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…
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…
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…
Can You Use a 3x Front Derailleur as 2x? (fast answer)
Condensed Answer: A front derailleur designed for a triple crankset (3x derailleur) can be used in conjunction with a double crankset and effectively function as a 2x derailleur. Proper operation…
Front Derailleur Not Reaching The Big Ring (explanation & solutions)
Description of the Problem: When the rider presses the shifter in an attempt to shift to the largest chainring, the derailleur doesn't move sufficiently to make the transition. As a…
Why Isn’t My Front Derailleur Shifting Down? (explanation & solutions)
Description of the Problem: The front derailleur doesn't move the chain from the large chainring to a smaller one upon command. As a result, the rider cannot use the lower…
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