A 50/34 crankset can be combined with an 11-36 cassette provided that the rear derailleur of the bicycle has the needed capacity to reach the largest cog. The combination is…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 53/39 and 50/34 road chainrings. The Advantages of 53/39 Chainrings High Gearing The apparent advantage of a 53/39 setup is the extra…
Condensed answer: A clutch derailleur could be helpful when running a 1x drivetrain. In all other cases, it wouldn't play an important role when it comes to road bikes and…
Condensed answer: An MTB shifter can technically be used on a road bike. Ideally, the derailleur and the cassette will be designed for an MTB too. Otherwise, the shifter will…
Shimano Claris and Shimano Tourney are both lower-end groupsets in Shimano's road hierarchy. Out of the two, Shimano Claris components are known to be of notably higher class. However, higher-end…
Condensed Answer: A road bike can readily accept a set of BMX pedals that are 9/16″ x 20 in size. However, 1/2″ BMX pedals cannot be installed on a road…
General Knowledge As the number of speeds grows, the width of bike cassettes doesn't increase dramatically. The goal is to make rear hubs compatible with the widest number of cassettes…
Road bikes use Presta valves for the following reasons: 1. Thin rims For aerodynamic and weight-saving purposes, road bikes have thin/narrow rims designed for slim tires. The outer diameter of…
Condensed Answer: A road bike can be ridden on wet pavement, but the rider has to take extra precautions to avoid loss of balance and a potential accident. Riding on…
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…