Handlebar Bag vs. Frame Bag
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of handlebar and frame bags in regards to one another. The Advantages of Handlebar Bags 1. More Volume A handlebar bag can be…
Butterfly Bars vs. Drop Bars (Full Comparison)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of butterfly bars a.k.a. trekking bars and drop bars. Definitions Butterfly bars (trekking bars) – bicycle handlebars that have been given the name…
Are Single Speed Bikes Good For Long Distances?
Condensed answer: Single speed bicycles are not optimal for long-distance riding. The lack of gears prevents the rider from reaching optimal cadence and causes excessive energy expenditure. Nonetheless, single-speed bikes…
Why Do So Many Touring Bikes Use Bar End Shifters? (it’s not just about looks)
As newcomers get into touring, they begin to witness traits clearly differentiating touring bicycles from the rest of the cycling categories. One of the biggest differences is that the touring…
Why Don’t Expensive Touring Bikes Have Suspension? (simple answer)
Мodern suspension is considered a symbol of bicycle evolution and among the innovations that have enabled mountain bikes to become all-terrain machines with a futuristic look. And yet we don't…