This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of titanium and steel saddle rails. Weight Comparison The table below compares the weight of saddles with titanium and steel rails. SteelWeightTitaniumWeightErgon SM Pro 235gRace…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of titanium and carbon saddle rails. Weight Comparison The table below compares the weight of saddles with carbon and titanium rails. The total…
Condensed Info: Unlike metal, carbon doesn't rust. Consequently, carbon frames are not prone to rust like steel ones. That said, galvanic corrosion can take place when carbon is in contact…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of lugged and monocoque carbon frames. Definitions Monocoque frame. The majority of carbon frames today are built by gluing together a few separate…
Downhill bikes have a shorter reach than enduro MTBs to keep the bike nimble despite its long wheelbase and chainstays. If downhill bikes had the same reach as other MTBs,…
Condensed Answer: Theoretically, downhill bikes can be used uphill, but their geometry, weight, and lack of low gears make them very inefficient climbers. If climbing is a priority, downhill bikes…
A downhill fork can be mounted on an enduro frame. The extra travel of the fork, however, will increase the stress on the head tube and change the geometry of…
Condensed Info: A downhill fork can be installed on a hardtail only when the frame is strong enough to handle the travel (compression) of the fork. If the frame isn't…
Description Of The Problem: During braking the front wheel of the bike is wobbling (moving back and forth). The harder and more intense the braking is, the more noticeable the…
A front derailleur designed for a triple crankset (3x derailleur) can be used in conjunction with a double crankset and effectively function as a 2x derailleur. Proper operation requires adjustments…