Can You Put BMX Pedals On a Road Bike? (fastest answer ever)
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…
Installing BMX Cranks On a Dirt Jumper
Condensed Answer: A set of BMX cranks can be installed on a dirt jumper, but the conversion requires a threaded bottom bracket compatible with а 19 or 22mm spindle. Bottom…
The Magic Behind The Self-Tightening Capabilities of Bicycle Pedals
Bike pedals self-tighten as the rider pedals. This is accomplished via the strategic choice of thread direction on the pedal axles. The drive-side pedal tightens clockwise while the non-drive-side pedal…
Inflating a Bike Tire With a Ball Pump – Good or Bad?
Condensed answer: If the pump is designed for balls, it could lack the adapters needed for the Schrader and Presta valves found on bike tires. As a result, the pump…
Exploring the Differences Between 60TPI and 120TPI Tires
This post compares the differences between 60TPI and 120TPI tires. What's TPI?TPI stands for Threads Per Inch and indicates the fineness of the material used for a tire's main body/skeleton/casing.…
Greasing Quick-release Skewers The Right Way
It's fine to grease/lubricate quick-release skewers, but it's not mandatory, especially if you remove the bike's wheels fairly often. The Advantages Of Lubricating a Quick-release Skewer 1. Prevent Corrosion Skewers…
Bicycle Troubleshooting: Spokes Making a Pinging Sound When Loaded
Description Of The Problem. When the rider inserts more effort, the spokes (usually those of the rear wheel) make a pinging sound. In some cases, the sound will disappear quickly…
When Bicycle Brakes Fail to Spring Back To Their Initial Position (explanation & solutions)
Description of The Problem When the rider releases the brake lever after slowing down, the brake arms remain partially closed. The brake lever usually doesn't return to its original position…
Explaining The Natural Stretch Of Bike Tires Over Time
Dense Info NuggetThe casing of a tire will stretch/expand after mounting the tire on a rim and inflating it. Most of the stretching occurs within the first 24 hours. The…
Learn Why Your Bike “Pops” When You Pedal Faster
Description of The Problem. The drivetrain makes a "popping noise" which intensifies when pedaling hard. Possible Sources Of The Issue 1. Improperly Adjusted Front or Rear Derailleur The two derailleurs…