This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of square taper and Hollowtech bottom brackets. Definitions Bottom Bracket – a mechanism of cups and bearings allowing a spindle connected to the…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of internal and external bottom brackets. Definitions Bottom Bracket – a system of bearings and cups facilitating the rotation of a spindle connected…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of aluminum and plastic bicycle fenders. The Advantages of Aluminum Fenders Aesthetics Alloy fenders have a classy look that appeals to cyclists after…
This post compares lugged and unicrown forks. Definitions Lugged Fork Lugged forks are built with the help of a steel sleeve (lug) and a metal-joining process known as brazing. The…
This post compares lugged and fillet brazed frames. Definitions Before comparing the two types of frames it's necessary to present the technological processes behind their production. Fillet Brazed Frames As…
This post compares the differences between lugged and TIG welded bicycle frames. Definitions Before comparing the two types of frames, it's necessary to describe their main properties and the technology…
This post compares center-pull and cantilever brakes. Definitions Center-pull Brakes – old-school rim brakes found on retro road bikes. Center-pull brakes attach to the frame and fork via two bolts.…
This post compares center-pull and side-pull brakes. Definitions Center-pull Brakes Center-pull brakes are rim brakes with a straddle wire attaching to a set of brake arms pivoting around two independent…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of dual-pivot brakes and V-brakes in relation to one another. Definitions Before comparing the two types of brakes, it’s necessary to describe them.…
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…