Why Are Road Bike Shifters So Expensive?
Road bike shifters a.k.a. brake-shifters are among the most expensive parts of a road bike. In some cases, entry-level road bikes do not even come with brake-shifters because the bike…
Road bike shifters a.k.a. brake-shifters are among the most expensive parts of a road bike. In some cases, entry-level road bikes do not even come with brake-shifters because the bike…
Condensed Answer: Technically, a coaster brake can be mounted on a fixie, but the process will require re-lacing of the rear wheel. Once the coaster brake is installed, the fixie…
Condensed answer: By default, a fixed-gear bike a.k.a. fixie isn't designed for disc brakes. That said, it's possible to add a front and rear disc brake, but the process will…
Condensed answer: A bicycle seat post can be cut as long as the new size respects the minimum insertion length of the seat post. Ignoring the minimum insertion length and…
Condensed answer: Bike spokes can be shortened. The first step is to cut them to length. The second is to file the ends and re-thread them. Step 1: Cutting the…
Condensed answer: If you have a 7-speed specific hub, you won't be able to install a 10-speed cassette on it because the hub will be too short. If the hub…
Condensed answer: A 12-speed chain can work with an 11-speed cassette. However, it's recommended to avoid using a Shimano 12-speed chain because it doesn't play well with 11-speed chainrings. Chain…
Condensed answer: 10-speed rear derailleurs do not work accurately with 11-speed cassettes when coupled with index shifters. The only exception are SRAM's 10-speed exact actuation road derailleurs which have the…
Condensed answer: An 8-speed MTB hub is wide enough to accept an 11-speed MTB cassette. An 8-speed Road hub, however, is too narrow for an 11-speed Road cassette. If you…
Condensed answer: A 9-speed MTB hub can accept an 11-speed MTB cassette. However, a 9-speed Road hub is not compatible with an 11-speed Road cassette. Requirements for Installing an 11-Speed…