This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 28 and 32-spoke wheels. The Advantages of 28-spoke Wheels Aerodynamics The main incentive behind wheels with fewer spokes is to increase the…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of single and double- wall rims. Definitions Single-wall rim – single-wall rims have a spoke bed made of one layer (wall). The spoke…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of riser bars and spacers as means to improve bicycle comfort. The Advantages of Riser Bars Riser Bars Do Not Decrease The Effective…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 31.8mm and 35mm handlebars. The Advantages of 31.8mm Handlebars Availability 31.8mm bars are still the current MTB standard. For that reason, customers…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of aero (bladed) and normal (round) spokes. The Advantages of Aero Spokes More Aerodynamic The shape of aero (bladed) spokes allows them to…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of plain gauge and double-butted spokes. Definitions Plain gauge spokesPlain gauge spokes are the same thickness from one end to the other.Double-butted Spokes…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of titanium and double-butted spokes. The Advantages of Titanium Spokes Lighter One of the strongest features of titanium spokes is their weight. They're…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of horizontal and vertical dropouts in relation to one another. The Advantages of Horizontal Dropouts Single-speed and Fixed-gear Compatible Horizontal dropouts allow the…
This post compares bullhorns to flat bars equipped with bar-ends. Definitions Bullhorns – narrow handlebars with ends resembling the horns of a charging bull. Narrow bullhorns are normally found on…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of bullhorns and drop bars in relation to one another. Hand Positions Standard bullhorns offer 3 main and 2 secondary hand positions. The…