Condensed Answer: The nominal difference between a 700x25 and a 700x23 tire is small. Consequently, in most cases, one can successfully replace one with the other. To ensure complete compatibility,…
Mini Info Bomb: In most cases, a 700x35 inner tube can be successfully coupled with a 700x32 tire. That said, there are some downsides to using an inner tube wider…
Condensed Answer: Technically, a 700x28 inner tube can be used with a 700x25 tire. However, the extra size of the tube makes the installation of the inner tube and respectively…
Condensed Answer: In most cases, a 700x23c tube can be combined with a 700x25c tire because inner tubes are elastic and the nominal difference between a 23mm and a 25mm…
Description of the Problem When the rider tries to shift onto the largest cog, the front derailleur doesn't move sufficiently to make the transition. As a result, the cyclist cannot…
Description of the Problem During inflation of the inner tube, the tire pops out of the rim and presses the inner tube against the rim. The contact between the rim…
700x23c wheels can be replaced with 700x28c ones under two conditions:1. The rims have to support the new tire size.2. The fork and frame should have enough clearance for the…
There are two main reasons why a fixed-gear bike would be "slipping" – lost chain tension or a loose rear cog. Option 1– Lost Chain TensionDescription. The rear wheel of…
Condensed Info: The purpose of disc/solid wheels found on track bikes is to reduce the drag created by standard spoke wheels. The improved aerodynamic properties have a measurable effect on…
In the past, track cyclists relied on toe clips to prevent their feet from coming off the pedals. Currently, toe clips are found only on rented track bikes and in…