Can You Put a Road Bike Saddle On an MTB? (fast answer)
Condensed answer: A road bike saddle can be installed and used effectively on an MTB. To minimize the chances of failure, it's recommended to stay away from the lightest and…
Titanium vs. Steel Saddle Rails (Comparison & Analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of titanium and steel saddle rails. Weight Comparison The table below compares the weight of saddles with titanium and steel rails. SteelWeightTitaniumWeightErgon SM Pro 235gRace…
Saddle Rails: Titanium vs. Carbon (comparison & analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of titanium and carbon saddle rails. Weight Comparison The table below compares the weight of saddles with carbon and titanium rails. The total…
Do Carbon Bike Frames Rust? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: Unlike metal, carbon doesn't rust. Consequently, carbon frames are not prone to rust like steel ones. That said, it's possible for galvanic corrosion to take place when carbon…
Lugged vs Monocoque Carbon Frame (comparison & analysis)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of lugged and monocoque carbon frames. Definitions Monocoque frame. The majority of carbon frames today are built by gluing together a few separate…
Why Do Downhill Bikes Have Short Reach? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: Downhill bikes have a shorter reach than enduro MTBs to keep the bike nimble despite its long wheelbase and chainstays. If downhill bikes had the same reach as…
Can You Ride a Downhill Bike Uphill? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: Theoretically, downhill bikes can be used uphill, but their geometry, weight, and lack of low gears make them very inefficient climbers. If climbing is a priority, downhill bikes…
Can You Put a Downhill Fork On an Enduro Bike? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: A downhill fork can be mounted on an enduro frame. The extra travel of the fork, however, will increase the stress on the head tube and change the…
Can You Put a Downhill Fork On a Hardtail? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: A downhill fork can be installed on a hardtail only when the frame is strong enough to handle the travel (compression) of the fork. If the frame isn't…
Why Is The Front Wheel Of My MTB Wobbling When Braking? (simple answer)
Description Of The Problem: During braking the front wheel of the bike is wobbling (moving back and forth). The harder and more intense the braking is, the more noticeable the…
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