DIY Bullhorn Handlebars (The Flop and Chop Method Done Right)
A while back I realized that I barely use the drops on my road bike except for one short descent on the way home. Most of the time, I ride…
How I Added Full Fenders To a Road Bike Without Eyelets and With Tiny Tire Clearance (Genius Method)
I consider full fenders an essential accessory for cycling and especially commuting. Without fenders, a commuter is at a great disadvantage because the tires are throwing water and mud on…
How to Deal With Rounded/Stripped Spoke Nipples (Wheel Truing Tips)
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…
Removing a Suntour Freewheel Without The Original Tool (DIY Method)
Objective: Remove a stuck Suntour freewheel without having access to the original tool. A while back, I bought an old-school steel road bike that came with Suntour components including a…
How To Convert French Threaded Cranks To British Pedal Threads (DIY Tools)
Disclaimer: The following article shows how to modify a set of cranks. Follow the instructions at your own risk. BrainyBiker.com is not responsible for any property damage or accidents that…
DIY: 80 Cents Homemade Spoke Nipple Driver
Description: A nipple driver is a tool that helps you thread nipples onto spokes. Nipple drivers make wheel lacing and spoke replacement faster and easier. They're particularly useful on double-wall…
How To Stop A Folding Bicycle Lock From Rattling (2 simple tips + photos)
Folding bicycle locks are awesome. They offer decent security and a long reach in a very compact frame. I've been using mine for a couple of years. However, since folding…