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25mm vs. 32mm Tires (Comparison & Analysis)

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This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of 25mm and 32mm tires in relation to one another. 1. Weight Comparison The next table compares the weight of 700x25 and 700x32…

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Can You Put a 12-speed Cassette On an 8-speed Hub? (fast answer)

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Condensed Answer: A 12-speed cassette can be used on an 8-speed hub when: The hub is made by Shimano or SRAM (HyperGlide or PowerGlide series) and is combined with 12-speed…

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Can You Put 2.8″ Tires On 30mm Rims? (fast answer)

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Condensed Answer: 2.8" tires are a bit too wide for rims with 30mm internal width. That said, the combination could still work to a satisfactory level. If maximum performance is…

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Bicycle Brakes Not Springing Back? (explanation & solutions)

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Description of The Problem When the rider releases the brake lever after slowing down, the brake arms remain partially closed. The brake lever usually doesn't return to its original position…

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Can You Ride a BMX In The Snow? (fast answer)

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Condensed Answer: A standard BMX bike is not the most optimal bicycle for riding in snowy conditions primarily because the tires are slicks and thus offer poor grip on snow.…

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Why Aren’t My Bicycle Brakes Releasing? (fast answer)

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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…

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Why Are Gravel Bike Handlebars Flared? (fast answer)

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Condensed Answer: The purpose of flared drop bars found on gravel bikes is to increase the bike's stability when riding on off-road terrain in the drops. The wider bars provide…

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Why Do Downhill Bikes Have Short Reach? (fast answer)

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Condensed Answer: Downhill bikes have a shorter reach than enduro MTBs to keep the bike nimble despite its long wheelbase and chainstays. If downhill bikes had the same reach as…

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Why Is My Derailleur Hitting The Spokes (explanation & solutions)

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Description of the Problem: The rear derailleur and the inner part of the chain are coming in contact with the spokes of the rear wheel. In most cases, the issue…

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Can You Put a BMX Stem On a Fixie? (fast answer)

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Condensed Answer: A BMX stem can be mounted on a fixed-gear bike. The stem will have to be of the right size and type for the fork and the handlebars.…

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