Why Do Bicycles Have Carbon Forks?
Manufacturers have been producing bicycles with frames and forks made of different materials for quite a while now. The most common combination is an aluminum frame paired with a carbon…
What Is a Suspension-corrected Fork?
Some rigid bicycle forks are classified as "suspension-corrected". This description could be a little enigmatic because rigid forks do not have suspension after all. Hence why some cyclists may be…
Rigid or Suspension Fork for a Commuter Bicycle? What’s best?
The suspension fork is often depicted as one of the most notable technological advancements in the world of cycling and mountain biking in particular. Its impact on the cycling universe…
Is Shifting Both Derailleurs Simultaneously a Bad Technique?
The front and rear derailleur are marvelous machines allowing cyclists to fine-tune their cadence and cover greater distances filled with more obstacles. Hence, it is important to develop proper shifting…
Why Are Expensive High-End Hubs Louder Than the Cheap Ones (Buzzzzzz…)
The loud freewheels found on above-average and high-end bikes tend to surprise new cyclists. I wasn't an exception. When I began commuting on a bike, I was often turning my…