Quick Comparison Of 24 and 32-Spoke Wheels
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 24 and 32-spoke wheels. The Advantages of 24-spoke Wheels Aerodynamics The main motivation to put fewer spokes on a wheel is to…
27.5″ Wheels Are Hurt, But Still Alive!
27.5" wheels and bikes aren't dead yet, but the data shows that their glory days are over.Manufacturers produce what sells and see little incentive to offer a wide spectrum of…
Bicycle Troubleshooting: Spokes Making a Pinging Sound When Loaded
Description Of The Problem. When the rider inserts more effort, the spokes (usually those of the rear wheel) make a pinging sound. In some cases, the sound will disappear quickly…
Is It Crazy To Throw 29″ Wheels On a 26″ Frame?
Condensed Answer: In some cases, it might be possible to install 29" wheels on a 26 bike, but more often than not the fork and/or the frame will not have…
26-inch Wheels Can Be Faster Than Light (bike theory lesson)
A short lesson from the brainy bike master:The top speed of a bicycle is determined by its gearing rather than the size of its wheels. Thus, it's inaccurate to conclude…
Analyzing The Climbing Capabilities of 29″ Wheels
29" wheels have great roll-over-ability and can therefore be faster on climbs and descents than smaller wheels. That said, the wheel size of a bicycle is only one of the…
Can 24 Spokes Offer Enough Wheel Durability and Strength?
Mini Info Bomb: If the spokes and rim are of decent quality, and the spoke tension is adequate, then a wheel with 24 spokes can handle a surprising amount of stress.…
Overcoming The Frustration Caused By Rounded/Stripped Spoke Nipples
Description of The Problem: The nipples connecting the spokes to the rim have partially or fully stripped edges. As a result, the spoke wrench cannot grab the nipple and rotate it…
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…