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Never Try To Combine a Freewheel and a Cassette Hub (it’s a noob mistake)

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Read more about the article Never Try To Combine a Freewheel and a Cassette Hub (it’s a noob mistake)

Cassette hubs cannot accept freewheels; nor can freewheel hubs accept a cassette.The freehub body of a cassette hub is shaped specifically for a cassette. Meanwhile, freewheels and freewheel hubs operate…

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Fixed Cogs Are Not Made For Freewheel Hubs

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While it's technically possible to install a fixed cog on a freewheel hub, the cog will not be as secure as possible due to the absence of a reverse-threaded lockring.…

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Fixed-gear Hubs Are Not Designed For Freewheels, Use a Flip-Flop Instead

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Read more about the article Fixed-gear Hubs Are Not Designed For Freewheels, Use a Flip-Flop Instead

Technically, it's possible to install a freewheel onto the larger threads of a fixed-gear rear hub. However, the freewheel thread is about two times wider than the large thread on…

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Please, Don’t Install Pegs On Fixies (reasons inside)

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Fixed-gear bikes use solid axles with track nuts and thus it's possible to mount pegs to the wheels. However, fixed-gear bikes aren't designed for pegs by default. Consequently, such an…

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Gravel Tires On a Mountain Bike Are a Rarity But Not Unheard Of

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Read more about the article Gravel Tires On a Mountain Bike Are a Rarity But Not Unheard Of

It's possible to install gravel tires on an MTB when the frame and fork support disc brakes and have clearance for 27.5" or 28" wheels. Gravel Tire Size Gravel tires…

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There’s Nothing Wrong With MTB Handlebars On a Road Bike

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Condensed Info: It's possible to install mountain bike handlebars on a road bike. The switch will require a replacement of the current brake levers and shifters. The user may also…

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Bike Secrets: Carbon Brake Pads Don’t Like Alloy Rims

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Read more about the article Bike Secrets: Carbon Brake Pads Don’t Like Alloy Rims

It's not recommended to combine carbon brake pads with aluminum rims because the combination results in suboptimal braking and premature wear of the pads. The Downsides of Using Carbon Brake…

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What Would Happen If a Carbon Seat Post Is Clamped…

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Carbon seat posts can be clamped if they're round. However, carbon has poor resistance to compression, and the clamp shouldn't be overtightened to avoid damaging the component. It's recommended to…

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Carbon Bikes Don’t Like Cheap Car Racks

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It's not recommended to put carbon bikes on racks that hold the bike by the frame. The vibrations of the vehicle translate to the rack and respectively the top tube.…

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Don’t Install Star Nuts On Carbon Forks (it’s dangerous)

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Read more about the article Don’t Install Star Nuts On Carbon Forks (it’s dangerous)

Star nuts scratch the insides of fork steerers during the installation process. When the steerer is made out of carbon, this is detrimental and can lead to cracks. For that…

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