Can You Put 27.5-inch Wheels On a 26-inch Frame?
Condensed answer: It's possible to install 27.5-inch wheels on a 26-inch frame if there's enough clearance, and the bike uses disc brakes. The conversion limits the width of the tires…
Can You Put 26-inch Wheels On a 24-inch Bike?
Description of the Situation: You’re wondering whether 26-inch wheels will fit on a 24-inch frame and fork that you already have. Condensed answer: Most 24-inch bikes are too small and narrow…
160mm vs. 180mm Rotors? (Pros and Cons Compared)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 160mm and 180mm disc brake rotors. The Advantages of 180mm Rotors 1. Greater Stopping Power 180mm rotors are larger and require the…
Can You Put Road Bike Cranks On an MTB?
Description of the Situation: 1. You have a mountain bike that you would like to turn into a road machine by installing a set of slick tires and increasing the…
Can You Put a BMX Seat On a Mountain Bike?
Condensed answer: Modern BMX bikes use pivotal seats. To install such a seat on a mountain bike, you will have to replace the existing MTB seat post with a dedicated…
Can You Put BMX Pedals On a Mountain Bike?
Description Of The Situation: 1. You prefer platform pedals for mountain bike riding. 2. You appreciate the look, durability, and performance of BMX pedals and want to install a pair…
Can You Put Panniers On a Carbon Bike?
Description Of The Situation You have a carbon bike that you use for recreational racing and/or luggage-free riding. You want to add utility to the bicycle by installing panniers.You're not…
Can You Put a BMX Stem On an MTB?
Condensed answer: It's possible to install a BMX stem on an MTB if the handlebars have a 22.2mm clamp-on diameter. Requirements for Installing a BMX Stem On an MTB A…
Oval Chainring With a Clutch Derailleur – Good or Not?
Description of the Concern A clutch derailleur comes with a mechanism (clutch) that prevents the cage of the derailleur from moving excessively during extreme riding. The objective of the clutch…
Can You Put a BMX Hub on a Mountain Bike?
Condensed answer: A rear BMX hub can be installed on some mountain bikes, but the procedure is not straightforward due to the dissimilar hub spacing. It's also possible to mount…