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…
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…
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…
What To Do When Your Bike Tire Is Rubbing The Frame (simple explanations)
Description of the Problem When inflated, the rear tire comes in contact with the frame right away or when rotating the wheel. Solutions The Tubes of a Bike Frame There…
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…
Never Try To Combine a Freewheel and a Cassette Hub (it’s a noob mistake)
Cassette hubs cannot accept freewheels; nor can freewheel hubs accept a cassette.The freehub body of a cassette hub is shaped specifically for a cassette. Meanwhile, freewheels and freewheel hubs operate…
There’s Nothing Wrong With MTB Handlebars On a Road Bike
Condensed Info: It's possible to install mountain bike handlebars on a road bike. The switch will require a replacement of the current brake levers and shifters. The user may also…
What It Takes To Install Drop Bars On a Flat Bar Road Bike
Condensed Info: It's possible to install drop bars on a flat bar road bike. However, the conversion requires a multitude of new parts that could greatly increase the final bill.…
Integrating a Road Bike Stem In a Mountain Bike System
A road bike stem can be installed on an MTB when: The stem and the fork are compatible. The stem's clamping diameter matches the thickness of the handlebars. The stem…