Full-suspension Bikes Are Not Optimal For Aggressive Jumping
A full-suspension bike is not an optimal machine for jumping because it takes more effort to control the bike and get the rear end high in the air. For that…
Analyzing The Possible “Mutation” Of a Hardtail Into A Dirt Jumper
A hardtail can be used as a dirt jumper only if it has an aggressive geometry already resembling that of a dirt jump bike. Otherwise, the hardtail will make the…
Are Dirt Jumpers Good For Wheelies?
Condensed Answer: Dirt jumpers do not have a geometry that facilitates the performance of a wheelie even though it's possible to do the trick. It's easier to perform a wheelie…
Why Some People Are Fat Despite Cycling Like Maniacs
Cycling is a form of exercise and thus it's often associated with fit people. Hence why people find it strange when they see an overweight cyclist. Below are the factors…
Explaining The Rude Behavior of Modern Cyclists
Car drivers are not the only road users who can express road rage. Sometimes cyclists get excessively angry too and display rude behavior ranging from verbal insults to physical confrontations.…
The Real Reasons Behind The Entitlement Of Modern Cyclists
This post aims to explain why cyclists are often perceived as entitled road users. Being a driver and a cyclist, I will try to be as objective as possible. First,…
The Secret Meaning Of The White Cycling Shoes That Most Pro Wear
There are two main reasons why professional cyclists wear white shoes: Aesthetic preferencesStatus symbol Aesthetic Preferences Some cyclists wear white shoes only because they like the color. White components look…
Would It Be Crazy To Enter an Enduro Race With a Hardtail?
A hardtail can be used for enduro riding as long as the rules of the event allow it. Some organizations even have a specific hardtail-only category. That said, a hardtail…
Never Use a Dirt Jumper For Downhill Descents
Dirt jumpers don't have the necessary suspension, geometry and frame size to match the performance of dedicated downhill bikes. Using a dirt jumper for downhill will result in poor behavior…
Putting 26″ Wheels On a 29-er Is Technically Possible…but why?
Technically, it's possible to install 26" wheels on a 29" bike if both are designed for disc brakes. However, 26" wheels will cause drastic changes to the bike's geometry (e.g.,…