Is Tiagra 4600 Compatible With 4700?
Condensed answer: The components part of the Tiagra 4600 series are not compatible with those of the Tiagra 4700 series even though both groupsets are designed for 10-speed road bikes.…
50/34 vs. 48/32 Crankset (Comparison & Analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 50/34 and 48/32 cranksets. The Advantages of 50/34 Higher Top Speed To understand the effect of chainring size on speed, one has…
53/39 vs. 50/34 Chainrings (comparison & analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 53/39 and 50/34 road chainrings. The Advantages of 53/39 Chainrings High Gearing The apparent advantage of a 53/39 setup is the extra…
Can You Put Road Cranks On a Track Bike? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: It's possible to install road cranks on a track bike. The conversion will not allow you to use track chainrings (unless the cranks are old) and may require…
The Peculiar Reasons Why Road Bikes Married The Presta Valve
Road bikes use Presta valves for the following reasons: 1. Thin rims For aerodynamic and weight-saving purposes, road bikes have thin/narrow rims designed for slim tires. The outer diameter of…
How Compatible Are 25mm Tires and 19mm Rims?
25mm tires can be installed on rims with a 19mm internal rim width. That said, there are some downsides to this combination. Average road rims have a 15-18mm internal rim…
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…
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…
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.…