The Problem 26" inch wheels operate with rims that are 559mm in diameter. 650b wheels are larger and thus require rims that are 584mm in diameter. As a result, the pads…
General Knowledge As the number of speeds grows, the width of bike cassettes doesn't increase dramatically. The goal is to make rear hubs compatible with the widest number of cassettes…
General Information Cassettes with more gears are not necessarily wider than cassettes with fewer gears. To encourage upgrades without the need to replace the rear hub, brands try to keep…
General Knowledge: Between 8 and 10-speeds, the overall width of a cassette does not increase as the number of gears climb. (There are some exceptions.) To preserve the overall width…
General Knowledge Cassette width. It's logical to conclude that cassettes with more gears are wider than models with fewer gears. However, this isn't exactly the case. The overall width of…
Condensed answer: It’s possible to ride a bike in a pair of Crocs if the bike has flat pedals. For greater stability, it’s recommended to stick with Crocs that have…
Goal: Make a hybrid bike suitable for the trail, or at least XC, riding. Differences Between MTBs and Hybrid Bikes 1. Head Tube Angle The head tube angle (HTA) is…
Goal: Determine the birth year of a bicycle. Tips for Determining the Birth Year of a Bicycle Examine the Stickers/Labels on the Frame The frame is the heart of a…
Description Of The ProblemWhen the rider releases the brake lever after applying the brakes, the brake arms/jaws do not open fully, and the brake shoes continue to rub against the…
Condensed Answer: Ideally, the chain tension will be as high as possible while still allowing the rear cog and the front chainring to rotate freely. If the chain tension is…