.5-inch wheels on a 26-inch frame if there's enough clearance, and the bike uses disc brakes. The conversion limits the width of the tires and could…
How To Combine a 26-inch Wheel and a 27.5 Fork (secret tips)
Condensed info: A 26-inch wheel can be easily installed on a 27.5 fork if both are disc brake-ready. If the fork uses rim brakes, however, the braze-ons would be a…
The Compatibility of 24-inch Bikes and 26-inch Wheels
Description of the Situation: You’re wondering whether 26-inch wheels will fit on a 24-inch frame and fork that you already have. Most 24-inch bikes are too small and narrow to…
160mm vs. 180mm Rotors (yet another detailed comparison)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 160mm and 180mm disc brake rotors. The Advantages of 180mm Rotors 1. Greater Stopping Power 180mm rotors are larger and require the…
Vertical Dropouts Are Not Meant For Fixed-gear Bikes (bike theory lesson)
Description of the Situation You're unsure whether a frame with vertical dropouts can be used for a fixed gear conversion. A frame with vertical dropouts is not ideal for converting…
Analyzing The Compatibility of STI Shifters and Flat Bars
Description of the Situation You're wondering whether STI brake-shifters can be combined with flat bars. It's possible to install STI brake-shifters on flat bars if you use a shim to…
STI Shifters and Bullhorn Bars Are Not Right For Each Other
Description of the Situation You have standard drop bars and STI shifters but want to try alternative handlebars such as bullhorns and wonder whether your existing brake shifters are compatible.…