Why Do Bicycles Have Carbon Forks?
Manufacturers have been producing bicycles with frames and forks made of different materials for quite a while now. The most common combination is an aluminum frame paired with a carbon…
What Is a Suspension-corrected Fork?
Some rigid bicycle forks are classified as "suspension-corrected". This description could be a little enigmatic because rigid forks do not have suspension after all. Hence why some cyclists may be…
Rigid or Suspension Fork for a Commuter Bicycle? What’s best?
The suspension fork is often depicted as one of the most notable technological advancements in the world of cycling and mountain biking in particular. Its impact on the cycling universe…
Riding With One Pannier – Good or Bad? (pros & cons analyzed)
Bicycle panniers are a very useful accessory; they allow you to transport plenty of objects (e.g., clothes, laptops, food...etc.) while saving you the trouble of carrying a rucksack suffocating your…
Is Shifting Both Derailleurs Simultaneously a Bad Technique?
The front and rear derailleur are marvelous machines allowing cyclists to fine-tune their cadence and cover greater distances filled with more obstacles. Hence, it is important to develop proper shifting…
Why Are Expensive High-End Hubs Louder Than the Cheap Ones (Buzzzzzz…)
The loud freewheels found on above-average and high-end bikes tend to surprise new cyclists. I wasn't an exception. When I began commuting on a bike, I was often turning my…
How To Stop A Folding Bicycle Lock From Rattling (2 simple tips + photos)
Folding bicycle locks are awesome. They offer decent security and a long reach in a very compact frame. I've been using mine for a couple of years. However, since folding…
Why I Commute with a Bicycle Rear-view Mirror (function>looks)
Why do I commute with a bicycle rear-view mirror? Because it allows me to acquire useful traffic information with a single glance. Yes, the silhouette isn't aesthetic, and I certainly…
How I Installed a Full Fender and a MudFlap On a Mountain Bike with Disc Brakes (photos)
My MTB commute journey began a couple of years ago. One of my first lessons was how important fenders are – riding around town all the time without protection from…
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