Introduction: Many a time people fail to understand “what is a cassette in a road bike?”. Therefore, their state of confusion remains constant. Even though people are fully aware of what or how a road bike works. Therefore, people need a bit more information regarding this. Before you try to fix the cassette (install a … Read more
How do gears work? The question we need to address first before knowing when to shift gears on a road bike, is how gears tend to work. It has come to our attention and we would like to highlight that most modern road bikes have the gear shifters. These particular gear shifters in-corporate into the … Read more
Introduction: Caliper brakes are a self-contained mechanism that is attached to the bicycle frame with the help of a single bolt for each brake (front and rear). The entire caliper brake system consists of a lever that is connected to the brake via a cable. When the lever is squeezed, pressure is exerted to the … Read more
Introduction: People often think that it is quite an easy task to purchase bike tires. However, one must know that it is not child’s play. In fact, it is one of the most critical things. Purchasing the perfect tires for your bike is a must. This ensures that your bike runs in a smooth manner … Read more
How does a shorter stem affect bike handling? Even before you install or buy a new stem, the first thing you need to consider is the length. This is because the stem not only affect the bike’s fit but it also determines the bike handling capabilities. In this article, we shall explain how a short … Read more
Cycling provides one of the most enjoyable ways of doing exercises. One of the reasons why people prefer cycling for fitness is because it is a very simple activity as long as you know how to ride. If you have been planning to start cycling for fitness below are some of the most important things … Read more
Why does it matter? Many would argue from a minimalist’s standpoint, saying no road bike should be tweaked to one’s liking just to look cool or stand out. To them we would say, even minimalism is a fashion statement. So, you are already embracing some sort of style from the get-go, even when you grow … Read more
What is a cable lock? I know it feels amazing when the cool summer winds hit your face while riding down a challenging terrain in the mountain side, or even through the city. Road bike riding has fans all over the world mainly due to its extreme popularity. And to protect your asset, being the … Read more
Brakes throughout history: A question that arises quite often among cyclist all around the globe is, what are spoon brakes? The name intrigues many, but brakes are one of the most essential requirements when it comes to controlling a bike on any terrain. Spoon brake is one of the types of brakes that have been … Read more
