How Far is too Far to Bike to Work

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Planning a long commute to work? Here’s how you know if it’s too far We can all be a tad too ambitious at the best of times, but sometimes we need to learn when something is completely unachievable. From wild thoughts in the middle of a daydream to a conversation leading to a challenge, I’m … Read more

Road Bike vs. Commuter Bike: Head to Head Comparison

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“Alex, what’s the difference between a road bike and a commuter bike?” Ahh – the age-old question that I am asked time and time again. Picking the correct mode of transport is pretty significant, regardless of whether we discuss a skateboard, a bike, or a car. I’ve been on the receiving end of the question … Read more

What is the Difference Between Men and Women’s Bikes?

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Since men and women are made differently, their bikes also need to be built in a way that accommodates those differences. It is not just about a pretty basket and the color pink. So, what is the difference between men’s and women’s bikes? These distinctions can usually be made based on the bike’s frame, geometry, … Read more

What are Clincher Road Bike Tires

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What Are Clincher Road Tires? If you own a road bike, chances are you probably have been using Clinchers all along. So what are Clincher road tires? Clincher tires are the most common type of bike tire on road bikes. Yet just because they’re common, doesn’t make them simple, or even the best tires out … Read more

Road Bike Tires Slick vs Tread

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Choosing the right set of tires doesn’t have to be a Herculean task, but it can be the difference between a good bike, and an awesome bike. People often ask “Are slick tires faster?” and “Do tread tires give more grip?” and other variations of the old Slick vs Tread tires, and so we wanted … Read more

When To Replace Bike Rim Brake Pads

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Replacement of brake pads: The bike rims need brake replacement and it has become a common service for rim calipers. However, some people fail to understand or do not realize when to replace bike rim brake pads. While you keep using the pads, they lose their efficiency and material too early and easily. When they … Read more

How Do V Brakes Work

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Ever wondered how v-brakes work? Me too. V-brakes are also known as linear-pull brakes or direct-pull brakes. They are a side-pull version of cantilever brakes, but the arms are longer. Moreover, one arm is attached to the cable housing while the other is attached to the cable. For off-road bikes, V brakes transformed the rim … Read more